Privacy Policy
Introduction
ORIONSM International Tech Awards (“ORIONSM”) is an international technology awards organization founded in 2012 and operational since 2016. ORIONSM is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and integrity of personal information entrusted to it by applicants, nominees, judges, partners, and website visitors.
1. Scope
This Privacy Policy applies to all personal information collected through the ORIONSM website, application portals, communications, and related services.
2. Information Collected
ORIONSM may collect:
- Personal identification details: Name, email address, phone number, designation, organization, country.
- Professional and academic information.
- Nomination and application materials: Including projects, achievements, resumes, and evidence documents.
- Communication records.
- Payment-related transaction references.
- Technical and usage data: Such as IP address, browser type, device identifiers, cookies, and access logs.
3. Purpose of Collection
Information is collected for:
- Administration of award programs and nominations.
- Evaluation, judging, and verification processes.
- Communication of official notices, confirmations, results, and updates.
- Fraud prevention and security monitoring.
- Record-keeping and audit requirements.
- Compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
4. Legal Basis
Information is processed based on consent, contractual necessity, legitimate organizational interest, and legal obligation, as applicable.
5. Information Sharing
Personal data is not sold or marketed. Limited disclosure may occur to:
- Judges and evaluators under confidentiality obligations.
- Technology, hosting, payment, and communication service providers.
- Legal or regulatory authorities when required.
6. International Data Transfers
Information may be processed or stored across jurisdictions in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
7. Data Security
ORIONSM employs administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect information. While best efforts are made, no electronic system is fully secure.
8. Data Retention
Information is retained only for as long as necessary for operational, legal, and archival purposes.
9. User Rights
Users may request access, correction, or deletion of their data, subject to legal limitations.
10. Policy Changes
ORIONSM may revise this policy periodically. Continued use constitutes acceptance of updates.