Privacy Policy for Film Therapy Forum

At Film Therapy Forum, we are committed to maintaining the trust and confidence of our visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data.

Updated: February 2026

Who we are

Our website address is: https://filmtherapyforum.com. We provide a platform for exploring film as a tool for introspection and emotional growth through screenings and expert panels.

Information We Collect

We only collect information that is necessary to provide you with our services:

  • Newsletter Subscriptions: If you sign up for our “Updates” or newsletter, we collect your email address. This is used solely to send you information regarding upcoming events and forum news.
  • Contact Forms: If you contact us directly via the site, we collect your name and email address to respond to your inquiry.
  • Analytics: We use Google Tag Manager and Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our site (e.g., which pages are popular). This data is anonymized and does not identify you personally.

Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience:

  • Functional Cookies: These are necessary for the website to perform basic functions.
  • Analytical Cookies: We use these to track site traffic and usage patterns.
  • Third-Party Embeds: Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g., videos from YouTube or Vimeo). These websites may collect data about you and use cookies in accordance with their own privacy policies.

Data Retention

  • If you subscribe to our newsletter, we retain your email address until you choose to unsubscribe. You can do this at any time by clicking the link at the bottom of any email we send.
  • Administrative data and correspondence are kept for as long as necessary to provide the requested service or comply with legal obligations.

Who We Share Your Data With

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information with third parties. We only share data with service providers necessary to run our site (e.g., our email delivery service and Google Analytics).

Your Rights Over Your Data

You have the right to:

  • Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Request that we erase any personal data we hold (e.g., removing your email from our newsletter list).
  • Withdraw consent at any time.

Future Updates

As Film Therapy Forum grows, we may introduce guest authors or community features. We will update this policy accordingly to reflect any changes in how data is handled.

Contact Information

For any privacy-related questions, please contact us via the contact methods provided on our website.