Privacy Policy

Special Note

Welcome to our contest website, where we aim to highlight, promote, and celebrate the world's best, most influential, and impactful teachers. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you participate in the contest. We are committed to respecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your information. By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms and conditions of this Privacy Policy.

Consumer Disclosure

This contest is open to all individuals who meet the eligibility criteria mentioned in the contest rules. No purchase is necessary to enter or win. The contest is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by any third-party entities unless explicitly stated.

Operator

The operator of this contest website ("we," "us," or "our") is responsible for the collection and processing of your personal information. We will handle your personal information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

When you participate in the contest, we may collect certain personal information from you, which may include

  • Name and contact details (e.g., email address)
  • Educational background and teaching experience
  • Biographical information
  • Photographs or videos
  • Social media profiles (if voluntarily provided)
  • Any other information you choose to provide during the contest submission process

Use of Personal Information

We may use your personal information for the following purposes

  • To evaluate and review contest submissions
  • To communicate with you regarding the contest and related updates
  • To highlight, promote, and celebrate the teachers selected as winners or finalists
  • To contact you for additional information or clarification related to your submission
  • To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

Third-Party Disclosure

We may share your personal information with trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website and conducting the contest. These third parties are obligated to maintain the confidentiality and security of your personal information and are prohibited from using it for any other purpose.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

Retention of Personal Information

We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

Children's Privacy

This website is not intended for individuals under the age of [minimum age]. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child, please contact us immediately, and we will take appropriate measures to delete such information.

Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, update, or delete your personal information. If you would like to exercise any of these rights or have any questions or concerns about the processing of your personal information, please contact us using the information provided below.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to modify or amend this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website. Your continued use of our website or participation in the contest after the posting of the updated Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the modified terms.