This Privacy Policy describes how Miss Universe United Arab Emirates (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects the personal information provided by participants during the registration process for the Miss Universe UAE event (the “Event”).

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following personal data as part of the registration process:

• Full name
• Date of birth
• Nationality and residency information
• Contact details (email address, phone number)
• Photographs, videos, and other likeness-related media
• Any additional information required to assess eligibility for the Event

2. How We Use Your Personal Data

We process the personal data collected to:

• Register you for the Event
• Confirm your eligibility and compliance with Event criteria
• Communicate with you regarding updates, scheduling, and logistics related to the Event
• Facilitate event management and promotional activities
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

3. Data Confidentiality

We are committed to safeguarding the confidentiality of your personal information. Access to your data will be limited to authorized personnel within our organization and third-party service providers directly involved in organizing the Event. These third-party service providers will only process your data on our behalf and according to our instructions.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no data transmission over the internet or any wireless network can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. Therefore, while we strive to protect your personal data, you acknowledge that you provide such data at your own risk.

5. Sharing of Personal Data

We will not share your personal information with any third parties except:

• When required by law or in response to legal processes
• For legitimate business purposes in connection with the Event, such as working with third-party service providers (e.g., event managers, PR agencies)
• With your consent for any other purpose

6. Retention of Data

Your personal data will only be retained for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. Once your data is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.

7. Your Rights

Under the laws of the UAE, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction or deletion of your data if it is incorrect or incomplete
• Object to the processing of your data in certain circumstances

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected]

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we will notify you of any significant changes via email or the contact information provided.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at [email protected]