Introduction
French Film Industry Review ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website frenchfilmreview.fr and use our services.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the site.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Submit contact forms or inquiries
- Subscribe to newsletters or notifications
- Submit articles or research proposals
- Participate in surveys or research studies
- Contact us via email or phone
Personal information may include:
- Name and contact information (email address, phone number, postal address)
- Professional affiliation and credentials
- Academic or institutional information
- Research interests and areas of expertise
- Any other information you choose to provide
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns, including:
- IP address and geographic location
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website addresses
- Date and time of visits
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- To respond to your inquiries and provide customer service
- To process article submissions and research proposals
- To send newsletters, publications, and research updates (with your consent)
- To improve our website functionality and user experience
- To analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- To maintain security and prevent fraud
- To comply with legal obligations
- To facilitate research collaboration and academic exchange
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for collecting and using personal information depends on the specific context:
- Consent: When you explicitly consent to our processing of your information
- Contract: When processing is necessary to fulfill our obligations to you
- Legitimate Interests: When we have legitimate business interests that do not override your rights
- Legal Obligation: When required by law
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our website and conducting our business, subject to confidentiality obligations
- Academic Collaboration: With academic institutions and research partners when you have consented to such sharing
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, legal process, or governmental request
- Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others
- Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption of data transmission
- Secure server infrastructure
- Access controls and authentication
- Regular security assessments
- Staff training on data protection
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When personal information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request access to your personal information
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Restriction: Request restriction of processing
- Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
- Objection: Object to processing of your information
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw previously given consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@frenchfilmreview.fr. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws different from your jurisdiction. When we transfer information internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
French Film Industry Review
42 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Denis
75010 Paris, France
Email: contact@frenchfilmreview.fr
Phone: +33 1 84 25 79 63
For GDPR-related inquiries, you may also contact the French data protection authority (CNIL).