We the Living Movie Privacy Policy
We The Living Restoration Project, Duncan Scott Productions (“We,” “Our,” “Company”) sponsor the official website wethelivingmovie.com and are committed to protecting your privacy through our adherence to this policy.
This policy describes the types of information we may collect from you, or that you may provide when you visit our Website, and details our practices for collecting, using, maintaining, protecting, and disclosing that information.
This policy applies to information we collect:
- On this Website; and
- In email, text, and other electronic messages exchanged between you and us.
This policy does not apply to information collected by:
- Us offline or through any other means, including on any other website operated by our Company or by any third party; or
- Any third party, including through any application or content that may link to, or be accessible from, our Website.
Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your information and how we will treat it. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Website. By accessing or using our Website, you agree to this privacy policy. This policy may be updated from time to time. Your continued use of this Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes, so we encourage you to check the policy periodically for updates.
Children Under the Age of 16
Our Website is not intended for children under 16 years of age. No one under age 16 may provide any information to or on the Website. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are under 16, please do not use or provide any information on this Website or through any of its features, including by registering, making purchases, or contacting us through forms or emails.
If we discover that we have inadvertently collected or received personal information from a child under 16 without verified parental consent, we will delete that information as soon as possible. If you believe we might have any information from or about a child under 16, please contact us at info@wethelivingmovie.com.
Information We Collect About You and How We Collect It
We collect several types of information from and about users of our Website, including:
- Personal Information – Information by which you may be personally identified, such as your name, postal address, e-mail address, telephone number, or any other identifier that can be used to contact you online or offline;
- Non-identifying Information – Data about you that does not identify you individually;
- Technical Information – Details about your internet connection, the equipment you use to access our Website, and your usage patterns.
We collect this information in the following ways:
- Directly from you when you provide it to us (e.g., filling out a form or emailing us);
- Automatically as you navigate the Website (e.g., usage data, IP addresses, browser details, and tracking technologies like cookies or web beacons);
- From third parties, such as partners or service providers we collaborate with.
Information You Provide to Us
The information we collect through our Website may include:
- Data you submit by completing forms, including when you request information, sign up for newsletters, or register for updates or promotions;
- Records of correspondence if you contact us directly (e.g., via email or contact forms);
- Survey responses, when you choose to participate;
- Search queries conducted on our Website.
You may also choose to provide content for public display or transmission to other users or third parties via our Website (“User Contributions”). Please be aware that any User Contributions are shared at your own risk. While we may restrict access to certain areas, no security system is completely secure. Additionally, we cannot control how others might use or share content you post. As such, we cannot guarantee that your User Contributions will not be viewed or accessed by unauthorized individuals.
Information We Collect Through Automatic Data Collection Technologies
As you navigate and interact with our Website, we may use automatic data collection technologies to gather information about your equipment, browsing activity, and usage patterns, including:
- Details of your visits to our Website, such as traffic data, location data, logs, and resources accessed;
- Information about your device and internet connection, including your IP address, operating system, and browser type.
This data may include personal information, or may be associated with other information we collect about you or receive from third parties. These technologies help us improve our Website and deliver a more customized user experience by:
- Estimating audience size and usage trends;
- Storing your preferences to personalize your experience;
- Speeding up your searches;
- Recognizing you upon return visits.
The technologies we may use include:
- Cookies (browser cookies): Small files stored on your device. You may refuse cookies by adjusting your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain parts of the Website. If you do not change your settings, cookies will be issued when you access the site.
- Flash Cookies: Certain site features may use Flash cookies (also known as local stored objects) to retain preferences and usage data. Flash cookie settings are separate from browser cookies and must be managed through Adobe Flash settings.
- Web Beacons: Our pages and emails may contain small graphics (also called clear gifs, pixel tags, or single-pixel gifs) that allow us to track user engagement, such as counting visitors or tracking email opens.
We use third-party tools such as Facebook Pixel and Google Analytics to better understand user behavior and improve the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns. These tools may collect information about your interactions with our Website, such as which pages you visit and which links you click. This information may be used to show you relevant advertisements on other websites or platforms, a practice known as cross-context behavioral advertising.
These third parties may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to collect data directly from your device and browser. This activity may be considered a “share” of personal information under the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).
California residents may choose to opt out of this type of data sharing by contacting us at info@wethelivingmovie.com.
Third-Party Use of Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Some content or applications on our Website may be delivered by third parties. These third parties may use cookies or similar technologies—alone or combined with other tracking tools—to collect information about your interaction with our Website.
They may gather information linked to your personal data or track your activity across websites over time. This data may be used to provide targeted content or advertising tailored to your interests.
We do not control third-party tracking technologies or how they may be used. If you have questions about an advertisement or other targeted content, we recommend contacting the responsible provider directly.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect from or about you, including personal information, for the following purposes:
- To present our Website and its content to you;
- To respond to your inquiries or fulfill requests for information;
- To provide updates, promotions, or news related to the film We the Living;
- To notify you of changes to our Website or policies;
- To enable your participation in any interactive or public features we may offer;
- In any other manner described when the information is provided;
- For any other purpose with your consent.
