Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to The Blackbird Awards (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable laws.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and protect your personal data when you visit https://blackbirdawards.com or provide your information through our sign-up form.

Information We Collect

We collect the following personal data when you voluntarily submit it:

• Email Address

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information.

Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)

We process your personal data under one or more of the following legal bases:

• Consent: You voluntarily provide your email for communications.
• Legitimate Interests: Improving our website, communications, and user experience.

You may withdraw consent at any time.

How We Use Your Personal Data

We use your email address for:

• Sending newsletters, updates, and promotional content
• Responding to inquiries or requests
• Improving website performance and user experience
• Sending important service or policy updates

You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time.

Data Storage & Security

Your information is stored on our own secure servers and protected through reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share information only with:

• Service Providers: Third parties who assist with email delivery or site operations
• Legal Authorities: If required by law or legal process

We do not share data for cross-context behavioral advertising.

International Data Transfers

If you are located in the EU/EEA, your information may be processed outside your jurisdiction. When this occurs, we use safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses to protect your data.

Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction or deletion
• Object to processing
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent
• File a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise these rights, contact us at legal@blackbirdawards.com.

Your Rights Under CCPA

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Know what personal data we collect
• Request deletion of your personal data
• Request that your data not be sold (we do not sell data)
• Access your personal information in a portable format
• Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights

To make a CCPA request, email legal@blackbirdawards.com.

Data Retention

We retain your email address only as long as needed for the purposes stated or to comply with legal requirements. You may request deletion at any time.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We may use essential and optional cookies. Under GDPR, consent is required for non-essential cookies. Under CCPA, you may opt out of certain tracking tools.

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 (or under 16 in the EU). If you believe a child has submitted personal information, contact us for deletion.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The latest version will always be posted at https://blackbirdawards.com with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Contact Us

If you have privacy-related questions or requests, please contact:

The Blackbird Awards
Email: legal@blackbirdawards.com
Website: https://blackbirdawards.com