Privacy Policy

1. General Provisions

This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, used, stored, and protected by the World Association of PMU Artists (WAPMUA), hereinafter referred to as “WAPMUA”, “we”, “our”, or “the Association.”

We respect the privacy rights of users and aim to process personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable.

This Privacy Policy applies to all users who visit, use, or interact with the website:

https://wapmua.com

For privacy-related questions or requests, users may contact:

hello@wapmua.com

2. Personal Data We May Collect

We may collect personal data that users voluntarily submit through the website, including through contact forms, championship registration forms, membership-related forms, or other official submission forms.

Such data may include:

• full name;

• email address;

• phone number;

• country and city;

• Instagram handle or other professional profile information;

• professional information voluntarily provided by the user;

• any other information submitted through forms on the website.

We only collect personal data that users voluntarily provide or that is technically collected through normal website operation, cookies, or analytics tools where applicable.

3. Purposes of Data Processing

Personal data may be collected and processed for the following purposes:

• responding to inquiries, messages, and requests;

• processing championship registrations and participation requests;

• processing membership-related or recognition-related submissions;

• communicating official information about WAPMUA activities, championships, memberships, recognitions, or related services;

• administering and organizing events, registrations, and official internal processes;

• improving website functionality, administration, and user experience;

• maintaining internal records related to official WAPMUA operations;

• sending informational or promotional communications where the user has provided consent or where such communication is otherwise permitted.

We do not use personal data for purposes incompatible with those described in this Privacy Policy.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Where applicable, personal data may be processed on one or more of the following legal bases:

• the user’s consent;

• performance of a contract or taking steps prior to entering into a contract;

• compliance with legal obligations;

• legitimate interests pursued by WAPMUA, provided that such interests do not override the rights and freedoms of the user.

5. Submission of Personal Data

By submitting personal data through the website, the user confirms that:

• the submitted information is accurate and complete to the best of their knowledge;

• the information is submitted voluntarily;

• WAPMUA may use the information for administrative, communication, registration, organizational, and other official purposes consistent with this Privacy Policy and the WAPMUA system.

WAPMUA reserves the right to disregard, suspend, or reject submissions containing false, incomplete, misleading, or inappropriate information.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent personal data.

Personal data may be shared only where necessary and appropriate, including:

• with trusted service providers involved in the operation of the website, such as hosting providers, payment systems, email services, technical support providers, or analytics tools;

• with official organizers, partners, or representatives acting within the WAPMUA framework where necessary for championship administration, communication, or official organizational purposes;

• where required by law, legal process, court order, or competent authority;

• where the user has given consent;

• where necessary to protect the legitimate interests, rights, safety, or integrity of WAPMUA.

Where third parties process personal data on our behalf, they are expected to comply with applicable privacy and data protection requirements.

7. International Data Transfers

Because WAPMUA operates internationally, personal data may be processed, accessed, or stored outside the user’s country of residence, including in the European Union, the United States, or other jurisdictions where WAPMUA, its service providers, or its officially authorized partners operate.

Where applicable, WAPMUA seeks to ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect personal data in accordance with applicable law.

8. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including for administrative, communication, legal, record-keeping, championship-related, membership-related, and official organizational purposes.

Some personal data may be retained for a longer period where required by law, necessary for the protection of legitimate interests, or necessary to maintain official records of WAPMUA activities, registrations, recognitions, or decisions.

9. User Rights

Where applicable under relevant law, users may have the right to:

• request access to their personal data;

• request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data;

• request deletion of their personal data;

• withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent;

• object to or request restriction of certain processing;

• request data portability where applicable.

To exercise any of these rights, users may contact:

hello@wapmua.com

WAPMUA reserves the right to verify the identity of the person making such a request where necessary.

10. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures designed to protect personal data against unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, disclosure, or loss.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet and no method of electronic storage is completely secure. Therefore, while we take appropriate steps to protect personal data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Cookies and Analytics

The website may use cookies and similar technologies to ensure proper functionality, improve website performance, and better understand user interaction with the website.

Cookies may include:

• essential cookies required for website operation;

• functional cookies;

• analytics-related technologies where applicable.

Users may control or disable cookies through their browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Where analytics or similar tools are used, they are used for website improvement, performance monitoring, and understanding general usage patterns.

12. Third-Party Services and External Links

The website may rely on third-party services such as hosting platforms, email systems, payment systems, analytics tools, or embedded technical solutions.

The website may also contain links to third-party websites or services. WAPMUA is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of third-party websites or services.

Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of such third-party services separately where relevant.

13. Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for children under the age of 18.

WAPMUA does not knowingly collect personal data from children through the website. If we become aware that personal data has been submitted by a child in violation of applicable rules, we may take steps to delete such information.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

WAPMUA reserves the right to update, revise, or modify this Privacy Policy at any time.

The version published on the website at the time of access shall be considered the current version.

Continued use of the website after changes to this Privacy Policy are published constitutes acknowledgment of the updated version.

15. Contact

For all privacy-related questions, requests, or notices, please contact:

hello@wapmua.com