Privacy Policy

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Introduction

The Qatar Comedy Festival (QCF) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains how QCF and its authorized partners collect, use, store, and safeguard your data when you register, purchase tickets, or participate in any event under the QCF umbrella.

By using our website, registration forms, or ticketing platforms, you consent to the collection and use of your data in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

From Event Attendees:

• Full name 
• Email address and mobile number
• Payment information (processed securely via third-party ticketing platforms such as Platinumlist or Virgin Tickets) 
• Event preferences or survey responses 
• Photos or videos taken during events (for promotional purposes)
   

From Event Organizers and Performers:

• Company or personal identification details (CR, QID, or passport copy
• Contact information
• Event and performance details
• Bank or payment details (for settlements and revenue sharing)
   

How We Use Your Information

Your data is used strictly for the following purposes:

• To process event registrations, ticket sales, and payments
• To send event confirmations, updates, or changes
• To enhance festival communication and marketing efforts
• To ensure compliance with local laws and festival regulations
• To promote QCF events, including sharing photos or short clips on official platforms
   

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to any third parties.

Data Sharing and Third Parties

We may share limited data with:

• Official ticketing partners (e.g., Platinumlist, Virgin Megastore Tickets) to process transactions and issue tickets
• Venue partners for security and guest verification
• Government authorities, if legally required under Qatari law
• Marketing and media partners, solely for approved QCF promotional campaigns
   

All partners are bound by strict confidentiality and data protection agreements.

Data Storage and Security

• QCF employs secure servers, encrypted communication channels, and access controls to protect your data.
• Personal data is stored only for as long as necessary to fulfill its purpose or meet legal obligations.
• In case of a data breach, QCF will take immediate corrective action and notify affected parties where applicable.
   

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data held by QCF
• Request correction or deletion of your information
• Withdraw consent for receiving marketing communications
• Request clarification on how your data is used
   

Requests can be made in writing to:
📧 privacy@qatarcomedyfestival.qa

Event Photography and Media

By attending a QCF event, you acknowledge that photography and videography may occur.
QCF reserves the right to use such media for promotional and archival purposes across social media, print, and digital platforms.
If you do not wish to appear in official materials, please inform the event team at the venue entrance.

Cookies and Online Data

Our website and ticketing platforms may use cookies and analytics tools to:

• Improve user experience
• Track site performance
• Analyze audience engagement

You may disable cookies via your browser settings; however, some features may not function properly as a result.

International Data Transfers

In some cases, your data may be processed or stored by service providers located outside Qatar.
QCF ensures that any international data transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and use secure, authorized processors.

Updates to This Policy

QCF reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time.
Changes will be posted on the official website, and the latest revision date will always be indicated below.

Last Updated: November 2025