Privacy Policy

The Rutgers Film Co-op/New Jersey Media Arts Center (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal and non-personal information when you interact with our website or related services.

1. General Disclaimer

Our website and services are intended for use by individuals of legal age. By accessing our website, you confirm that you meet any applicable age requirements for using our services.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect personal and non-personal information in various ways, including:

• Information You Provide: Data you share voluntarily, such as through forms, event registrations, ticket purchases, or email communications. This may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, or other contact details.

• Automatically Collected Information: Data collected through cookies, log files, and other technologies, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and interactions with our website.

• Information from Third Parties: Data shared with us by ticketing platforms, social media networks, or partners you interact with through our website.

3. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect may be used for purposes including, but not limited to:

• Managing event registrations, submissions, and ticket purchases.

• Communicating updates, announcements, or promotional materials.

• Improving our website’s functionality and user experience.

• Complying with legal obligations or resolving disputes.

• Conducting internal analytics to understand visitor engagement and preferences.

We may aggregate non-personal data to analyze trends and improve the overall experience for our website users.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your data with:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors that support website hosting, analytics, ticketing, payment processing, or other operational needs.

• Legal Authorities: When required to comply with legal obligations or protect our rights and interests.

• Affiliated Partners: Organizations or sponsors directly involved in festival operations.

When sharing your data with third parties, we take reasonable steps to ensure your information is handled securely and in compliance with applicable laws.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies, pixel tags, and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and gather insights into website usage.

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the functionality of our website.

• Performance and Analytics Cookies: Used to monitor and analyze website traffic and user behavior.

• Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services, such as Google Analytics or embedded social media platforms.

You can adjust your browser settings to block cookies, but some website features may not function properly as a result.

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data under applicable privacy laws.

General Rights:

• Access the personal data we have collected about you.

• Correct or update inaccurate information.

• Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and operational requirements.

• Opt out of receiving promotional communications.

California Residents (CCPA):

California residents have the right to:

• Know the categories of personal information collected and why.

• Request deletion of personal data.

• Opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal data).

EU Residents (GDPR):

Under GDPR, residents of the European Union have the right to:

• Withdraw consent for data processing at any time.

• Request data portability.

• File complaints with their local data protection authorities.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is entirely secure. Please use caution when sharing sensitive information.

8. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, such as ticketing platforms, social media pages, or partner sites. These websites operate independently and have their own privacy policies and practices.

We do not control, endorse, or take responsibility for the content, security, or privacy practices of third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information or interacting with their services.

9. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal obligations. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

10. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the State of New Jersey, United States. Any disputes arising from this policy will be resolved under the jurisdiction of New Jersey courts.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to exercise your privacy rights, please visit the Contact Us section of our website for further information.

Last Updated: January 7, 2025