Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy for QueerArtsFest.com
Effective Date: May 19, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how Drag Me to the Stage LLC ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, shares, and protects information you provide when using our website, www.queerartsfest.com ("Website"). By using this Website, you agree to the practices described below.
1. Who We Are
QueerArtsFest.com is the official website for the Rochester Queer Arts Festival, which is produced and managed by Drag Me to the Stage LLC, a New York–based entertainment and event production company.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal and non-personal information:
A. Information You Provide
When you interact with our Website, such as when you:
Apply to be an artist, vendor, performer, or volunteer
Submit to the Student Gallery or Poster Contest
Sign up for our newsletter
Make a donation or sponsorship inquiry
Contact us directly
You may provide:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Business or organization name
Mailing address
Website or social media handles
Any other details you voluntarily submit
B. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our Website, we may automatically collect:
Your IP address
Browser and device information
Pages viewed and time spent
Referral source
Cookies and other tracking technologies
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Review and respond to artist, vendor, and sponsor applications
Communicate updates about the Festival and related events
Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
Analyze website traffic and user behavior to improve our Website
Send marketing and promotional emails (only with your consent)
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share your information with:
Service providers that help us operate the Website (such as web hosting or email newsletter services)
Payment processors (when applicable)
Government or legal authorities if required by law or to protect our rights
All service providers are contractually required to keep your data secure and only use it for the purposes we specify.
5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking tools to enhance your experience and monitor site performance. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, though some Website features may not function properly as a result.
6. Email Communications
You may opt in to receive emails from us about the Queer Arts Festival, opportunities, and events. You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link at the bottom of our emails or contacting us directly.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your information, but no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
8. Children's Privacy
Our Website is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from minors without parental consent. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us and we will remove it.
9. External Links
This Website may contain links to other sites not controlled by Drag Me to the Stage LLC. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
10. Your Rights & Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
Access or update your personal data
Request deletion of your data
Withdraw consent for marketing communications
To exercise these rights, please contact us at tim@dragmetothestage.com.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Effective Date” at the top. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is used, please contact:
Tim Evanicki
Co-Owner & COO
Drag Me to the Stage LLC
Email: tim@dragmetothestage.com
Phone: 321-299-7464