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MISS GRAND IRAN – PRIVACY POLICY

Miss Grand Iran is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you interact with us.

This policy applies to all applicants, contestants, titleholders, judges, partners, sponsors, and website users.

1. WHO WE ARE

Miss Grand Iran is a national beauty pageant operated by the official license holder of Miss Grand International for Iran.

For the purposes of data protection legislation, Miss Grand Iran is the Data Controller.

2. DATA WE COLLECT

We may collect and process the following personal data:

2.1 Identity & Contact Information

  • Full name

  • Date of birth

  • Nationality and/or heritage

  • Postal address

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Passport details (where required for international representation)

2.2 Application & Competition Data

  • Application forms and questionnaires

  • Headshots, photographs, videos

  • Biographical information

  • Measurements and physical details (where relevant to competition requirements)

  • Social media handles

  • Interview scores and judging feedback

2.3 Financial Data

  • Payment confirmation and transaction records

  • Billing details
    (Note: We do not store full card or banking details. Payments are processed securely via third-party providers.)

2.4 Technical Data

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Website usage data via cookies or analytics tools

3. HOW WE COLLECT YOUR DATA

We collect personal data through:

  • Online application forms

  • Website contact forms

  • Email communication

  • Social media interactions

  • Event registrations

  • Third-party service providers (e.g. payment processors, photographers, media partners)

4. HOW WE USE YOUR DATA

We use your data to:

  • Process applications and registrations

  • Manage participation in Miss Grand Iran

  • Communicate competition updates and instructions

  • Organise events, rehearsals, and appearances

  • Process payments and issue confirmations

  • Promote Miss Grand Iran and its activities

  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

5. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING

We process your data under the following lawful bases:

  • Consent – where you have given explicit permission

  • Contractual necessity – to fulfil our obligations

  • Legal obligation – compliance with laws and regulations

  • Legitimate interests – promoting and operating the competition

6. MEDIA, PUBLICITY & IMAGE USE

By applying to or participating in Miss Grand Iran, you consent to the use of your:

  • Name

  • Image

  • Voice

  • Video and photographic content

For:

  • Website and social media

  • Press and media publications

  • Promotional and marketing materials

  • Broadcast and digital platforms

This use is worldwide, royalty-free, and may continue after the competition has ended.

7. DATA SHARING

We may share personal data with:

  • Miss Grand International

  • Judges and official staff

  • Event venues and service providers

  • Media partners and photographers

  • Payment processors and IT service providers

We will never sell your personal data to third parties.

8. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Your data may be transferred outside the UK or EEA where necessary (e.g. for Miss Grand International events).
We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.

9. DATA RETENTION

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:

  • Application data: up to 24 months

  • Financial records: as required by law

  • Media and promotional content: retained indefinitely unless legally required to remove

10. DATA SECURITY

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including:

  • Secure servers and password-protected systems

  • Restricted access to authorised personnel only

  • Encrypted payment processing

11. YOUR RIGHTS

Under data protection laws, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion (where legally applicable)

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

12. COOKIES

Our website may use cookies to improve user experience and analyse website traffic.
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

13. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites.

14. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time.
Any changes will be published on our website with immediate effect.

15. CONTACT US

For privacy-related queries or data requests, please contact:

Email: [insert official email]
Organisation: Miss Grand Iran

16. ACCEPTANCE

By using our website, submitting an application, or participating in Miss Grand Iran, you confirm that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

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