Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions

Gold International Classical Music Competition

Welcome to the official website of the Gold International Classical Music Competition, hereinafter referred to as gicmc.com.
Our Privacy Policy page is designed to elucidate our approach to gathering, transmitting, and utilizing your information.
We hold your privacy in high regard and are committed to offering full clarity on the collection, utilization, and protection of your personal data. By visiting and making use of our website, you are expressing your consent to the principles detailed in this extensive Privacy Policy.

Data Collection and Utilization

Our purpose in collecting your information is to ensure the effective delivery of our services. This may encompass personally identifiable particulars like your name, email address, contact information, and other pertinent data. These details are utilized for communication, facilitating competition entries, and consistently improving our services to cater to your requirements.

Personal information serves the purpose of identification and communication. Performance videos are downloaded and anonymously sent to our jury members to maintain an equitable and impartial evaluation process. Non-personal information may be gathered, employed, and shared for various purposes.

You have the right not to provide this information, but please be aware that without the necessary details, we won’t be able to provide our service.

Cookies

To personalize and enhance your experience on our platform, we employ cookies—small text files stored on your device. These enable us to recognize you during subsequent visits, tailor content to your preferences, and improve the overall functionality of our platform. Cookie preferences can be managed through your browser settings.
 
By continuing to use our website, you consent to the utilization of cookies in accordance with our Cookies Policy. If you disagree with our cookie usage, kindly adjust your browser settings or refrain from using our website.
 

Log Records

When you visit our platform, our servers automatically record specific information, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referral URL, and other relevant data essential for trend analysis, site administration, and tracking user navigation and behavior. This data aids in optimizing your experience and enhancing our offerings.

Jury and Prizes

All the prizes mentioned in the rules might be modified connected with decisions made by jury. To maintain a fair and impartial judging process, the names of the jury are undisclosed. The decision of the jury cannot be discussed or appealed. The entries are being evaluated with a point system. The points are being provided to the committee of GICMC.
The jury can be changed by the committee of GICMC if it’s needed.

Service Provider

To ensure a seamless user experience and improve our services, we may collaborate with third-party entities. 

These service providers may access your personal information to the extent required for their functions. They are contractually bound not to disclose or utilize your information for other purposes. We do not sell or share personal information collected as a service provider with third parties.
 

Security

At Gold International Classical Music Competition, we prioritize the security of your personal information. We’ve implemented comprehensive measures to safeguard it from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While we diligently strive to protect your data, please understand that no internet data transmission can be entirely secure. Inherent risks exist, despite our rigorous security measures.

We encourage you to take steps to safeguard your data. If you suspect your personal information has been compromised, please contact us promptly for appropriate action.
 
Payments made on gicmc.com are processed through the PayPal secure payment platform and are non-refundable. We are dedicated to enhancing our security measures and staying current with data security advancements to provide the highest level of protection for your personal information.
 

External Links

Our platform may include links to external websites beyond our control. We do not accept responsibility for their privacy policies or data collection, usage, or security practices.

Privacy Policy Updates

We may periodically update our Privacy Policy to align with changing practices, legal obligations, or regulatory requirements. Revised policies are posted on this page and become effective immediately. Your trust is vital to us, and we aim to provide clear, up-to-date information regarding your data’s usage and protection.
 
Continued use of our services after Privacy Policy updates indicates your acceptance of the revised terms. We encourage periodic reviews to stay informed about how we handle your personal information.
 

Contact us

Your privacy is of utmost importance to us. For inquiries or concerns regarding our Privacy Policy or data practices, please contact us at info@gicmc.com
We value your feedback and are committed to addressing your questions promptly.
 

Disclaimer of Warranty and Liability

While we strive to offer accurate and reliable information, please note that the Gold International Classical Music Competition website is provided without any express or implied warranties. We disclaim all liability for any damages arising from your use of the site or reliance on the information provided.
 
By using our website, you acknowledge and agree to the terms and conditions outlined in this Privacy Policy and the Disclaimer of Warranty and Liability. Thank you for entrusting us with your personal information; we are dedicated to safeguarding your privacy and providing a secure online experience.
 

Children

For children under the age of 13, it is imperative that they receive guidance and obtain consent from a parent or legal guardian before disclosing any personal information on our platform. 

Therefore make sure that parent or legal guardian is well acknowledged about it.
 
We place a strong emphasis on safeguarding the personal information of minors and have implemented suitable measures to ensure their security. Access to such information is limited exclusively to authorized personnel.