Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Blaze Models ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us in any way. This policy applies to all visitors, clients, models, and users of our services, both in UAE and internationally.

By accessing our website or using our services, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this policy, please do not access our website or use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personally identifiable information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to:

• Full name, date of birth, and gender
• Email address, phone number, and mailing address
• Physical measurements and photographs (for model applicants and represented talent)
• Professional portfolio materials and work history
• Payment and billing information
• Company name and business registration details (for corporate clients)
• Social media profiles and handles

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity, including:

• IP address and geolocation data
• Browser type, version, and language settings
• Operating system and device type
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns
• Referring website addresses and search terms
• Date and time of visits

3. Online Advertising and Analytics

We may partner with third-party advertising networks, analytics providers, and social media platforms to deliver targeted advertisements and analyze website traffic. These partners may use cookies, pixel tags, and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing activities across different websites and online services.

Third-party services we may use include:

• Google Analytics for website traffic analysis
• Google Ads for targeted advertising campaigns
• Facebook/Meta Pixel for social media advertising
• Instagram advertising and analytics
• LinkedIn marketing tools

4. Google Services

We use various Google services to improve our website and marketing efforts. Google may collect and process data in accordance with its own privacy policy. Our use of Google services includes:

• Google Analytics: To understand website usage patterns, visitor demographics, and content performance. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous traffic data.
• Google Ads: To display relevant advertisements to potential clients and talent. This may involve remarketing to users who have previously visited our website.
• Google Tag Manager: To manage website tags and tracking scripts efficiently.
• Google Search Console: To monitor and optimize our search engine presence.

For more information about how Google uses data, please visit Google's Privacy Policy.

5. Cookies and Device Identifiers

We use cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and personalize content. Types of cookies we use include:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality, security, and authentication.
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous usage data.
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign performance across platforms.
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings, language preferences, and customization choices.

Device identifiers such as advertising IDs, hardware identifiers, and browser fingerprints may also be collected by our advertising partners. For more details, please see our Cookie Policy.

6. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Providing, operating, and maintaining our services
• Processing model applications and managing talent portfolios
• Matching talent with client requirements and casting opportunities
• Processing payments and managing client accounts
• Communicating about bookings, events, and service updates
• Sending marketing communications (with your consent)
• Analyzing website usage to improve user experience
• Ensuring compliance with legal obligations and industry standards
• Protecting against fraud and unauthorized access

7. Opt-Out Rights

You have the right to opt out of certain data collection and marketing practices:

• Email Marketing: Unsubscribe using the link at the bottom of any marketing email, or contact us directly.
• Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
• Targeted Advertising: Adjust your browser settings to block third-party cookies, or use industry opt-out tools such as the Digital Advertising Alliance's opt-out page.
• Cookie Preferences: Manage your cookie settings through your browser or our cookie consent manager.
• Data Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data by contacting us at [email protected].

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmission
• Encrypted storage of sensitive personal data
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Access controls limiting data access to authorized personnel only
• Employee training on data protection and privacy practices
• Secure backup procedures and disaster recovery plans

While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to maintaining the highest practical standards.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website and general services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16 without verifiable parental or guardian consent. For model applicants between 16 and 18 years of age, we require written consent from a parent or legal guardian before collecting any personal information or entering into representation agreements.

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 16 without appropriate consent, we will take immediate steps to delete that information. If you believe we may have collected information from a minor without proper consent, please contact us immediately at [email protected].

10. International Data Transfers

As an international agency, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than the United Arab Emirates. We implement appropriate safeguards to protect such transfers in accordance with applicable data protection laws and internationally recognized privacy standards.

11. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Model portfolio data is retained for the duration of representation plus three years. Client data is retained for seven years following the last transaction for tax and legal compliance purposes.

12. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to correct inaccurate information
• Right to request deletion of your data
• Right to restrict or object to processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Blaze Models
M Square Building, Al Mankhool, Dubai, UAE
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +971 55 153 7534