If you prefer not to receive communications from us, you may opt out at any time by contacting us at info@wethelivingmovie.com.
Disclosure of Your Information
We may disclose aggregated information about our users, and other information that does not identify any individual, without restriction.
We may disclose personal information that we collect or that you provide as described in this privacy policy:
- To contractors, service providers, and other third parties we use to support our operations, provided they are bound by contractual obligations to keep your information confidential and use it only for the purpose for which we disclose it;
- To fulfill the purpose for which you provide it;
- For any other purpose disclosed by us when you provide the information;
- With your consent.
We may also disclose your personal information:
- To comply with legal obligations, including any court order, law, or legal process, or in response to a request from a governmental or regulatory body;
- To enforce our agreements and policies;
If we believe disclosure is necessary or appropriate to protect the rights, property, or safety of We the Living Restoration Project, Duncan Scott Productions, our staff, users, or others. This may include sharing information with organizations for purposes such as fraud prevention or cybersecurity.
Choices About How We Use and Disclose Your Information
We aim to provide you with choices regarding how we use and disclose the information you share with us. The following options may be available:
Tracking Technologies and Cookies:
You can configure your browser to reject all or some browser cookies or to alert you when cookies are being placed. For more information on managing Flash cookies, visit Adobe’s Flash player settings page. Please note that disabling cookies may limit your ability to access certain features of the Website.
Promotional Communications:
If you do not wish to have your email address used to receive promotional messages from us regarding We the Living or related projects, you can opt out at any time by emailing us at info@wethelivingmovie.com with your request. If you’ve received a promotional email, you can also reply and request to be removed from future communications.
Third-Party Advertising and Tracking:
We do not control third-party tracking technologies that may be used to deliver interest-based advertising. However, many of these third parties offer tools to opt out of targeted advertising. You can learn more or opt out by visiting the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) opt-out page.
SMS Terms of Service
By opting into our SMS program, you agree to receive occasional text messages from We the Living Restoration Project, Duncan Scott Productions related to We the Living, including:
- Updates about the film’s restoration and release
- Screening announcements or invitations
- Merchandise availability
- New archival discoveries or behind-the-scenes content
- Special messages from the producers or project team
You can opt out of the SMS service at any time by texting “STOP” to the number you received the message from. Once you send “STOP,” we will confirm your unsubscription via SMS. After that, you will no longer receive text messages from us. To rejoin, simply opt in again as you did originally.
If you experience any issues, reply “HELP” for assistance or contact us directly at info@wethelivingmovie.com.
Please note:
- Carriers are not responsible for delayed or undelivered messages.
- Standard message and data rates may apply for both sent and received texts.
- We strive to ensure that message frequency is not excessive or intrusive. Messages will be sent periodically based on relevant news or releases related to We the Living.
For privacy-related concerns, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
For all additional support, contact us at info@wethelivingmovie.com. Thank you for supporting We the Living.
Accessing and Correcting Your Information
If you wish to review, update, or delete the personal information you have provided to us, you may do so by sending an email to info@wethelivingmovie.com. We will make reasonable efforts to respond to your request in a timely manner.
Please note, we may not be able to accommodate a request to change or delete information if we believe doing so would violate any legal obligation or result in incorrect records.
If you have posted any content to public areas of the Website (“User Contributions”), copies of that content may remain visible in cached or archived pages, or may have been copied by other users before deletion.
Changes to Our Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. When changes are made, we will post the updated policy on this page and update the “Last Revised” date at the top of the document. If we make material changes to how we handle your personal information, we will notify you through a notice on the Website home page.
It is your responsibility to ensure we have a current, active, and deliverable email address for you, and to check this page periodically for any updates.
California Privacy Rights (CCPA / CPRA)
If you are a California resident, you may have certain rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including the right to:
- Know the categories of personal information we collect and how we use it;
- Access specific pieces of personal information we hold about you;
- Request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal exceptions;
- Request correction of inaccurate personal information;
- Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information (note: We do not sell or share your personal data);
- Limit the use of sensitive personal information (note: We do not collect or use sensitive personal information for advertising or profiling purposes);
- Not be discriminated against for exercising any of your rights under the law.
To exercise any of these rights, please email us at info@wethelivingmovie.com. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling certain requests.
Non-Discrimination Policy
Duncan Scott Productions are committed to providing an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming environment for all individuals who interact with our organization—whether as supporters, collaborators, vendors, or members of the public.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity or orientation, age, disability, religion, or veteran status in any of our activities or communications, including but not limited to:
- Public events or screenings
- Volunteer opportunities
- Collaborations or professional relationships
- Communications and marketing materials
- Online interactions or engagement
We are also committed to nondiscrimination in all employment practices. All decisions regarding employment, contracting, or collaboration are made on the basis of merit, qualifications, and organizational needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or orientation, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.