Welcome to the Lytham International Film Festival (LIFF) website, accessible at www.lyiff.com. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled securely and responsibly. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data.
1. Information We Collect
• Email Addresses: We collect email addresses provided voluntarily by users. This information is collected with your explicit consent for marketing purposes and to share important information related to the Lytham International Film Festival and the broader local film community.
2. How We Use Your Information
• Marketing and Communication: We use the email addresses collected to send you newsletters, event updates, and other relevant information about LIFF and the local film network.
• Service Provider: Your email data will be held and processed by Mailchimp, a third-party service provider, which assists us in managing our email communications. Mailchimp complies with applicable data protection laws to ensure the safety and confidentiality of your information.
3. Cookies and Tracking
• Analytics Cookies: Our website uses analytics cookies to improve user experience and to analyze how visitors use our site. These cookies do not collect personally identifiable information but may track your browsing behavior.
• Cookie Preferences: You have the option to opt-out of cookie tracking through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the website.
4. Your Rights
• Access and Rectification: You have the right to access and update the personal data we hold about you.
• Data Deletion: You may request the deletion of your data at any time. To do so, please contact us using the information provided in Section 7.
• Opt-Out: If you no longer wish to receive communications from us, you can opt-out by clicking the unsubscribe link included in every email we send.
5. Data Security
• We are committed to protecting your personal information. We have implemented appropriate technical and organizational measures to secure your data and prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss.
6. Data Retention
• Your email address will be retained for as long as you remain subscribed to our communications. If you unsubscribe or request deletion, your data will be securely removed from our systems.
7. Contact Information
• If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us at:
Email: [Insert Contact Email]
Address: [Insert Physical Address if applicable]
8. International Data Transfers
• As our service provider, Mailchimp may process your data outside the UK or EU. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in compliance with international data protection regulations.
9. Changes to This Policy
• We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be communicated to you via email. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your data.
This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and other relevant laws. Please ensure that you customize the policy with your specific contact information and effective date.