Last Updated: March 25, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to the Department of Culture. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you engage with our services, participate in our programs, or visit our website.
By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We collect and process the following types of personal information:
- Personal Identifiable Information (PII): Name, phone number, mailing address, and other details provided when registering for programs, events, or cultural initiatives.
- Program & Event Participation Data: Records of involvement in cultural festivals, heritage programs, or artistic development initiatives.
- Website Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website, including IP addresses, browser types, pages visited, and duration of visits.
- Marketing Preferences: Your preferences regarding newsletters, promotional content, and event notifications.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for the following purposes:
- To manage event registrations, program participation, and cultural initiatives.
- To communicate with participants, cultural institutions, and heritage organizations.
- To improve our website functionality and user experience.
- To develop and promote cultural, artistic, and heritage programs.
- To comply with legal obligations and ensure transparency in cultural stewardship.
4. Information Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share your data in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With third-party partners who assist in delivering our services (e.g., event organizers, IT support, marketing platforms).
- Legal Compliance: If required by law, regulation, or legal request, or to protect the rights, safety, or property of the Department of Culture and its participants.
- Cultural & Heritage Partnerships: With museums, educational institutions, and arts organizations to foster collaboration and support Bermuda’s cultural development.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
6. Retention of Data
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.
7. Your Rights & Choices
You have the following rights concerning your personal data:
- Access & Correction: Request access to or correction of your personal information.
- Opt-Out of Marketing: Unsubscribe from promotional emails by contacting us directly.
- Deletion Request: Request the deletion of your personal information where applicable under the law.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at our office at 3rd Floor, Government Administration Building, 30 Parliament St., Hamilton, HM 12, Bermuda, or call 1-441-292-1681.
8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.
10. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Any modifications will be effective upon posting on our website.
11. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
- Department of Culture
- Address: 3rd Floor, Government Administration Building, 30 Parliament St., Hamilton, HM 12, Bermuda
- Phone: 1-441-292-1681
Thank you for supporting the Department of Culture. We are committed to protecting your privacy while fostering Bermuda’s cultural, artistic, and heritage development.
