Privacy & Cookies Policy

NÉA TÉCHNI Award

Last updated: 2026

1. Introduction

NÉA TÉCHNI Award (“NT”, “we”, “us”, “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy & Cookies Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, participate in our events, submit applications, or make payments.

NÉA TÉCHNI Award was originally founded in Cyprus and, as of 2026, operates from New York City, USA, while remaining an international award.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

  • Identity Information: name, surname, nationality

  • Contact Information: email address

  • Professional Information: artist biography, portfolio materials, statements, curatorial texts

  • Application Data: submissions made through award forms

  • Payment Information: transaction-related data processed securely by third-party providers

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, cookies

We do not directly store or process credit card details.

3. How We Collect Information

Your data is collected when you:

  • submit an application or form via Tally

  • make a payment via Stripe

  • subscribe to communications

  • browse our website (via cookies and analytics)

4. Use of Third-Party Services

Stripe (Payments)

Payments on our website are processed by Stripe, a secure third-party payment provider. Stripe may collect and process payment-related data in accordance with its own privacy policy.

🔗 https://stripe.com/privacy

Tally (Forms)

We use Tally to manage application and submission forms. Data submitted through Tally is processed securely and only for purposes related to the award.

🔗 https://tally.so/help/privacy-policy

NÉA TÉCHNI Award is not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party services.

5. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data to:

  • manage award applications and selections

  • communicate with participants, jurors, and partners

  • process payments and confirm submissions

  • organize exhibitions, festivals, and events

  • comply with legal and regulatory obligations

Your data will never be sold or used for unrelated commercial purposes.

6. Legal Basis for Processing

Depending on your location, we process your data based on:

  • your consent

  • performance of a contract (e.g. award participation)

  • legitimate interests related to cultural and artistic activities

  • compliance with legal obligations

7. Data Protection & International Transfers

As an international organization, your data may be transferred and stored outside your country of residence, including the United States and the European Union. We take appropriate measures to ensure your data remains protected in accordance with applicable laws, including GDPR and US privacy regulations.

8. Cookies Policy

Our website uses cookies to:

  • ensure proper functionality

  • analyze traffic and usage patterns

  • improve user experience

Cookies may be essential, functional, or analytical. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • access your personal data

  • request correction or deletion

  • withdraw consent

  • restrict or object to processing

  • request data portability

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below.

10. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including legal, administrative, and archival requirements related to the award.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy & Cookies Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

12. Contact

For privacy-related inquiries, please contact:

NÉA TÉCHNI Award
📧 Email: umit@neatechni.com