Aureum International Awards Privacy Policy

At Aureum International Awards, Operating by Edge Global Services Ltd. we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal data when you visit our website, www.aureumawards.com, or engage with our services. By accessing our website or submitting information to us, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

This policy applies to all users, including but not limited to award nominees, applicants, judges, sponsors, and visitors to our website. We strive to maintain the highest standards of integrity in compliance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

We collect information to provide and improve our services, process award nominations, and enhance your experience on our website. The types of information we collect include:

2.1 Personal Information

Personal information is data that can identify you, which you may voluntarily provide when interacting with our website or services. This includes:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address.
• Professional Information: Company name, job title, industry, and professional achievements submitted for award nominations.
• Account Information: Username, password, and other details provided when creating an account or submitting an application.
• Payment Information: Billing details, such as credit card information, processed securely through third-party payment processors for award entry fees or sponsorships.

2.2 Non-Personal Information

We also collect non-personal information that does not directly identify you, including:

• Usage Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device information, pages visited, and time spent on our website.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to analyze website usage and personalize content.
• Aggregated Data: Statistical or demographic data used for analytics and reporting, which does not identify any individual.

We collect information in the following ways:

• Directly from You: When you submit forms (e.g., award applications, contact forms, or registration forms), create an account, or communicate with us via email or phone.
• Automatically: Through cookies, analytics tools, and server logs when you visit www.aureumawards.com.
• From Third Parties: From partners, sponsors, or service providers (e.g., payment processors) when you engage with our services or events.

We use your information to operate our website, administer our awards program, and provide a seamless user experience. Specific purposes include:

• Processing and evaluating award nominations and applications.
• Communicating with you about your account, submissions, or inquiries.
• Managing payments and issuing invoices for award entries or sponsorships.
• Improving our website and services through analytics and user feedback.
• Sending promotional materials, newsletters, or updates about Aureum International Awards (with your consent, where required).
• Complying with legal obligations and protecting our legal rights.
• Preventing fraud and ensuring the security of our website and services.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information for promotional purposes. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors (e.g., payment processors, hosting providers, or analytics services) who assist us in operating our website and services, subject to confidentiality agreements.
• Award Program Partners: With judges, sponsors, or affiliates involved in the awards process, limited to the information necessary to evaluate nominations or fulfil sponsorship agreements.
• Legal Compliance: When required by law, court order, or government authority, or to protect our rights, property, or safety of our users.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to a successor entity, with notice provided where required.
• Aggregated or Anonymized Data: We may share non-identifiable, aggregated data for research, marketing, or statistical purposes.

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance functionality, analyze performance, and personalize your experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. We use:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function, such as maintaining user sessions or securing forms.
• Analytics Cookies: To track website usage and performance (e.g., via Google Analytics).
• Marketing Cookies: To deliver personalized content or advertisements (with consent where required).

We implement reasonable technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. These include encryption, secure socket layer (SSL) technology, and restricted access to sensitive data. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data, subject to legal or contractual obligations.
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances.
• Data Portability: Request your data in a structured, commonly used format.
• Objection: Object to processing for direct marketing or legitimate interest purposes.
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for processing where consent was the basis.

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@aureumawards.com. We will respond within the timeframes required by applicable law (e.g., 30 days for GDPR requests, 45 days for CCPA requests, 45 days for DPDPA requests).

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, such as payment processors or partner organizations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

Our website and services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will promptly delete it. Contact us if you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child.

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or industry standards. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a revised "Last Updated" date or by other means, such as email, where required. Your continued use of our website or services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws . Any disputes arising under this policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction.