Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Digital Design Guild (“we,” “our,” “us”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your information when you visit or interact with this website (the “Site”). By using the Site, you agree to the terms described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site immediately.

1. Information We Collect

Digital Design Guild collects information that you voluntarily provide through two primary methods: the “Submit Your Work” form and the contact page located at contact. This information may include your name, email address, links, project details, descriptions, images, attachments, and any additional content you choose to submit. We may also collect technical information automatically, such as IP addresses, browser types, device information, and general usage data for analytics and security purposes. This technical data cannot identify you personally unless combined with information you voluntarily provide.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information you submit to review and evaluate digital work, respond to inquiries, maintain internal records, and improve the Site’s features and functionality. Information submitted through the “Submit Your Work” form may be used for editorial review, award consideration, publication, or feature placement as described in our Terms & Conditions. When you contact us through the form at contact, your information is used exclusively to communicate with you and address your inquiry. We do not sell, rent, or distribute your information to third parties for marketing purposes.

3. Legal Basis for Data Processing

We process your information only when we have a valid legal basis to do so. This may include your consent when you submit a form, our legitimate interest in evaluating digital work and maintaining the Site, the necessity to respond to your inquiries, or compliance with applicable laws. By submitting information voluntarily, you authorize us to process and store that information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

4. How We Store and Protect Your Data

Digital Design Guild takes reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to safeguard your information against loss, unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. While no online platform can guarantee complete security, we are committed to protecting the information you provide. Your data is stored only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Policy or as required by law.

5. Your Rights Over Your Information

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights related to your personal information. These rights may include the ability to request access, correction, deletion, or restriction of your information, as well as the right to object to certain types of processing. To exercise any of these rights, you must submit your request through the contact page at contact. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe and take appropriate steps to verify your identity before fulfilling certain requests.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The Site may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and improve functionality. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help improve performance and remember your preferences. You may disable cookies at any time through your browser settings, although doing so may affect the functionality of certain features on the Site.

7. Third-Party Services and Links

The Site may include links to external websites or services for convenience or reference. Digital Design Guild does not control these third-party websites and is not responsible for their privacy practices or content. Any information you provide to third-party sites is governed by their respective policies. Accessing these links is at your own risk.

8. Submissions and Public Display of Information

When you submit your work through the Site, certain information—such as project titles, images, and descriptions—may be displayed publicly if your submission is selected for publication or features. By submitting your work, you consent to the use of your submission as outlined in our Terms & Conditions. Personal contact information submitted through forms is never published or shared publicly.

9. Children’s Privacy

Digital Design Guild is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18 without legal guardian consent. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe that information has been submitted by someone underage, please notify us immediately through the contact page at contact, and we will remove the information promptly.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update or revise this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. New versions will be posted on the Site and take effect immediately upon publication. Continued use of the Site after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, your data, or your rights, all inquiries must be submitted through the official contact page at contact. This is the only approved method for reaching Digital Design Guild regarding privacy or data-related matters.