Privacy Policy

Banjara Cinema / Banjara International Touring Film Festival (BITFF)

Operated by MPLUS GROUP LLC, California, United States

 

Last Updated: [17-Jan-2026]

 

 

1. INTRODUCTION

 

This Privacy Policy describes how MPLUS GROUP LLC (“Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects information when you access or use the Banjara Cinema website, the Banjara International Touring Film Festival (BITFF), and related digital platforms (collectively, the “Service”).

 

By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

 

 

1. INTERPRETATION AND DEFINITIONS

 

Company means MPLUS GROUP LLC, California, United States.

Website means www.banjaracinema.com and associated BITFF pages.

Service means the Website and related digital services.

Personal Data means any information relating to an identifiable individual.

Usage Data means data collected automatically through use of the Service.

You means the individual or legal entity accessing or using the Service.

 

 

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

 

3.1 Personal Data

 

While using our Service, we may collect limited personally identifiable information, including but not limited to:

 

• Name

• Email address

• Country of residence

• Film-related information (film title, synopsis, category, poster, trailer links)

• Information submitted via FilmFreeway or other authorized submission platforms

 

BITFF does not collect or store payment or financial information directly on its website.

 

3.2 Usage Data

 

Usage Data is collected automatically and may include:

 

• Internet Protocol (IP) address

• Browser type and version

• Pages visited and time spent

• Device identifiers and diagnostic data

 

 

1. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

 

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

 

• Enable essential website functionality

• Improve user experience

• Analyze website usage

 

You may control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Refusing cookies may limit certain features of the Service.

 

 

1. FILM SUBMISSIONS VIA FILMFREEWAY

 

Film submissions to BITFF are processed through FilmFreeway, an independent third-party platform.

 

BITFF does not control FilmFreeway’s data handling practices. Filmmakers are encouraged to review FilmFreeway’s Privacy Policy before submitting.

 

Information provided via FilmFreeway may be accessed by BITFF solely for festival administration, programming, acknowledgment, and communication purposes.

 

 

1. USE OF INFORMATION

 

The Company may use Personal Data for the following purposes:

 

• Festival administration and communication

• Submission review, selection, and jury processes

• Festival programming, awards, touring consideration, and archival records

• Display of film-related information for acknowledgment purposes

• Curated promotional acknowledgment on BITFF’s website and official social media platforms

• Improving the Service and user experience

 

 

1. SUBMISSIONS SHOWCASE AND PROMOTIONAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT

 

BITFF may display a film’s poster, title, and basic information as part of its Submissions Showcase and curated digital acknowledgments.

 

Such display is for informational and acknowledgment purposes only and does not imply:

 

• Official selection

• Screening

• Touring invitation

• Nomination or award recognition

 

All rights to submitted films and promotional materials remain with the respective filmmakers and rights holders.

 

Filmmakers may request exclusion from the Submissions Showcase by contacting BITFF.

 

 

1. SOCIAL MEDIA AND EXTERNAL PLATFORMS

 

BITFF maintains official social media accounts for announcements and curated acknowledgments.

 

Engagement on third-party platforms is governed by the respective platform’s privacy policies. BITFF is not responsible for third-party data handling practices.

 

 

1. DATA SHARING

 

The Company does not sell or rent personal data.

 

Personal information may be shared only in the following situations:

 

• With service providers assisting festival operations

• With jury members or partners where relevant

• To comply with legal obligations

• In connection with business transfers such as mergers or restructuring

 

 

1. DATA RETENTION

 

Personal Data is retained only for as long as necessary for festival operations, legal compliance, dispute resolution, and enforcement of policies.

 

Usage Data is retained for internal analysis and security purposes.

 

 

1. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

 

Your information may be processed or stored outside your state or country, including in the United States.

 

By using the Service, you consent to such transfers in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

 

 

1. YOUR RIGHTS

 

You may request to:

 

• Access your personal data

• Correct or update information

• Request deletion or exclusion from acknowledgments

 

Requests can be made by contacting BITFF. Certain data may be retained where legally required.

 

 

1. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

 

The Service does not address individuals under the age of 13.

 

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If such data is discovered, it will be removed promptly.

 

 

1. SECURITY

 

We use commercially reasonable measures to protect Personal Data. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

 

 

1. LINKS TO OTHER WEBSITES

 

The Service may contain links to third-party websites. BITFF is not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of external websites.

 

 

1. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

 

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

 

Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

 

 

1. CONTACT

 

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at:

 

Email: contact@banjaracinema.com