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Cookie Policy

Effective Date: September 1st, 2025


The Honor Society of Cinematic Arts (“HSCA,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website honorsocietyofcinematicarts.org (the “Site”) to improve functionality, analyze traffic, and enhance user experience. This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites recognize your device, store preferences, and improve site functionality.

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We may also use related technologies such as pixels, web beacons, and local storage.

The Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

  • Required for the website to function properly.

  • Examples: enabling secure login areas, remembering form submissions.

  • These cookies cannot be disabled in our systems.

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Performance & Analytics Cookies

  • Help us understand how visitors use our website (e.g., which pages are visited most often, how long people stay).

  • Used to improve site design and performance.

  • We may use trusted third-party services such as Google Analytics.

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Functional Cookies

  • Allow the website to remember choices you make (such as preferred language or region).

  • Provide enhanced, personalized features.

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Targeting & Third-Party Cookies

  • May be used when we link to social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) or embed external content.

  • These cookies are controlled by third parties and may track your browsing activity across different websites.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Ensure the website functions securely and efficiently.

  • Analyze traffic and improve user experience.

  • Facilitate Chapter application forms, Membership sign-ups, and payment processing.

  • Integrate with newsletters, social media, and third-party tools.

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We do not use cookies to sell or rent your personal information.

Your Choices

You have control over cookies. You can:

  • Adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies.

  • Use opt-out features provided by third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on).

  • Decline non-essential cookies when prompted by our cookie banner.

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Please note, however, that, if you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Questions About This Policy

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

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