Privacy Policy
This policy was last modified on August 23, 2023.
This privacy policy (this “Privacy Policy”) describes how we collect, use, and share data that we obtain through your use of the Internet sites, applications, email and newsletter communications, and online services (the “Site”) operated by, controlled by, or affiliated with VaynerStudios, LLC (d/b/a Gallery Media Group) and certain subsidiaries, affiliates, and entities that it controls, including Wow Media Products, Inc. (d/b/a PureWow) and One37PM, LLC (collectively, “GMG,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). If you are a resident of California, please review our California Privacy Policy for additional disclosures required by California law. If you are a resident of the European Union, please review our EU Privacy Policy for additional information relating to your rights.
By using the Site, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy and any updates posted here from time to time. To make sure you stay informed of all changes, you should check this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be referenced by the “Last Modified” date shown above.
Table of Contents
- 1. Collection of Data
- 2. Use of Collected Data
- 3. Third-Party Websites
- 4. Sharing of Collected Data
- 5. Transfer of Collected Data
- 6. Data Security
- 7. Data Retention
- 8. Children and Parents
- 9. Our “Do Not Track” (DNT) Policy
- 10. Your Data Preferences
- 11. California Privacy Policy
- 12. EU Privacy Policy
- 13. Contact Us
1. Collection of Data
We collect data from you in several different ways on the Site, including personal data and data about your use of the Site which does not identify you personally. Personal data means information, or combination of information, that can reasonably be used to identify you personally (such as your name, phone number, address, and email address).
We collect personal data that you voluntarily provide to us.
We collect personal data that you voluntarily provide to us (such as when you submit an inquiry), including name, email address, and any other data you choose to provide.
We automatically collect data about your use of the Site.
When you access and use the Site, our technology and tools may automatically collect and record certain data about your use of and interaction with the Site that does not identify you personally (such as your IP address, browser type, the make and model of device used to view the Site, unique device identifiers, the referring webpage, pages visited, search terms, advertising identification numbers, and log files).
We also use various tracking technologies (such as cookies and pixel tags) to collect data about your use of and access to the Site. Cookies are small data files stored on your hard drive or in device memory by websites you visit, applications you use, or advertisements you view and help us improve the Site and your experience on the Site. Pixel tags are electronic images that generate a generic notice of a visit to the Site and are used in conjunction with cookies to anonymously track activity on the Site by a particular browser.
We use the following types of cookies for the following purposes on the Site:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Site to function. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences or filling in forms. As described in Section 10, you may remove or reject cookies by adjusting settings on your browser. If you do not allow these cookies then the functionality of the Site may be affected. These cookies do not store any personal data.
Performance Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of the Site. They help us to know which webpages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the Site. These cookies collect aggregated data that does not identify you personally. If you do not allow these cookies we will not know when you visited the Site and will not be able to monitor the Site’s performance.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the Site to provide enhanced functionality and personalization by remembering certain preferences that you may select. They may be set by us or by third parties that provide services to us. If you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.
Targeting Cookies
These cookies may be set by our advertising partners to track your browsing habits in order to build a profile of your interests and show relevant advertisements to you on other websites. These cookies store data about your use of the Site, such as your browser type and device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.
Social Media Cookies
These cookies may be set by social media services that enable you to share our content with your friends and networks. They are capable of tracking your browser across other websites and building up a profile of your interests. This may impact the content and messages you see on other websites. If you do not allow these cookies you may not be able to use or see these sharing tools.
Third parties may also automatically collect data about you.
Some content on the Site may be served by third-party content providers, advertising partners that deliver ads on the Site (such as advertising exchanges or platforms), or advertisers and may also use cookies, pixels tags, or other similar tracking technologies to automatically collect data about you, both on the Site and throughout the Internet. We do not control the technologies of those third parties. In addition, many of those third parties combine data they collect from the Site with other data they have independently collected relating to your browser’s activities across their network of websites in order to form a more detailed picture. Data collection and use by those third parties is subject to the privacy policies of those third parties. It is up to you to review the terms of use and privacy policies of those third parties.
We may also receive certain data (personal data and aggregated data) collected by third parties, including through the use of cookies, pixel tags, or other similar tracking technologies.
2. Use of Collected Data
We use the data we collect to assist in the administration and operation of the Site and to provide you an efficient, meaningful, and customized experience.
We may use data to:
- Fulfill our obligations with respect to the reason you voluntarily provided the data (such as responding to an inquiry or provide you with information, products, or services that you request from us or that may be of interest to you);
- Allow you to participate in certain features of the Site;
- Improve the Site or our products, events, and services and for other business or commercial purposes;
- Optimize your experience on the Site (such as troubleshooting technical programs or storing your preferences);
- Provide co-branded services and features (such as contests, sweepstakes, or other promotions);
- Notify you about changes to the Site (including this Privacy Policy);
- Carry out any other purpose described to you at the time the data was collected; and
- Carry out any other purpose with your consent or as permitted by law.
Additionally, we may use data for marketing purposes to:
- Provide you with additional information regarding products, events, promotions, and services from GMG and third-party advertisers via email or through advertising on various social media platforms or websites (both desktop and mobile) that you may visit;
- Deliver relevant advertisements from GMG and third-party advertisers; and
- Develop, improve, and target our advertising and promotional messaging to you and others via retargeting, online behavioral advertising, and use of social media platform tools for advertising (such as creation of Facebook Lookalike Audiences).
