Privacy Policy for MFA Award Voting
Effective Date: March 25, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to the MFA Award Voting Platform. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting the personal information you provide when participating in the voting process. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your data.
2. Information We Collect
When you participate in the voting process, we collect the following information:
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Name – To verify and record your vote.
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Email Address – Used for authentication and to receive a one-time password (OTP) for voting verification. A valid email is required; disposable or temporary emails are not accepted.
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Relationship with the Candidate – To provide transparency and maintain voting integrity.
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Testimony for the Candidate (Optional) – If submitted, testimonies will only be displayed during the awarding ceremony and will apply only to the Top 10 winners.
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Google reCAPTCHA – Used to prevent spam and automated voting.
3. How We Use Your Information
The information collected is used solely for the following purposes:
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To verify and authenticate votes.
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To ensure fair voting practices and prevent fraudulent activities.
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To maintain the integrity of the MFA Award voting process.
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Testimonies (if submitted) will only be displayed publicly during the awarding ceremony and only for the Top 10 winners.
Your email address will only be used for OTP verification purposes and will not be shared or used for marketing communications.
4. Important Rules & Guidelines for Voting
To maintain the integrity of the MFA Awards, all candidates and voters must adhere to the following guidelines:
✅ COMPETE FAIRLY – Promote your voting page ethically and in accordance with the Fair Competition Guidelines.
🚫 No temporary or fake emails – Votes from temporary, fake, or illegitimate emails will be disqualified.
🔍 Strict Vote Monitoring – The APFinSA Board will monitor all votes. Any suspicious activity may result in removal without prior notice.
📢 Create Real Engagement – Encourage genuine support from customers, friends, and colleagues—real connections make a difference!
Let’s ensure this competition remains fair, transparent, and inspiring for everyone! 🙌
5. Data Storage and Security
We implement strict security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. All collected data is stored securely and is only accessible to authorized personnel.
6. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties, except:
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If required by law or legal authorities.
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To enforce voting fairness and security policies.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use Google reCAPTCHA to protect against spam and abuse. This service may collect certain information such as IP addresses and browsing activity as part of its security measures.
8. Testimony Display for Awarding
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Testimonies will only be displayed publicly during the MFA Awarding Ceremony.
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Only the Top 10 winners’ testimonies will be presented.
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If you submit a testimony, you agree that it may be used for this purpose.
9. Voter Responsibility
By participating in the voting process, you agree to provide accurate and truthful information. Any votes submitted using fake or temporary emails will be disqualified.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our processes or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:
📧 admin@apfinsaawards.com