Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 20 May 2025

1. Introduction
Welcome to the official website of *God’s Work* (“we”, “us”, “our”). Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website at www.godswork.com.
 
By using this website, you agree to the practices outlined below.

2. What Information We Collect
We may collect and store the following personal information:
 
- Contact details (e.g. name, email address) when you fill out forms such as:
- Newsletter sign-up
- Press or general inquiries
- Technical data such as:
- IP address, browser type, device type, referring pages
- Usage data via cookies and analytics (e.g. Google Analytics)
- Embedded media data from third-party sites (e.g. YouTube, Instagram), which may collect their own cookies and data.

3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data for the following purposes:
 
- To respond to inquiries
- To send email updates and newsletters (with your consent)
- To analyze website usage and improve our content and outreach
- To manage technical and security performance of the site

4. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to collect analytics data and enhance your browsing experience.
 
You can manage cookie settings through your browser. By continuing to use the website, you consent to our use of cookies.

5. Legal Basis for Processing
We rely on one or more of the following legal grounds:
 
- Your consent (e.g. when subscribing to the newsletter)
- Legitimate interests (e.g. analyzing website traffic)
- Legal obligations (e.g. compliance with POPIA or GDPR)

6. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your data with:
 
- Trusted third-party services (e.g. email platforms, analytics providers)
- Authorities, if required by law
 
These service providers process data in accordance with data protection laws and under confidentiality agreements.

7. International Users
As a global website, your data may be processed outside your country, including in countries that may not have the same data protection laws. We ensure adequate safeguards are in place where required by law (e.g. GDPR).

8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
 
- Access or request a copy of your personal data
- Ask us to correct or delete your data
- Withdraw consent at any time (e.g. unsubscribe from the newsletter)
- Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority
 
To exercise these rights, please email us at [info@amafrikafilms.com].

9. Data Retention
We only retain your data for as long as necessary for the purposes set out above or as required by law.

10. Security
We use industry-standard safeguards and Wix's secure infrastructure to protect your information. However, no method is 100% secure.

11. Third-Party Links
Our website may link to third-party sites or embed external content (e.g. videos, social feeds). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please refer to their privacy policies.

12. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on this page.

13. Contact Us
For any privacy-related questions or requests, please contact us at:
📧 [info@amafrikafilms.com]
🌐 www.godsworkthefilm.com

 
Terms of Use

Effective Date: 20 May 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using www.godswork.com (the “Website”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use this Website.

2. Use of Website
You may browse and use this Website for personal, non-commercial purposes only. You agree not to:
- Violate any applicable laws
- Post or transmit harmful, offensive, or illegal content
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the site or its infrastructure
- Use automated systems (e.g., bots or scrapers) to extract data

3. Intellectual Property
All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, videos, and branding, is the property of the creators of *God’s Work* or its licensors and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.
 
You may not reproduce, distribute, or exploit any content without prior written consent.

4. Third-Party Content
This Website may include links or embedded content from third parties (e.g. YouTube, social media). We do not endorse or control these external websites and are not responsible for their content or practices.

5. User Submissions
If you submit any comments, feedback, or materials through forms or contact pages, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free right to use that content for promotional and operational purposes related to the film.

6. Disclaimers
This Website is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that the content is accurate, complete, or up to date. Access to the Website may be interrupted or delayed from time to time.

7. Limitation of Liability
To the extent permitted by law, we are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of or related to your use of this Website.

8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the creators of *God’s Work*, its affiliates, and service providers from any claims or liabilities arising out of your misuse of the Website or breach of these Terms.

9. Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time without notice. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

10. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Any disputes arising shall be subject to the jurisdiction of South African courts.

11. Contact
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
📧 info@amafrikafilms.com
🌐 www.godsworkthefilm.com
 
Disclaimer – Press Materials and Media Content

1. Press Content Usage
The God’s Work website provides press materials—including but not limited to trailers, film stills, behind-the-scenes images, cast and crew biographies, and press releases—for the purpose of media coverage, festival promotion, and public relations.
These materials are made available for:

• Accredited journalists

• Film festival programmers

• Educational or critical review

• Authorized media partners

Any use of these materials beyond the scope of editorial or promotional coverage must be approved in writing by the producers.

2. Photo and Video Rights
All film stills, production images, and video assets on this site are the intellectual property of the filmmakers and/or licensed content creators. Unless otherwise stated:

• All rights are reserved.

• Images may not be altered, sold, or repurposed for commercial use.

• Proper credit must be given when publishing, including copyright notice where applicable.

For official credit lines or hi-res versions, please contact us directly.

3. Non-Endorsement Clause
Use of press materials does not imply endorsement of any publication, product, or platform by the producers, cast, or partners of God’s Work.
4. Contact for Permissions
To request additional usage rights, obtain high-resolution files, or clarify image licensing, please contact:
📧 info@amafrikafilms.com
🌐 www.godswork.com