Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1 March 2026

1. Introduction

World Publications Awards (“WPA”, “we”, “us”, “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we store and protect it, and your rights regarding your information. By using www.worldpublicationsawards.com, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information Collected From Voters

When you vote, we may collect:

  • Name (if provided through payment processor)
  • Email address (if provided)
  • Country
  • IP address
  • Device and browser information
  • Payment transaction details (transaction ID, amount, time)
  • Nominee voted for

We do not store full credit card numbers. Payments are processed by third-party providers (e.g., PayPal or Stripe).

2.2 Information Collected From Nominees
  • Name and surname
  • Publication or organization name
  • Profile description
  • Country represented
  • Website URL
  • Social media links
  • Logo or profile image
  • Public biography information
  • Payout details (for distributing $1.50 per vote)

Nominees are responsible for ensuring submitted information is accurate.

2.3 Automatically Collected Information
  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device type
  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on site
  • Referring URL

3. How We Use Your Information

  • Process paid votes
  • Allocate $1.50 per vote to nominees
  • Prevent fraud or vote manipulation
  • Display public vote numbers
  • Improve website functionality
  • Respond to inquiries
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Send updates (if subscribed)

We do not sell personal data.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

  • Performance of a contract (processing votes)
  • Legitimate interests (fraud prevention, platform security)
  • Legal compliance
  • Consent (for marketing communications where required)

5. Public Information Display

The following nominee information is publicly displayed:

  • Name
  • Category
  • Country
  • Profile description
  • Vote numbers
  • Percentage ranking

By accepting nomination, nominees consent to this public display.

6. Payments & Financial Data

Payments are processed by third-party providers. We may receive transaction confirmation, payment status, voter country, and transaction ID. We do not control how third-party processors handle your data.

7. International Data Transfers

Because WPA operates globally, your information may be processed or stored outside your country. We take reasonable steps to ensure adequate protection standards are maintained.

8. Data Retention

  • Retained for the duration of the 2026 Awards (1 April – 31 August 2026)
  • Retained as required for tax, accounting, or legal obligations
  • Retained to prevent fraud and chargebacks

After this period, data may be deleted or anonymized unless legally required to retain it.

9. Security Measures

  • SSL encryption
  • Secure payment gateways
  • Restricted administrative access
  • Fraud monitoring tools

No internet transmission is 100% secure.

10. Your Rights

  • Access your personal information
  • Request correction
  • Request deletion
  • Object to processing
  • Withdraw consent
  • Lodge a complaint with a regulatory authority

Requests can be sent to: hello@worldpublicationsawards.com

11. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies for website functionality, fraud prevention, analytics, and performance monitoring. You may disable cookies in your browser settings.

12. Children’s Privacy

The Platform is not directed at children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

13. Fraud Prevention & Vote Integrity

  • Monitor IP addresses
  • Track unusual voting patterns
  • Use anti-bot technology
  • Invalidate suspicious votes

Such monitoring may involve automated decision-making.

14. Nominee Financial Data

  • Used solely for distributing vote funds
  • Stored securely
  • Not publicly displayed

Nominees are responsible for tax compliance in their jurisdiction.

15. Third-Party Links

Nominee profiles may include links to external websites and social media. We are not responsible for third-party privacy practices.

16. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. The updated version will be published on the website with a revised effective date. Continued use of the Platform indicates acceptance of updates.

17. Contact Information

World Publications Awards
Website: www.worldpublicationsawards.com
Email: hello@worldpublicationsawards.com
Operating Jurisdiction: Commonwealth of Australia