Effective Date: January 28, 2026

The Future Vision XPRIZE ("Competition," "we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting personal information collected through our website, registration portals, submission platforms, live events, and related services (collectively, the "Services"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you participate in or interact with the Competition.

This Privacy Policy is designed to be transparent, accessible, and aligned with global privacy principles, including applicable data protection laws such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), and similar frameworks where applicable.

1. Scope of This Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to:

• Visitors to the Future Vision XPRIZE website

• Individuals who register for the Competition

• Participants submitting videos, written materials, or other content

• Finalists, judges, sponsors, donors, and event attendees

• Individuals who engage with us via email, social media, or promotional activities

This policy does not cover third-party websites, platforms, or tools (such as YouTube or Google tools) that you may access through our Services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

• Identity Information: Name, age, date of birth, nationality, and government-issued ID (for prize verification)

• Contact Information: Email address, phone number, mailing address

• Account & Registration Information: Username, team details, project details

• Submission Materials: Videos, treatments, scripts, loglines, synopses, personal statements, images, and related creative content

• Biographical Information: Background, experience, personal motivations, and philosophies

• Event Information: Travel details, accommodation preferences, dietary restrictions (for finalists and event attendees)

• Communications: Emails, messages, support inquiries, and feedback

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use our Services, we may automatically collect:

• IP address

• Device type, browser type, and operating system

• Pages viewed, time spent, and navigation paths

• Referring URLs and campaign parameters

• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from trusted partners, including:

• Google and YouTube (analytics, engagement metrics, and submission verification)

• Event partners (Moonshot Summit, XPRIZE Foundation)

• Sponsors and operational partners (e.g., PHD Ventures, Range Media Partners)

• Social media platforms when you engage with our content

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Administer and operate the Competition

• Process registrations and submissions

• Communicate important updates, deadlines, and reminders

• Review, evaluate, and judge submissions

• Verify eligibility and distribute prizes

• Promote submissions, finalists, and Competition-related content

• Feature content in curated playlists, websites, press, and promotional materials

• Facilitate live events, screenings, and finalist presentations

• Improve website functionality and user experience

• Comply with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations

4. Publicity and Content Visibility

By submitting content to the Competition, you acknowledge and agree that:

• Your name, likeness, biography, and submission materials may be publicly displayed

• Submissions may be shared on YouTube, the Competition website, social media, press materials, and partner platforms

• Engagement metrics (views, likes, comments, shares) may be publicly visible and used for evaluation

Participants retain ownership of their original work, subject to the exclusive rights period and terms outlined in the official Competition Rules.

5. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We may share your information with:

• Competition Partners: Google, XPRIZE Foundation, PHD Ventures, Range Media Partners, Roddenberry-affiliated entities

• Judges and Reviewers: For evaluation and scoring purposes

• Service Providers: Hosting, analytics, email delivery, security, and event logistics

• Sponsors and Donors: In aggregated or promotional form, unless otherwise agreed

• Legal Authorities: When required by law, regulation, or legal process

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Enable core website functionality

• Analyze traffic and usage patterns

• Measure campaign effectiveness

• Improve performance and content

You may manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features of the Services.

7. International Data Transfers

The Competition is global. Your information may be processed and stored in countries other than your own, including the United States. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure international data transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

• Operate the Competition

• Fulfill contractual and legal obligations

• Resolve disputes

• Enforce our agreements

Submission materials and public-facing content may be retained indefinitely for archival, promotional, or historical purposes.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information. However, no system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

10. Your Rights and Choices

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

• Access your personal information

• Correct inaccurate or incomplete data

• Request deletion of your data

• Object to or restrict processing

• Withdraw consent where applicable

• Request data portability

Requests can be made by contacting us using the information below.

11. Children’s Privacy

The Competition is not intended for children under 18 without parental or guardian consent. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors without such consent.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on the website with an updated effective date. Continued participation constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

13. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or privacy-related requests, please contact:

Future Vision XPRIZE Privacy Team
Email:
Website:

By using the Future Vision XPRIZE website or participating in the Competition, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.