Privacy Policy for Cosm.Films

Effective Date: June 24, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to Cosm.Films. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable laws.

By using our website, you consent to the practices outlined in this policy.

2. Data Controller

The Data Controller responsible for processing your personal data is:
Cosm.Films LLC
Los Angeles, CA
Email: hello@cosm.films

If you have any questions regarding this policy or your data rights, please contact us at the above email.

3. What Data We Collect and Why

We only collect the minimum necessary personal data to operate our website efficiently. This includes:

A. Personal Identification Information (only if provided voluntarily)

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number (if applicable)

Legal Basis: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR) or legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR) when responding to inquiries.

‍B. Usage Data (Collected Automatically)

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Time zone setting
  • Pages visited and interactions with the website

Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR) for improving website performance and security.

‍C. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

‍We use cookies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. You can manage cookie preferences via the cookie settings on our site.Legal Basis: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR).For more details, see Section 8 (Cookies and Tracking Technologies).

‍4. How We Collect Your Data

We collect data in the following ways:

  • Directly from you: When you fill out a contact form or email us.
  • Automatically: Via cookies, analytics tools, and server logs.

5. How We Use Your Data

We use the collected data for:

  • Responding to inquiries.
  • Website functionality and security.
  • Analyzing website performance to improve user experience.

We do not use your personal data for marketing or share it with third parties for advertising purposes.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Specifically:

  • Contact form submissions: Retained for 12 months unless further communication is required.
  • Technical logs and analytics: Retained for up to 6 months.

After these periods, data is securely deleted.

7. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a user, you have the following rights:

  • Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
  • Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data under certain conditions.
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data.
  • Right to Object: Object to data processing based on legitimate interests.
  • Right to Data Portability: Obtain and reuse your data for other services.
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: If we rely on your consent, you can withdraw it at any time.

To exercise your rights, email hello@cosm.films with the subject "GDPR Request". We will respond within 30 days as required by law.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for site functionality and analytics. Essential cookies are required for the website to function and cannot be disabled. Non-essential cookies require your consent. You can manage cookie preferences via the cookie consent banner on our website.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure.If a data breach occurs that may pose a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify you and any relevant authorities as required by law.

10. Third-Party Data Transfers

We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties. However, we use third-party service providers (e.g., hosting providers, analytics tools) who may process data outside the United States.Whenever data is transferred internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards, such as:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
  • Adequacy decisions (if applicable)

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in legal requirements or our data practices. Significant changes will be communicated via a website notification or email.

‍Last updated: June 24, 2024.

‍For any questions, contact hello@cosm.films.

A torn piece of black paper stretching from side to side.