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Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Rajasthan International Film Festival (RIFF)

Website: www.riffjaipur.org

Last Updated: 31 October 2026

1. Introduction

Rajasthan International Film Festival (RIFF), operated by RIFF Film Club, is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of visitors, filmmakers, delegates, participants, and other users of its official website, www.riffjaipur.org.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, process, and protect personal information when you visit our website, register for festival activities, submit films, apply for participation, or communicate with us through our digital platforms.

By accessing or using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

A. Personal Information

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Contact number

  • Residential or correspondence address

  • Date of birth, where required

  • Professional details, organization, and designation

B. Film Submission and Festival Registration Information

  • Film title, synopsis, and description

  • Director, producer, cast, and crew details

  • Film posters, photographs, trailers, and promotional materials

  • Film links and screening copies

  • Technical specifications and production details

  • Details required for accreditation, registration, and participation

C. Payment Information

Where registration, accreditation, entry fees, or other paid services are offered, relevant payment information may be processed through authorized third-party payment gateways. RIFF does not intend to store complete debit card, credit card, or banking credentials on its website servers.

D. Technical Information

We may automatically collect certain technical information, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device and operating system information

  • Website usage data

  • Pages visited and access duration

  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

The information collected may be used for the following purposes:

  • To process film submissions and festival registrations.

  • To communicate with filmmakers, delegates, participants, and applicants.

  • To manage festival screenings, events, workshops, masterclasses, and award ceremonies.

  • To verify eligibility and provide accreditation.

  • To publish selected film details, filmmaker profiles, photographs, and festival-related announcements.

  • To send festival updates, invitations, newsletters, and important notifications.

  • To process payments and maintain transaction records.

  • To improve website functionality, user experience, and festival services.

  • To comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

4. Film Submissions, Publicity and Media Usage

By submitting a film or registering for RIFF activities, participants may provide film-related information and promotional materials, including film posters, still photographs, trailers, synopses, director profiles, and production details.

RIFF may use such submitted promotional materials for festival-related publicity, including:

  • Official website and social media platforms.

  • Festival brochures, catalogues, and promotional publications.

  • Press releases and media communications.

  • Festival schedules, screening announcements, and event promotions.

  • Reports and documentation relating to the festival.

Such use shall be subject to the applicable film submission terms, participant permissions, and any separate agreements or consents obtained from the concerned rights holders.

Submission of a film does not, by itself, transfer copyright or ownership of the film to RIFF.

5. Sharing of Information

RIFF does not sell, rent, or trade users' personal information to third parties.

However, information may be shared where necessary with:

  • Authorized festival organizers and administrative teams.

  • Event management and technical service providers.

  • Payment gateway and registration service providers.

  • Festival partners, sponsors, and associated organizations, where relevant and appropriately authorized.

  • Media organizations for festival-related publicity, where applicable.

  • Government authorities, law enforcement agencies, or regulatory bodies when required by law.

Third-party service providers are expected to handle information responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy and data protection requirements.

6. Cookies and Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve browsing experience, understand website traffic, remember user preferences, and analyze website performance.

Users can manage or disable cookies through their browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of some website features.

7. Data Security

RIFF takes reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, loss, or misuse.

Although we make reasonable efforts to safeguard information, no method of electronic transmission or internet-based storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

8. Data Retention

Personal information will be retained only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy, including festival administration, registration records, legal compliance, documentation, and dispute resolution.

Information may be retained for a longer period where required or permitted under applicable laws.

9. Third-Party Websites and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, online registration platforms, payment gateways, social media platforms, and other external services.

RIFF does not control the privacy practices or content of such third-party platforms. Users are advised to review their respective privacy policies before sharing personal information.

10. Your Privacy Rights

Subject to applicable laws, users may have the right to:

  • Request access to their personal information.

  • Request correction or updating of inaccurate information.

  • Request deletion of personal information, where legally permissible.

  • Withdraw consent for certain data processing activities.

  • Raise concerns regarding the use or handling of their personal information.

Requests may be submitted through the official RIFF contact details provided below. Certain information may need to be retained where required by law or for legitimate administrative purposes.

11. Children's Privacy

Our website and festival activities are not specifically directed towards children under the age of 18 for independent online registration.

Where personal information relating to a minor is required for participation, registration or film submission, such information should be provided by or with the consent of the parent or legal guardian, wherever required by applicable law.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

RIFF reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in its activities, website features, operational requirements, or applicable laws.

Any revised policy will be published on this page along with the updated revision date. Users are encouraged to review this page periodically.

13. Contact Us

For any questions, concerns, requests, or complaints relating to this Privacy Policy or the handling of personal information, please contact:

Rajasthan International Film Festival (RIFF)
Operated by: RIFF Film Club
Website: https://www.riffjaipur.org
Email: info@riffjaipur.org
Contact: +91-9414044548
Location: Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.

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