Privacy Policy – GovernmentAward.com
Effective Date: 01-04-2025
At GovernmentAward.com, we are committed to protecting your privacy and upholding the highest standards of transparency and data security. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal details (e.g., name, email address, country)
Review submissions, comments, or feedback
Technical data such as IP address, browser type, device information, and location (where consented)
Communications with our support or editorial teams
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your data for the following purposes:
To manage your account and verify user authenticity
To publish and moderate reviews
To improve our platform and user experience
To communicate with you regarding updates, nominations, or inquiries
To maintain platform security and compliance
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
GovernmentAward.com does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We only share your data with:
Internal administrators and moderators
Legal authorities when legally required (e.g., under a subpoena or applicable international law)
Trusted service providers involved in hosting and website maintenance
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data under the following lawful bases:
User consent
Performance of a contract (e.g., registration or submission)
Legitimate interest (e.g., platform moderation, public interest in governance transparency)
5. Your Rights
You have the following rights under applicable data protection laws (e.g., GDPR):
Right to access your data
Right to rectify inaccurate data
Right to erase personal data (“right to be forgotten”)
Right to object to or restrict processing
Right to data portability
Right to withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@governmentaward.com.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance user experience, analyse traffic, and support platform security. By using the website, you consent to our use of cookies unless you opt out via your browser settings.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data as long as necessary for the purposes stated above, unless required to retain it longer for legal or archival purposes.
8. Data Security
We implement strong technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including encryption, secure servers, and access control.
9. International Data Transfers
If data is transferred internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including adherence to GDPR, applicable data protection frameworks, or standard contractual clauses.
10. Children's Privacy
Our platform is not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.
12. Contact Us
For any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
📧 privacy@governmentaward.com