Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 11/25/2025

Next Scene NY (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, interact with our social platforms, or participate in any programs, events, or services offered by Next Scene NY.

By accessing or using our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

A. Personal Information You Provide

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Sign up for newsletters or mailing lists

  • Register for classes, auditions, programs, or events

  • Make a donation or purchase

  • Contact us directly

This information may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

  • Payment information (processed securely through third-party services)

  • Age or date of birth (only when required for eligibility)

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Pages visited & browsing behavior

  • Cookies and tracking technologies

This data helps us improve user experience and site performance.

C. Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from:

  • Payment processors

  • Social media platforms (if you interact with us there)

  • Event ticketing systems

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and improve our programs, classes, and events

  • Communicate updates, confirmations, and announcements

  • Respond to inquiries and support requests

  • Process registrations, donations, and payments

  • Personalize your experience on our website

  • Maintain safety, compliance, and record-keeping

We do not sell your personal information.

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information only with:

  • Service Providers (payment processors, email platforms, website hosting)

  • Legal Authorities if required to comply with applicable laws

  • Internal Staff and Volunteers who need access to run programs safely

We do not share personal information with advertisers, data brokers, or unrelated third parties.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Analyze website traffic

  • Improve functionality

  • Remember preferences

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.

5. Data Security

We use industry-standard physical, administrative, and technical safeguards to protect your data.
However, no online system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

6. Children’s Privacy

Next Scene NY does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.
If you believe we have collected such information, contact us immediately and we will delete it.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your state or country, you may have rights such as:

  • Accessing the data we hold about you

  • Requesting correction or deletion

  • Opting out of marketing emails

  • Withdrawing consent

To exercise your rights, contact us at: [Insert Contact Email]

8. Links to Third-Party Websites

Our website or social pages may contain links to third-party sites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external platforms.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time.
Revisions will be posted with a new Effective Date. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used, please contact:

Next Scene NY
Email: nextsceneny@gmail.com
Website: nextsceneny.org