How we protect data across the Barber Collectives ecosystem.
Enterprise-grade data protection for creators, barbers, sellers, distribution partners, and brands operating within our multi-layer commerce infrastructure.
Operating from 354 NE 156th Street, North Miami, FL 33162, Barber Collectives maintains the highest standards of data protection and privacy across our entire creator-commerce ecosystem.
As a multi-layer infrastructure powering the future of creator commerce, we recognize the critical importance of protecting sensitive business data. Our ecosystem serves creators, barbers, sellers, customers, distribution partners, and enterprise brands—each with unique data protection requirements.
The Barber Collectives ecosystem handles sensitive operational data including:
Our Privacy Commitment: MAT Alignment, Platform Compliance, and Brand Safety
Every data collection, processing, and sharing decision we make is guided by three core principles: maintaining Minimum Advertised Price (MAP) protections, ensuring platform policy compliance, and upholding brand safety standards that protect creators, partners, and customers alike.
Enterprise-Grade Protection
This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and share data across HQ Command, the Creator Network, the Seller Network, and our national distribution infrastructure. We operate with the transparency and rigor expected of a Fortune 500 organization.
Data collected across the Barber Collectives ecosystem powers critical operations, protects brand integrity, ensures platform compliance, and delivers transparent performance reporting to all stakeholders.
Real-time data processing enables intelligent order routing across our national distribution network. We analyze inventory levels, warehouse capacity, geographic proximity, and fulfillment speed to deliver optimal customer experiences while minimizing operational costs.
Campaign analytics drive performance optimization, content strategy refinement, and commission calculations. Live commerce data enables real-time engagement tracking, conversion monitoring, and audience behavior analysis to maximize creator success and brand ROI.
Continuous data synchronization across distribution partners ensures inventory accuracy, prevents overselling, coordinates fulfillment logistics, and maintains supply chain visibility. This protects customer satisfaction and partner relationships.
Automated monitoring systems detect pricing violations, unauthorized discounts, and compliance breaches in real-time. This preserves brand integrity, maintains market stability, and protects creator earning potential. All enforcement actions follow documented policies and provide clear paths to resolution.
Creators receive detailed performance dashboards, sellers access sales analytics, brands monitor campaign effectiveness, and distribution partners track fulfillment metrics. Data transparency builds trust and enables informed business decisions across the entire ecosystem.
We maintain comprehensive records to meet tax reporting requirements, respond to lawful requests, enforce contractual obligations, resolve disputes, and comply with TikTok Shop, Shopify, and other platform policies. Data retention follows industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Usage analytics identify system optimization opportunities, feature development priorities, and user experience improvements. Aggregated, anonymized data guides strategic decisions while protecting individual privacy.
The Barber Collective does not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. Data sharing is limited to operational necessity, contractual obligations, and legal requirements that enable our ecosystem to function.
When customers place orders, we share necessary fulfillment data with warehouse and logistics partners to ensure accurate, timely delivery.
Shared Data Includes:
Distribution partners are contractually bound to use this data solely for fulfillment purposes.
Brand partners receive aggregated campaign analytics and compliance reports to measure creator effectiveness and ensure policy adherence.
Shared Data Includes:
Individual customer identities are NOT shared with brands.
Secure payment processing requires sharing transaction data with trusted third-party processors who maintain PCI DSS compliance and industry-standard security protocols.
Platform integrations require bidirectional data exchange to synchronize inventory, process orders, track campaigns, and maintain operational continuity.
Platform Data Exchange:
Each platform's privacy policy governs their handling of shared data.
We may disclose information in response to lawful requests from government authorities, court orders, subpoenas, or when necessary to prevent fraud, protect rights, ensure safety, or comply with legal obligations. Any such disclosure follows strict internal review protocols.
In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, user data may be transferred as part of the transaction. All parties will be bound by this Privacy Policy or an equivalent standard of protection.
Minimum Advertised Price (MAP) protection and Minimum Advertised Terms (MAT) compliance are foundational to The Barber Collective ecosystem. These policies protect creators, brands, and customers by maintaining market stability, ensuring fair competition, and preserving brand value.
