PRIVACY POLICY AND TERMS AND CONDITIONS
PRIVACY POLICY
Effective Date: July 2, 2025
This Privacy Policy describes how Ineffable Films Inc. ("Ineffable Films," "we," "us," or "our"), a
501(c)(3) corporation, collects, uses, and protects the information of visitors to our website,
Ineffablefilms.org.
TREASURE MAP IOS APP
Effective Date: August 10, 2026
TreasureMap ("the App") is provided by Ineffable Films ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how your information is collected and used.
Information We Collect
When you use TreasureMap, we may collect the following information:
Account Information
When you create an account using Email, Google, or Sign in with Apple, we may collect:
Name
Email address
Unique user identifier (Firebase User ID)
User-Generated Content
If you choose to contribute to the community, we may collect:
Film location submissions
Reviews and ratings
Photos you upload
Favorite locations you save
Technical Information
We may collect limited technical information necessary to operate and secure the App, such as authentication information provided through Firebase Authentication.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Create and manage your account
Authenticate your identity
Display your submitted locations and reviews
Save your favorite locations
Improve the functionality and security of the App
Respond to support requests
We do not sell your personal information.
Third-Party Services
TreasureMap uses trusted third-party services, including:
Firebase Authentication
Firebase Firestore
Firebase Storage
These services process information necessary to provide account management, cloud storage, and application functionality. Their use of your information is governed by their own privacy policies.
Data Storage
Your information is securely stored using Google Firebase services. We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
Account Deletion
You may delete your account at any time from within the App.
When your account is deleted, we will remove your personal account information and associated data, subject to any legal or technical requirements that may require temporary retention.
Children's Privacy
TreasureMap is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:
Ineffable Films
Email: [email protected]
CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Important Notice for Parents and Guardians: We are committed to protecting children's
privacy. If you are under 13 years of age, you must have your parent or guardian's permission
before providing any personal information to us. If you are between 13 and 18 years of age,
please review this policy with a parent or guardian.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable
parental consent. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child
under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.
Parents may contact us at [email protected] to:
● Review their child's personal information
● Request deletion of their child's information
● Refuse to permit further collection of their child's information
INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you interact with our website or
services. This information is primarily collected and stored in our Customer Relationship
Management (CRM) system. The types of information we collect include:
Personal Information:
● Name: To personalize our communications and identify you
● Email Address: To send updates, newsletters, and respond to inquiries
● Phone Number: To contact you regarding your inquiries, donations, or other interactions
with Ineffable Films
● Date of Birth: For demographic analysis and to ensure compliance with age-related
regulations
Automatically Collected Information:
● IP address and general location information
● Browser type and version
● Pages visited and time spent on our site
● Referring website information
We do not collect or store sensitive personally identifiable information, such as social security
numbers, financial account details, health information, or other highly confidential data.
HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
The information we collect is used to:
● Communicate with you effectively about our programs and services
● Process donations and provide you with relevant updates
● Send newsletters and educational content (with your consent)
● Improve our website and services based on user engagement
● Understand our audience better through aggregated demographic data
● Comply with legal obligations
● Ensure age-appropriate content delivery
LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING (INTERNATIONAL USERS)
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, and other regions with
similar data protection laws, we process your personal information based on:
● Consent: When you voluntarily provide information or sign up for communications
● Legitimate Interest: To improve our services and fulfill our educational mission
● Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
HOW WE PROTECT YOUR INFORMATION
We are committed to protecting the security of your information through multiple layers of
protection:
Technical Safeguards:
● Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption for data transmission
● Secure servers with restricted access
● Regular security updates and patches
● Firewall protection and intrusion detection systems
Administrative Safeguards:
● Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
● Regular staff training on privacy and security practices
● Incident response procedures for potential data breaches
Physical Safeguards:
● Secure facilities with controlled access
● Proper disposal of physical documents containing personal information
While we implement comprehensive security measures, no method of transmission over the
internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are
committed to protecting your information using industry-standard practices.
THIRD-PARTY SERVICE PROVIDERS
We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:
● Website hosting and maintenance
● Email communication services
● Donation processing
● Analytics and website improvement
● CRM system management
All third-party providers are contractually required to:
● Keep your information confidential
● Use information only for specified purposes
● Implement appropriate security measures
● Comply with applicable privacy laws
INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
If you are located outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be
transferred to and processed in the United States, where our servers are located. By using our
services, you consent to this transfer. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for
international transfers in compliance with applicable laws.
YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal
information:
General Rights:
● Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
● Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
● Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal limitations)
● Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
Additional Rights for EEA/UK Residents:
● Portability: Request transfer of your data to another organization
● Restriction: Request limitation of processing in certain circumstances
● Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days
(or as required by applicable law).
COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this
policy, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes. Specific retention periods include:
● Contact information: Until you request deletion or unsubscribe
● Donation records: As required by law (typically 7 years)
● Website analytics: Aggregated data may be retained indefinitely
CHANGES TO OUR PRIVACY POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or
applicable laws. We will:
● Post the updated policy on this page
● Update the "Effective Date" at the top
● Notify users of material changes via email or prominent website notice
● For users under 18, obtain renewed parental consent if required
CONTACTING US
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy
practices, please contact us:
Ineffable Films Inc. Email: [email protected] Website: Ineffablefilms.org
For privacy-specific inquiries, please include "Privacy Policy" in your subject line.
Data Protection Officer (for EEA/UK inquiries): Email: [email protected]
This Privacy Policy was last updated on July 2, 2025. We encourage you to review this policy
periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
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Ineffable Films is a registered 501(c)(3) organization.
LOCATIONS
Boston
San Diego
New York
Los Angeles
Email: [email protected]
Phone:
+1 (857) 766-0056
EIN:
93-4083316
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