Privacy Policy

UN-SEAM Fashion Award 2026 Website

Effective Date: July 1, 2025

Last Updated: January 1, 2025

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1. INTRODUCTION

My ONNI Project (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the UN-SEAM Fashion Award 2026 website at www.unseamfashionaward2026.com and related mobile applications. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, register for our events, or interact with our services.

Contact Information:

Website: www.unseamfashionaward.com
Email: seam-vice@unseamfashionaward.com

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2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

Website Registration and Forms:

- Name, email address, and contact information

- Professional details (company, job title, industry)

- Design competition submissions and portfolio materials

- Newsletter subscription preferences

- Survey responses and feedback

- Customer service communications

Event Registration:

- Ticket purchase information

- Dietary restrictions and accessibility needs

- Emergency contact information

- Payment details (processed by secure third-party providers)

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

Website Usage Data:

- IP address and location data

- Browser type and device information

- Pages visited and time spent on site

- Referring websites and search terms

- Cookies and similar tracking technologies

Analytics and Performance:

- Website performance metrics

- User interaction patterns

- Error logs and technical diagnostics

2.3 Third-Party Information

- Social media profile information (when you connect accounts)

- Information from event partners and sponsors (with appropriate consent)

- Professional verification data from industry databases

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3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

3.1 Website and Service Provision

- Operate and maintain our website and services

- Process registrations and provide customer support

- Send confirmations and important service updates

- Improve website functionality and user experience

3.2 Event Management

- Manage competition submissions and judging processes

- Coordinate event logistics and attendee services

- Facilitate networking and professional connections

- Provide event-related communications and updates

3.3 Marketing and Communications

- Send newsletters and promotional materials (with consent)

- Share event highlights and industry insights

- Conduct market research and surveys

- Develop educational content and resources

3.4 Legal and Security

- Comply with legal requirements and regulations

- Protect against fraud and unauthorized access

- Respond to legal requests and investigations

- Maintain records for business and legal purposes

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4. INFORMATION SHARING

4.1 Service Providers

We share information with trusted third parties who help us operate our website and events:

- Payment processors and financial institutions

- Website hosting and technical service providers

- Email marketing and communication platforms

- Analytics and customer relationship management systems

4.2 Event Partners

- Sponsors and partners (with explicit consent only)

- Media and press organizations (for coverage purposes)

- Venue partners for event logistics

- Other participants for networking purposes (opt-in only)

4.3 Legal Requirements

- When required by law or legal process

- To protect our rights, property, or safety

- To investigate potential violations of our terms

- In connection with business transfers or acquisitions

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5. DATA SECURITY

We implement comprehensive security measures including:

- Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest

- Secure servers with access controls and monitoring

- Regular security assessments and updates

- Employee training on data protection

- Incident response procedures

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6. DATA RETENTION

- Website account information: 3 years from last activity

- Event registration data: 3 years from event date

- Marketing communications: Until you unsubscribe

- Legal and financial records: 7 years as required by law

- Competition submissions: 5 years for historical purposes

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7. YOUR RIGHTS

7.1 Access and Control

- Right to Access: Request copies of your personal information

- Right to Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete information

- Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information

- Right to Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format

7.2 Communication Preferences

- Unsubscribe from marketing emails

- Update your communication preferences

- Opt-out of certain data uses

7.3 How to Exercise Rights

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8. COOKIES AND TRACKING

8.1 Types of Cookies We Use

- Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality

- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site

- Marketing Cookies: Used for advertising and personalization

- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

8.2 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings or our cookie preference center.

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9. INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS

As an international event, we may transfer your information to countries outside Singapore. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place through:

- Standard contractual clauses

- Adequacy decisions by data protection authorities

- Certification schemes and codes of conduct

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10. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13 without parental consent.

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11. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes through:

- Email notifications to registered users

- Prominent website notices

- Direct communication for significant changes

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12. CONTACT US

Data Protection Inquiries:

- Email: seam-vice@unseamfashionaward.com

- Phone: +65 8750 5502

General Questions:

- Email: re-seam-ble@unseamfashionaward.com

- Website: www.unseamfashionaward.com

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13. REGULATORY INFORMATION

Singapore Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC):

- Website: www.pdpc.gov.sg

- Email: enquiries@pdpc.gov.sg

If you have concerns about our data practices that we cannot resolve, you may contact the PDPC or your local data protection authority.

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Document Information:

- Document Version: 1.0

- Legal Review Date: July 1, 2025

- Next Review Date: July 1, 2026

- Authorized By: My ONNI Project Team

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with applicable data protection laws including the Singapore Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA), the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and other relevant privacy regulations.