Prevents race-to-bottom pricing that erodes creator commissions and devalues their promotional efforts.
Maintains premium positioning and prevents brand dilution through unauthorized discounting.
Creates level playing field for all sellers and prevents destructive price wars.
Consistent pricing builds confidence and prevents confusion across sales channels.
Our automated compliance systems continuously analyze data to detect potential violations:
Real-time tracking of advertised prices across creator storefronts, TikTok Shop listings, and live commerce streams.
Detection of coupon codes, promotional messaging, or pricing structures that violate MAP agreements.
Review of creator content to ensure adherence to brand guidelines, platform policies, and advertising standards.
Instant notifications to creators, sellers, and brand partners when potential violations are detected, enabling rapid resolution.
All compliance enforcement follows documented procedures that balance brand protection with creator fairness:
Automated Detection: System identifies potential violation and generates alert.
Creator Notification: Immediate communication explaining the issue with supporting evidence.
Resolution Window: Reasonable time provided to correct the violation before escalation.
Appeal Process: Creators can dispute violations with supporting documentation and context.
Progressive Enforcement: Penalties escalate only for repeated or willful violations.
Platform Policy Alignment
All MAP/MAT enforcement operates within TikTok Shop policies, Shopify terms, and relevant platform guidelines. We protect brands while respecting creator rights and platform requirements.
Enterprise-grade security infrastructure protects data across every layer of The Barber Collective ecosystem—from creator campaigns to distribution logistics.
All data transmitted between systems, partners, and platforms is protected using industry-standard encryption protocols (TLS 1.3+). This includes:
Data access within our organization follows strict role-based permissions and need-to-know principles:
All platform integrations (TikTok Shop, Shopify, distribution partners) utilize secure authentication methods:
Continuous security assessments identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance:
Automated systems monitor ecosystem activity for fraudulent behavior and security threats:
Enterprise cloud infrastructure provides resilience, redundancy, and protection:
Important: While we implement comprehensive security measures, no system is completely impervious to threats. We maintain incident response protocols and will notify affected parties promptly in the event of a data breach, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Depending on your location and role within The Barber Collective ecosystem, you may have specific rights regarding your personal data. We are committed to honoring these rights while maintaining operational integrity.
You may request confirmation of whether we process your personal data and receive a copy of that data in a structured, commonly used format.
Includes:
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data. For creators and sellers, most profile information can be updated directly through your dashboard. For other corrections, contact our support team.
Request deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances. This right is subject to legitimate exceptions, including:
Request a machine-readable export of your personal data. This is particularly relevant for creators and sellers who wish to maintain records of their performance metrics, campaign analytics, or transaction history.
Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw that consent at any time. Note that withdrawal does not affect the lawfulness of processing conducted prior to withdrawal, and certain core operational processing may continue under other legal bases.
Object to processing of your personal data for direct marketing purposes or based on legitimate interests. Marketing communications include an unsubscribe mechanism in every message.
Request temporary suspension of data processing while disputes are resolved, accuracy is verified, or legal claims are pending.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Subject Line: "Privacy Rights Request – [Your Name]"
We will respond to verified requests within 30 days (or as required by applicable law). Identity verification may be required to protect your data from unauthorized access. Requests that are manifestly unfounded, excessive, or repetitive may be subject to a reasonable fee or declined in accordance with applicable law.
Data retention policies balance operational necessity, legal compliance, and user privacy. Retention timelines vary based on data type, user role, and regulatory requirements.
Active creator accounts maintain full data access. Upon account closure or termination:
Campaign Performance Data
3 YearsMetrics, analytics, and content records retained for historical reporting and dispute resolution.
Financial Records
7 YearsTax documentation, payout records, and commission history retained per IRS and financial regulations.
Communications & Support
2 YearsSupport tickets, campaign coordination, and business correspondence.
Profile & Identification
90 DaysPersonal profile information deleted 90 days after account closure (unless retained for legal reasons).
Seller accounts follow similar retention policies with commercial considerations:
Sales & Inventory Records
5 YearsProduct listings, sales history, inventory data, and storefront analytics.
Financial & Tax Records
7 YearsTransaction records, payment processing, and tax documentation.
MAP Compliance Records
3 YearsViolation logs, enforcement actions, and compliance history.
Customer transaction data supports order fulfillment, returns, and warranty claims:
Order & Shipping Records
3 YearsPurchase history, delivery information, and order fulfillment data.
Payment Information
PCI StandardsTokenized payment data handled by processors; we retain transaction IDs only.
Support & Communications
2 YearsCustomer service tickets, returns/refunds, and product support inquiries.
Business partner relationships maintained throughout active partnerships:
Operational Data
5 YearsFulfillment records, warehouse operations, inventory sync, and routing performance.
Contractual Records
7 Years After TermPartnership agreements, performance benchmarks, and commercial terms.
Security and compliance data retained per regulatory and operational requirements:
MAP Violation Records
7 YearsCritical for brand protection, dispute resolution, and pattern analysis.
Security & Access Logs
1 YearAuthentication attempts, system access, and security incident records.
Fraud Investigation Data
As RequiredRetained as necessary for ongoing investigations, legal proceedings, or law enforcement coordination.
Note: Retention timelines begin at the conclusion of the relevant relationship (account closure, order completion, partnership termination). Data may be retained longer if required by law, ongoing legal proceedings, or legitimate business needs. Anonymized, aggregated data may be retained indefinitely for analytics and business intelligence purposes.
Age Requirement: 18 Years or Older
The Barber Collective ecosystem—including the Creator Network, Seller Network, and HQ Command infrastructure—is strictly intended for individuals aged 18 years or older.
We Do Not Knowingly Collect Data from Minors
We do not knowingly collect, process, or retain personal information from individuals under the age of 18. Participation as a creator, seller, distribution partner, or business contact requires legal adulthood.
If We Discover Minor Data:
If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a person under 18, we will:
Parental Notice:
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child under 18 has provided personal information to The Barber Collective, please contact us immediately at [email protected]. We will take prompt action to remove such information and terminate any associated accounts.
Legal Compliance: This policy aligns with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and similar international regulations protecting minors' privacy rights.
The Barber Collective operates from the United States, with primary infrastructure and data processing facilities located in:
Miami, Florida, USA
Our ecosystem includes distribution partners and operations across Latin America, requiring cross-border data transfers to coordinate fulfillment, inventory management, and campaign execution.
International data transfers are conducted using:
We maintain compliance with applicable data protection regulations in jurisdictions where we operate, including U.S. federal and state privacy laws and relevant LATAM regional requirements.
By participating in The Barber Collective ecosystem, you acknowledge and consent to the transfer and processing of your data in the United States and partner countries.
Evolution of Our Ecosystem
As The Barber Collective ecosystem grows—expanding our Creator Network, adding distribution partners, integrating new platforms, and scaling HQ Command infrastructure—this Privacy Policy may be updated to reflect operational changes, legal requirements, and enhanced protections.
Your Continued Use Constitutes Acceptance
By continuing to participate in The Barber Collective ecosystem after policy updates take effect, you acknowledge and accept the revised terms. If you disagree with material changes, you may close your account or discontinue services before the effective date.
Recommendation: Review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data and evolve our practices as the ecosystem scales.
For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, contact us through any of the following channels:
Corporate Headquarters
1000 Brickell Avenue
Miami, Florida 33131
United States
Privacy & Data Inquiries
[email protected]Response time: Within 48 hours for privacy-related requests
When Contacting Us, Please Include:
For Privacy Rights Requests: Please use the subject line "Privacy Rights Request – [Your Name]" to ensure priority handling by our data protection team.
The Barber Collective operates with the transparency, security, and integrity expected of a Fortune 500 organization. Our multi-layer ecosystem is designed to protect creators, sellers, brands, and customers at every touchpoint.
Your performance data and earnings are protected with enterprise-grade security
MAP/MAT enforcement maintains market integrity and protects all stakeholders
Clear reporting and data access rights ensure you always know how data is used
We meet or exceed all regulatory requirements and industry standards
Our team is here to answer your privacy questions, process data rights requests, and provide clarity on how we protect your information.
Privacy inquiries are typically answered within 48 hours