Music Producers Guild Awards Ltd ("we", "us", "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use and protect your personal information when you:
- visit the Music Producers Guild Awards website
- purchase event tickets
- submit award entries
- attend our events
- contact us directly
1. Who We Are
Music Producers Guild Awards Ltd is the data controller responsible for your personal data.
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal information:
Identity Data
- name
- job title
- company name
Contact Data
- email address
- phone number (if provided)
Transaction Data
- ticket purchases
- award entry submissions
- payment confirmations
Event Data
- event attendance information
- table booking details
- guest names where provided
Technical Data
When visiting our website we may collect:
- IP address
- browser type
- device information
- website usage information
3. How We Collect Your Data
- register or submit an award entry
- purchase event tickets or tables
- subscribe to event updates
- contact us by email or through the website
- interact with our website
Some data may also be collected automatically through website analytics tools.
4. How We Use Your Personal Data
We use personal data to:
- process award submissions
- process ticket and table bookings
- communicate important event information
- administer and deliver the Music Producers Guild Awards
- respond to enquiries
- send updates relating to the Event or future editions
- improve our website and services
5. Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR we rely on the following legal bases:
- Contract: Processing necessary to fulfil ticket purchases or award entries.
- Legitimate Interests: To operate and promote the Music Producers Guild Awards and communicate with attendees and entrants.
- Consent: Where you have opted in to receive marketing communications.
6. Marketing Communications
We may send you information about:
- The Music Producers Guild Awards
- future events
- entry deadlines
- ticket releases
You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by using the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us at mpg_events@mpg.org.uk .
7. Sharing Your Data
We may share your personal data with trusted service providers where necessary to operate the Event, including:
- ticketing platforms
- award entry platforms
- payment processors
- website hosting providers
- event production partners
These providers are only permitted to process personal data on our behalf and must keep it secure. We do not sell your personal data to third parties.
8. Photography and Event Media
Photography and video recording may take place at the Music Producers Guild Awards. Images and footage may be used for:
- event coverage
- promotional materials
- marketing content
- social media
If you appear in an image published by Music Producers Guild Awards Ltd and would prefer it to be removed, contact mpg_events@mpg.org.uk. Requests will be reviewed and images removed where reasonably possible.
9. Nominee and Entrant Publicity
By submitting an award entry you agree that Music Producers Guild Awards Ltd may publish the name of the entrant, company name and entry title if shortlisted or selected as a winner. This information may be used in event programmes, websites, press releases, marketing materials, and other promotional content.
10. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:
- administer the awards
- manage event participation
- comply with legal and financial obligations
Where possible, data will be securely deleted once no longer required.
11. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data from:
- unauthorised access
- accidental loss
- misuse or disclosure
12. Your Data Protection Rights
Under UK data protection law you have the right to:
- request access to your personal data
- request correction of inaccurate data
- request deletion of your data
- object to processing of your data
- request restriction of processing
- request transfer of your data
To exercise these rights please contact mpg_events@mpg.org.uk .
13. Cookies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and analyse website traffic. You can control cookie settings through your browser.
14. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect legal or operational changes. The latest version will always be available on the Music Producers Guild Awards website.
15. Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal data is handled, please contact: