Privacy Policy (CQ Circuit Festival)

 

CQ Circuit Festival (“we”, “us”, “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share information when you visit
cqcircuitfestival.com (the “Website”) and when you interact with our digital content.

 

If you do not agree with this Policy, please do not use the Website.

 

1. Who We Are

 

CQ Circuit Festival is a digital and conceptual project created and produced by Cultura Queer, focused on electronic music, visual identity, and LGBTQIA+ culture.
The Website provides information about the project, our releases, and our digital experiences.

 

2. What Data We Collect

 

We may collect the following categories of data:

 

A) Information you provide voluntarily

 

• Name and email address (for example, if you contact us or subscribe to updates)
• Any message content you send us (support requests, feedback, etc.)

 

B) Technical and usage data (collected automatically)

 

• IP address (may be partially masked depending on settings)
• Device and browser information
• Pages you visit and actions you take on the Website
• Approximate location (based on IP, not precise GPS)
• Referral source (how you arrived at the Website)

 

C) Cookies and similar technologies

 

We may use cookies and similar technologies to improve site performance, understand traffic, and personalize your experience.
See Section 6 for details.

 

3. Why We Use Your Data (Purposes)

 

We process personal data for purposes such as:

 

• Operating and maintaining the Website
• Improving site performance and user experience
• Responding to messages and support requests
• Sending updates when you opt in (newsletters / announcements)
• Security, fraud prevention, and abuse detection
• Analytics to understand traffic and content performance
• Legal compliance when required

 

4. Legal Bases (GDPR / Similar Laws)

 

Where applicable, we rely on one or more of the following legal bases:

 

• Consent (e.g., you subscribe to updates or accept certain cookies)
• Legitimate interests (e.g., website security, basic analytics, improving performance)
• Contract necessity (if we provide a product/service you request)
• Legal obligation (when we must comply with applicable laws)

 

5. How We Share Your Data

 

We do not sell your personal information.

 

We may share data with trusted service providers that help us operate the Website, such as:

 

• Website hosting / infrastructure providers
• Security and performance services (e.g., CDN, anti-abuse tools)
• Analytics providers (to understand site traffic)
• Email providers (if you subscribe or contact us)
• Embedded media platforms (e.g., video players)

 

These providers only process data on our instructions and for the purposes described in this Policy.

 

6. Cookies, Analytics, and Tracking

 

Cookies are small files stored on your device. We may use:

 

• Essential cookies (required for the Website to function properly)
• Performance/analytics cookies (help us measure visits and improve content)

 

When required by law, we will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies.

 

You can control cookies via your browser settings and, where available, the Website’s cookie banner/preferences.

 

7. Embedded Content (YouTube, Social Platforms, etc.)

 

Pages on our Website may include embedded content (for example, videos).
Embedded content from other websites behaves as if you visited the other website directly,
and those platforms may collect data, use cookies, or track interactions.

 

We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party platforms you interact with.

 

8. International Transfers

 

Depending on the tools and providers we use, your data may be processed outside your country.

Where applicable, we take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers.

 

9. Data Retention

 

We keep personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described:

 

• Messages/support requests: retained as needed to respond and keep records
• Newsletter subscription data: retained until you unsubscribe
• Analytics data: retained according to provider settings and reasonable operational needs
• Legal/security logs: retained for a limited period to ensure safety and compliance

 

10. Security

 

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data.
However, no online service can guarantee absolute security.

 

11. Your Rights (LGPD / GDPR and other laws)

 

Depending on your location, you may have rights such as:

 

• Access to your personal data
• Correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion of data (with legal exceptions)
• Objection or restriction of processing
• Withdrawal of consent (when processing is based on consent)
• Data portability (where applicable)

 

To exercise your rights, contact us using the details below.

 

12. Children’s Privacy

 

Our Website is not intended for children. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

 

13. Changes to This Policy

 

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

 

14. Contact

 

For privacy requests or questions, contact:
Email: contact@cqcircuitfestival.com
Website: cqcircuitfestival.com