Effective date: May 30, 2026

Welcome to LilStarz ("we", "our", or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information submitted for the LilStarz Kids Photo Competition. Our priority is to protect the privacy of children and comply with all applicable laws including COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act).

1. Information We Collect

We collect the minimum information necessary to run the competition:

• Photos/Media: Images uploaded for the competition (moderated before publication)
• Entry Information: Child's name (first name only), age, category, photo description
• Parent/Guardian Contact: Name, email address, phone number (for winner notification only)
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information (for security and analytics)
• Consent Records: Proof of parental consent (required for participants under 18)

2. How We Use Information

We use personal information only for these specific purposes:

• To administer, judge, and manage the photo competition
• To contact winners and distribute prizes
• To display winning entries on our website (with parental consent)
• To prevent fraud and ensure fair competition
• To serve advertisements through Google AdSense
• To comply with legal obligations

3. Children's Privacy Protection

We take children's privacy seriously:

• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent
• All participants under 18 require verifiable parental consent
• We never collect more information than necessary for the competition
• Parents can review, modify, or delete their child's information at any time

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell personal information. We may share information only in these cases:

• Google AdSense: For advertising purposes as described above
• Service Providers: Trusted partners who help operate our website (hosting, email services)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Contest Winners: First names and photos of winners may be publicly displayed (with consent)

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies for:

• Essential Operations: Session management, login functionality
• Analytics: Understanding how visitors use our site
• Advertising: Google AdSense as described above

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

6. Parental Rights and Controls

Parents and guardians have the right to:

• Review the personal information we have collected about their child
• Request deletion of their child's information
• Withdraw consent for future data collection
• Opt out of personalized advertising
• Request correction of inaccurate information

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.

7. Data Retention

We retain information only as long as necessary:

• Entry photos: Up to 6 months after contest conclusion
• Contact information: 1 year for winner verification
• Consent records: As required by law (typically 3 years)
• Analytics data: 26 months

8. Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures including:

• SSL encryption for data transmission
• Secure server hosting
• Regular security updates
• Limited access to personal data

9. International Data Transfers

Our website is hosted in India. If you access our site from outside India, your information may be transferred to and processed in India.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify users of material changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated effective date.

11. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights:

LilStarz
📧 Email: lilstarzzindia@gmail.com
📞 Phone: +91 96326 84610
📍 Address: Karnataka, India

We typically respond to privacy inquiries within 7 business days.