PRIVACY POLICY
Effective Date: December 2, 2024
Last Updated: December 2, 2024
Acts of Writing LLC ("Games Writers Play," "GWP," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with applicable laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website https://screenwriting.pro/ (the "Website") and use our services (collectively, the "Services").
By accessing or using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Use. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Services.
1. Data Controller Information
For the purposes of the GDPR and other applicable data protection laws, the data controller is:
Acts of Writing LLC
355 S Madison Ave, Unit 322
Pasadena, CA 91101
Email: team.gameswritersplay@gmail.com
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
Personal Information refers to any information that can identify you as an individual. We may collect the following types of personal information:
Contact Information: Name, email address, postal address, telephone number.
Account Information: Username, password, course enrollment details.
Payment Information: Billing address, payment method details (processed by
third-party payment processors; we do not store full payment card information).
• Technical Information: IP address, device type, operating system, browser type.
Usage Information: Pages visited, links clicked, time spent on the Website.
Location Data: General geographic location based on your IP address.
Any other information you choose to provide.
2.2 Anonymous Information
Anonymous Information is data that does not identify you directly. This includes statistical or aggregated information.
2.3 Children's Privacy
Our Services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly. If you believe we might have any information from or about a child under 16, please contact us at team.gameswritersplay@gmail.com.
3. How We Collect InformationAccount Registration: When you create an account or subscribe to our courses.
Communication: When you contact us for support or with inquiries.
Newsletter Subscription: When you sign up to receive updates and marketing communications.
• Surveys and Feedback: When you participate in surveys or provide feedback. 3.2 Information Collected Automatically
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information automatically:
Cookies: Small data files stored on your device.
Web Beacons: Electronic images that track user interaction with emails or websites.
Analytics: Information collected by third-party analytics services like Google Analytics.
4. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Information
We process your personal information based on the following legal grounds:
Consent: When you have given explicit consent for specific purposes.
Contractual Necessity: To fulfill our contractual obligations to you, such as providing the Services.
• Legal Obligation: To comply with legal requirements, such as tax and accounting obligations.
• Legitimate Interests: For purposes like improving our Services, marketing, fraud prevention, and ensuring security.
5. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
To Provide Services: Set up your account, deliver courses, process payments.
Communication: Respond to your inquiries, provide customer support.
Personalization: Customize content and recommendations.
Marketing: Send newsletters, promotions, and special offers (with your consent).
Analytics: Analyze usage patterns to improve our Services.
Legal Compliance: Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Use.
Security: Detect and prevent fraud or other unauthorized activities.
6. Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:
6.1 Service Providers Third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf, such as:
Payment Processors: To process transactions securely.
Email Service Providers: For sending communications (e.g., HubSpot).
Analytics Providers: To analyze website usage (e.g., Google Analytics).
Hosting Services: For data storage and hosting (e.g., Amazon Web Services).
6.2 Legal Obligations
We may disclose your information:
Compliance: To comply with legal processes or regulatory requirements.
Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, and/or that of you or others.
6.3 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of the transaction.
7. International Data Transfers
We are based in the United States, and your information may be transferred to, stored, or processed in the United States or other countries that may not have equivalent data protection laws. We use appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission, to ensure that your personal information is protected.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including for legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
Account Information: Retained until you delete your account or request deletion.
Transaction Data: Retained for a minimum of [insert number] years for tax and legal obligations.
• Marketing Data: Retained until you opt-out or withdraw consent.
9. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit using SSL/TLS protocols.
Access Controls: Restricted access to personal information to authorized personnel only.
• Regular Audits: Periodic security assessments and audits.
10. Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach that poses a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify you and the appropriate supervisory authorities without undue delay, and within the time frame required by applicable law.
11. Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files placed on your device to store data that can be recalled by a web server.
11.1 Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies: Necessary for the functioning of the Website.
Performance Cookies: Collect information about how you use the Website.
Functionality Cookies: Remember choices you make to improve your experience.
• Targeting Cookies: Deliver relevant advertisements to you. 11.2 Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Services.
12. Your Rights
12.1 Under GDPR If you are located in the EEA or UK, you have the following rights:
Right to Access: Obtain a copy of your personal information.
Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal information.
Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data.
Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format.
Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
Right to Withdraw Consent: At any time, without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at team.gameswritersplay@gmail.com. 12.2 Under CCPA
If you are a California resident, you have the following rights:
• Right to Know: Request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected.
Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information.
Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale or sharing of your personal information
(we do not sell personal information).
• Right to Non-Discrimination: Receive equal service and price even if you exercise your privacy rights.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at team.gameswritersplay@gmail.com or write to:
Acts of Writing LLC
Attn: Privacy Requests
355 S Madison Ave, Unit 322 Pasadena, CA 91101
13. Automated Decision-Making and Profiling
We do not use automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal effects concerning you or similarly significantly affects you.
14. Opting Out of Marketing Communications
You may opt-out of receiving marketing emails by contacting us at team.gameswritersplay@gmail.com. Even after you opt-out, you may still receive non- promotional communications, such as service updates and account notifications.
15. Do Not Sell My Personal Information
We do not sell personal information to third parties. If our practices change, we will update this Privacy Policy and provide you with the option to opt-out.
16. Third-Party Links and Services
Our Services may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
17. Data Protection Principles
We adhere to the following data protection principles:
Lawfulness, Fairness, and Transparency
Purpose Limitation
Data Minimization
Accuracy
Storage Limitation
Integrity and Confidentiality
18. Contact Information
18.1 Data Protection Officer
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, you may contact our Data Protection Officer:
Email: team.gameswritersplay@gmail.com Address:
Data Protection Officer
Acts of Writing LLC
355 S Madison Ave, Unit 322 Pasadena, CA 91101
19. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by:
Posting the updated policy on this page.
Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.
Providing a prominent notice on our Website.
Sending an email notification if you have provided your email address.
Your continued use of our Services after such updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
20. Accessibility
We are committed to making our Privacy Policy accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. If you need this Privacy Policy provided in an alternative format, please contact us at team.gameswritersplay@gmail.com.
21. Financial Incentives Disclosure
We do not offer financial incentives or price differences in exchange for the retention or sale of your personal information.
22. Users in Other Jurisdictions
Users from other countries may have additional rights under their local laws. If you are accessing our Services from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries. By using our Services, you consent to such transfers.
23. How to Contact Us About a Deceased User
If you have a request regarding a deceased user's information, please contact us at team.gameswritersplay@gmail.com.
This Privacy Policy was written in English (US). In the event of any conflict between this English version and any translated version, the English version shall prevail.
By using our Services, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Services.