Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy for www.graduatesinfilm.org
Last Updated: February 2025
At www.graduatesinfilm.org, we value and respect your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains the types of information we collect, how we use it, and the steps we take to protect your personal data when you visit our website.
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1. Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
a. Personal Information:
When you register for an account or participate in any activities on our site, we may ask for personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, and other relevant details.
b. Usage Data:
We collect information about how you use and interact with our website, such as your IP address, browser type, the pages you visit, and the time spent on those pages. This helps us improve our services and optimize the user experience.
c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies:
We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small files that store information about your browsing behavior. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
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2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect in the following ways:
- To personalize your experience and respond to your inquiries or requests.
- To improve our website's functionality and content.
- To send you relevant communications, including updates, and promotional offers (only if you have opted in to receive them).
- To analyze usage patterns to improve our website's performance.
- To comply with legal obligations and resolve any disputes.
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3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in running the website or providing services, such as web hosting or email marketing platforms. These third parties are obligated to protect your information and only use it for the purposes for which it was shared.
We may also disclose your information if required by law or in response to a valid legal request by public authorities.
4. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of data transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal information.
- Opt-out of receiving marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or contacting us directly.
- Withdraw your consent to our processing of your personal data (where applicable).
- Object to the use of your personal information for certain purposes, such as marketing.
To exercise your rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.
6. Social Logins
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We offer the option to log in using third-party social media accounts (e.g., Facebook, Google). If you choose to use a social login, we may collect information such as your name, email, and profile picture, which is used to create and manage your account on www.graduatesinfilm.org.
You have control over what information is shared through your social login by adjusting your privacy settings on the social media platform. We use this information to personalize your experience and improve our site.
If you wish to disconnect your social media account from our website, you can do so in your account settings. Disconnecting may limit access to certain features.
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7. Data Retention
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We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. If you delete your account or request to remove your data, we will retain your information only as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.
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8. Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under this age. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete that information as soon as possible.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These sites have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for the content or practices of these sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to periodically review this page for the latest information about our privacy practices.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: legal@graduatesinfilm.org