Privacy Policy

First, the plain filmmaker to filmmaker version: Write & Direct Studio LLC is run by filmmakers. We are here to help you pursue the craft, not rip off your info in any shape or form. At any time you can remove any or all of your information from our platform and you retain 100% ownership of your content. Period. We do not own, and never will own, the information or content you upload. We also do not share your information with anyone outside of the info you willingly place on your public profile. It’s really that simple. If you’re really bored, here’s the legal version that covers things like site cookies, etc…

1. Introduction

Write & Direct Studio LLC (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website located at https://writedirect.studio and any related services, subdomains, or platforms (collectively, the “Service”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit or use the Service. By accessing or using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our practices, please do not use the Service.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

2.1 Personal Information You Provide Directly

When you create an account, build a profile (as a filmmaker, crew member, or other user), upload content, or communicate with us, we may collect:

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use the Service, we and our third-party service providers may automatically collect:

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Your information is used only to operate and enhance the Service on this Site and assist you in Marketing your skills as a filmmaker. We do not sell your personal information or share it with third parties for their own independent marketing purposes.

4. User-Generated Content and Ownership

You retain full ownership of your content.

All videos, photographs, images, text, projects, profiles, testimonials, and any other materials you upload, post, submit, or share on the Service (“User Content”) remain your sole and exclusive property. Write & Direct Studio LLC does not claim, acquire, or cease any ownership rights in your User Content. You always retain full copyright and all other intellectual property rights in and to your User Content.

By uploading or posting User Content, you grant Write & Direct Studio LLC a limited, non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide, sublicensable license to host, store, cache, reproduce, display, perform, distribute, and adapt your User Content solely as reasonably necessary to:

5. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We only share information in the following limited circumstances:

6. Cookies, Tracking Technologies and Third-Party Services

The Service uses cookies, web beacons, pixels (including Meta Pixel), and similar technologies to enable core functionality, remember your preferences, analyze usage, and measure the performance of our advertising campaigns. We use third-party analytics and advertising services (such as Google Analytics and Meta) to help us understand how users interact with the Service and to optimize our marketing.

These third parties may collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may impact the functionality of the Service.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures designed to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, use, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Service, fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When you delete your account or specific User Content, we will remove it from public view and active systems within a reasonable time. Residual copies may remain in backups for a limited period.

9. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location and applicable law (for example, if you are a California resident under the CCPA/CPRA or located in the European Economic Area under GDPR), you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information in the “Contact Us” section below. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling certain requests. We will respond within the timeframes required by applicable law.

10. Children’s Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under the age of 13 (or 16 in certain jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without verified parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

11. Links to Third-Party Websites and Services

The Service may contain links to third-party websites, services, or embedded content (such as video players or maps) that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

12. International Data Transfers

If you access the Service from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your jurisdiction. By using the Service, you consent to such transfers where permitted by law.

13. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, the Service, or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new “Last Updated” date. For material changes, we may provide additional notice, such as by email or a prominent notice on the Service. Your continued use of the Service after any update constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

14. Contact Us

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

Write & Direct Studio LLC / 130 Chestnut Lane, Highlands NC 28741

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://writedirect.studio (use the contact form on our Site)

We will respond to your inquiry as promptly as reasonably possible.