Privacy Policy

1. Who We Are

SCORCH Ltd ("SCORCH," "we," "us," or "our") is a Caribbean-based entertainment and media company. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring compliance with applicable data protection laws, including the Trinidad & Tobago Data Protection Act (2011) and GDPR for EU and UK users.

2. Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary for our relationship with you, including:

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Send newsletters, promotions, and event updates (with consent)
• Share SCORCH news, launches, and special offers
• Manage recruitment processes (e.g., scheduling interviews, reviewing applications)
• Maintain a talent pool for future opportunities (only if you consent)
• Improve our platforms, products, and communications
• Comply with legal or regulatory obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your information under one or more of the following legal bases:

• Consent: For newsletters, promotions, or recruitment database inclusion.
• Contractual necessity: To perform agreed services (e.g., process event bookings or job applications).
• Legitimate interest: To enhance our user experience and ensure operational security (balanced with your rights).

5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your data. We share limited data only with:

• Verified third-party processors (e.g., recruitment tools, marketing platforms, payment or event management systems)
• Regulators or legal authorities, where required by law

All third parties are bound by strict Data Processing Agreements to meet Local law standard and GDPR.

6. International Data Transfers

Data may be stored or processed outside your country. When transferred internationally, SCORCH ensures Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or equivalent safeguards are in place to protect your data.

7. Retention Period

• Marketing data is retained for 24 months after the last engagement.
• Recruitment data is retained for 12 months unless you consent to be added to the SCORCH talent pool.
• Legal or financial data may be retained longer as required by law.

8. Your Rights

Under Trinidad & Tobago Data Protection Act (2011), GDPR for EU and UK users, and applicable law, you have the right to:

• Access the data we hold
• Rectify inaccurate or incomplete data
• Erase your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Restrict or object to processing
• Withdraw consent at any time (unsubscribe or email info@thescorch.com)
• Request data portability

9. Unsubscribe & Withdrawal of Consent

You can withdraw your consent for marketing or recruitment communications by:

• Clicking "Unsubscribe" in our emails
• Replying "Unsubscribe" to text messages
• Emailing info@thescorch.com

We will remove your data within 10 business days, and fully delete backups within 90 days. Withdrawing consent will not affect lawful processing completed before the withdrawal.

10. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and analytics tools to personalize your experience. You may disable cookies via your browser or our cookie settings banner.

11. Security

We employ SSL encryption, secure servers, access controls, and staff training to ensure the protection and confidentiality of your data.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may periodically update this Privacy Policy. The "Last Updated" date will reflect any revisions, which will take effect immediately upon posting.

13. Contact Us

For any privacy inquiries or rights requests: