1. Introduction

Texas Film Scene ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website located at texasfilmscene.com (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our Service.

By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not access or use the Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

Account information: name, email address, username, and password when you register for an account.
Profile information: biography, headshot or avatar, location, skills, experience, and other details you choose to add to your profile.
Content you create: posts, comments, forum threads, casting call listings, and messages.
Communications: information you provide when you contact us for support or feedback.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Usage data: pages visited, features used, time spent on pages, and referring URLs.
Device information: browser type, operating system, and device type.
Log data: IP address, access times, and error logs.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide, maintain, and improve the Service.
Create and manage your account.
Connect you with other professionals in the Texas entertainment industry.
Send you transactional emails (e.g., account verification, password resets) and, with your consent, promotional communications.
Monitor and analyze usage trends to improve user experience.
Detect, prevent, and address technical issues or abuse.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:

Public profile data: your profile information (name, bio, skills, avatar) is visible to other users and the public as part of the Service's directory and community features.
Service providers: we may share data with third-party vendors who assist us in operating the Service (e.g., hosting, email delivery, analytics).
Legal requirements: we may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal process.
Business transfers: in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal or legitimate business purposes.

6. Security

We implement commercially reasonable security measures to protect your information, including encryption in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you.
Request correction of inaccurate information.
Request deletion of your personal information.
Object to or restrict certain processing of your data.
Export your data in a portable format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at support@texasfilmscene.com.

8. Cookies

We use essential cookies to keep you signed in and remember your preferences. We do not use third-party advertising cookies. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

9. Third-Party Links

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.

10. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

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

Texas Film Scene
Email: support@texasfilmscene.com