You can learn more about Facebook ads HERE and other types of online advertising HERE.
3. Third-Party Websites
Through your use of the Site, you may access, directly or indirectly, other websites or services, including from our service providers, business partners, and other third parties, in each case, that are not owned or controlled by us. Data collection and use by those third parties is subject to the privacy policies of those third parties. It is up to you to review the terms of use and privacy policies of those third parties.
Please note that when you apply for a job with us through our job application portal, the privacy policy of our job applicant processing partner may also apply to the submission of your application information.
4. Sharing of Collected Data
We may share the data we collect as follows:
- With our current and future parents, affiliates, subsidiaries, and other companies under common control and ownership;
- With our service providers that perform services for us (such as e-mail and mobile marketing, analytics, and web hosting);
- With our sponsors, promotional partners, or event partners in connection with certain contests, sweepstakes, promotions, or ticketed events;
- With our third-party vendors and partners that sell items, offer promotions, or provide services to you through our services (either alone or jointly with us), as well as third-party advertisers, agencies, networks, ad measurement providers, and other marketing and advertising providers and partners;
- To comply with a court order or other legal obligation, to enforce the Site terms of use, and to protect the rights, property, or safety of our users and other third parties;
- With government or law enforcement officials or private parties (including our legal or other professional advisors) as we determine, in our sole and absolute discretion, is necessary or appropriate to respond to claims or to comply with legal processes, laws, regulations, or ordinances, or to prevent or stop illegal, unethical, or actionable activity;
- In connection with, or during negotiations of, any merger, acquisition by another company, or sale of all or substantially all of our business or assets; and
- With your consent or at your direction.
5. Transfer of Collected Data
The Site is operated in the United States. If you are located in another jurisdiction, please be aware that the data we collect will be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. By using the Site and/or providing us with any data, you consent to this transfer, processing, and storage of your data in the United States, a jurisdiction in which the privacy laws may not be as comprehensive as those in the country where you reside or are a citizen such as the European Union. We will take all steps reasonably necessary to ensure that your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Notice. We will take all steps reasonably necessary to ensure that your data is subject to appropriate safeguards and ensure that your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
6. Data Security
We use commercially reasonable technical and organizational measures to help secure and safeguard your data in our possession. However, no data transmission over the Internet is completely secure and no security mechanism is impenetrable. Therefore, although we take steps to protect your data, we cannot guarantee the security of the data that we collect from you or the security of our servers or the Site. By accessing the Site, any transmission of data is at your own risk and you agree to assume all risk in connection with data sent to us or collected by us.
7. Data Retention
We retain data only as long as necessary in light of the purpose(s) for which it was originally collected. Please note that we may retain your data for longer periods of time as necessary to comply with our legal obligations or respond to governmental authorities.
8. Children and Parents
We respect children’s privacy. We do not target or knowingly or intentionally collect personal data from children under the age of 13. By using the Site, you have represented and warranted that you are either at least 18 years of age or using the Site with the supervision of a parent or guardian. If you are under the age of 13, you may not use the Site. If you become aware that your child has provided us with personal data without your consent, please Contact Us.
9. Our “Do Not Track” (DNT) Policy
Some websites have “do not track” features that allow you to tell a website not to track you. We do not currently respond to those signals or any similar mechanisms transmitted by web browsers. To learn more about DNT and tracking signals, please visit All About DNT.
10. Your Data Preferences
Use of Collected Data
If you no longer want us to use your collected data as described above, please submit a request by completing this form.
Deletion of Collected Data
If you want us to delete your collected data, please submit a request by completing this form.
Communications
If you no longer wish to receive communications from GMG, please follow the instructions in the emails to opt-out from receiving such messages in the future or submit a request by completing this form.
Cookies, Pixel Tags, and Other Similar Tracking Technologies
You may also remove or reject cookies by adjusting settings on your browser, and thus opt-out of certain features of the Site and the Site’s automatic collection of certain data. These tracking technology opt-out tools are device and browser specific so you must repeat the opt-out from each of your devices and browsers. Please note that removing or rejecting cookies could affect the functionality of the Site.
You may also remove certain tracking technologies and opt-out of online behavioral advertising messaging by using the opt-out tools available from the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA Opt-Out Tool), the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI Opt-Out Tools), and Nielsen (Nielsen Opt-Out).
Advertising Preferences
You may adjust your advertising preferences on various social media websites by adjusting your Settings on the particular platform. For example, you may adjust the types of Facebook ads you receive on Facebook and the types of Google ads you receive on Google.
11. California Privacy Policy
If you are a resident of California, please review our California Privacy Policy for additional disclosures required by California law.
12. EU Privacy Policy
If you are a resident of the European Union, please review our EU Privacy Policy for additional information about your rights.
13. Contact Us
To submit a request relating to Your Data Preferences, please complete this form. Please note that requests submitted through the form are processed more quickly than requests submitted by email or mail.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please email us at privacy@gallerymediagroup.com or write to us at:
VaynerStudios, LLC (d/b/a Gallery Media Group)Attention: Legal Department; Privacy Policy Inquiry10 Hudson Yards, 25th FloorNew York, NY 10001