Information we collect
We collect information reasonably required to operate the festival, including names, contact details, submission and project information, registration details, correspondence and, where relevant, payment or attendance records.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling personal information fairly, securely and transparently.
This policy explains the personal information New Renaissance Film Festival collects, why it is used, how it is protected and the rights available to you under UK data-protection law. It applies to festival submissions, registrations, correspondence and use of this website.
We collect information reasonably required to operate the festival, including names, contact details, submission and project information, registration details, correspondence and, where relevant, payment or attendance records.
Information is used to administer submissions, selections, screenings, awards, registrations and communications. Depending on the context, processing is based on consent, performance of an agreement, compliance with legal obligations or our legitimate interests in operating and promoting the festival.
Personal information is retained only for as long as reasonably necessary for festival administration, record keeping, legal compliance and the resolution of queries. Information no longer required is securely deleted or anonymised.
You may have the right to:
We use reasonable organisational and technical safeguards to protect personal information. Access is limited to authorised people and service providers who require it for festival operations. We do not sell personal information. Information may be disclosed where required by law.
We may use trusted platforms to manage submissions, ticketing, email, website hosting, payments and On Demand presentation. These providers process information under their own terms and safeguards. Where information is transferred internationally, appropriate protections should apply.
The website may use cookies and similar technologies for essential functionality, security and analytics. Available controls can be managed through the cookie notice and your browser settings.
Please contact us first if you have concerns about how your information is handled. You also have the right to complain to the UK Information Commissioner’s Office or, where applicable, another competent data-protection authority.
This policy may be revised to reflect changes in our practices, services or legal requirements. The current version will be published on this page.
21 August 2026.