PRIVACY POLICY
Effective Date: 19 October 2026
Last Updated: 19 October 2026
Version: 1.0
01 — Introduction
At ARE FILM, we believe that trust matters — both behind the camera and beyond it.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, process, store, and protect personal information when you visit our website, contact us, collaborate on a production, or use our services.
ARE FILM is a Swiss film production company founded and operated by Andri Reiser, specialising in documentary filmmaking, commercial film production, photography, and visual storytelling.
We handle personal information responsibly and in accordance with applicable Swiss data protection legislation, particularly the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP/DSG). Where applicable, we also comply with the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
02 — Who Is Responsible
The person responsible for processing personal data through this website and our business activities is:
Andri Reiser
ARE FILM
Zimmelstrasse 25
6314 Unterägeri
Switzerland
Email: contact@arefilm.ch
Website: arefilm.ch
ARE FILM operates from Zug and Davos, Switzerland.
For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal information, please contact us using the details above.
03 — Information We Collect
The information we collect depends on how you interact with us.
Website Visits
When you visit our website, certain technical information may be processed automatically, including:
IP address and approximate geographical location
Browser type and operating system
Device information
Date and time of access
Pages visited and referring websites
Technical information required for website functionality, security, and performance
Contact and Enquiries
When you contact us by email, telephone, or through our website, we may collect:
Your name and company
Email address and telephone number
Information about your enquiry
Project requirements, budgets, and timelines
Relevant correspondence
Documents or files you voluntarily provide
Film Productions and Collaborations
As part of our production activities, we may process information relating to clients, collaborators, contributors, and individuals appearing in our productions.
This may include:
Names and contact information
Project briefs, schedules, and production documents
Contracts, agreements, and permissions
Photographs, film footage, and audio recordings
Interviews and documentary research materials
Information voluntarily shared during production
Billing and payment information
Some documentary productions may involve sensitive personal information.
We handle such information with particular care, taking into account the nature of the production, applicable legal requirements, contractual obligations, and the rights of the individuals involved.
04 — How We Use Information
We process personal information for legitimate business purposes, including:
Responding to enquiries and communicating with clients
Preparing proposals and quotations
Planning and organising film productions
Conducting documentary research and interviews
Managing production schedules, locations, and crew
Producing, editing, and delivering films and photographs
Collaborating with freelancers and production partners
Managing contracts, invoices, and accounting records
Providing customer support
Maintaining and improving our website
Protecting our systems against misuse and security threats
Complying with applicable legal obligations
We do not sell personal information.
We do not collect personal information without a legitimate purpose.
We do not use personal information for unrelated purposes without an appropriate legal basis.
05 — Legal Basis for Processing
Under Swiss data protection law, personal data must be processed in accordance with applicable legal principles, including transparency, proportionality, and purpose limitation.
Where the GDPR applies, our processing may be based on:
Performance of a contract
Steps taken before entering into a contract
Compliance with legal obligations
Legitimate interests, where permitted
Consent, where required
Other applicable legal grounds
Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw your consent at any time.
Withdrawal does not affect processing that was lawful before consent was withdrawn.
06 — Film, Photography and Personal Rights
As a film production company, ARE FILM works with images, voices, and stories involving real people.
Photographs, film recordings, and audio recordings may constitute personal data when individuals can be identified.
We respect personal rights, privacy, and confidentiality throughout the production process.
Depending on the production, the recording, processing, publication, and distribution of such material may be governed by consent, contractual agreements, applicable legal provisions, or other relevant circumstances.
For documentary productions, we carefully consider the nature of the subject matter, the interests of the people involved, and applicable legal requirements.
Participation in a production does not automatically authorise unrestricted use of a person’s image, voice, or personal information.
Where necessary, specific agreements or permissions are obtained.
07 — Sharing Information With Third Parties
We may share personal information with trusted third parties where necessary to operate our business and deliver our services.
These may include:
Website hosting and technical service providers
Email and communication services
Cloud storage and file-transfer providers
Freelance filmmakers, editors, and production crew
Post-production and creative service providers
Accounting and administrative service providers
Professional advisers where necessary
We share only information reasonably required for the relevant purpose.
Where appropriate, we use contractual arrangements and organisational measures to protect personal information.
We may also disclose information where required by applicable law or a competent authority.
08 — Website Hosting
Our website is created and hosted using Framer.
When you visit our website, technical information such as your IP address, browser information, and access details may be processed by the hosting infrastructure.
This processing is necessary to deliver the website, maintain its functionality, and ensure technical security.
Framer and its infrastructure providers may process information according to their applicable privacy policies and contractual arrangements.
09 — Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to ensure functionality, improve performance, and understand how visitors interact with our content.
Cookies are small files stored on your device that can support website functionality, remember preferences, or enable usage analysis.
Depending on the website configuration, the following categories of technologies may be used:
Essential Technologies
Technologies required for basic website functionality, security, and performance.
Analytics Technologies
Technologies that help us understand website traffic, visitor behaviour, and the performance of our content.
Marketing Technologies
Technologies that may be used to measure advertising performance or support relevant advertising campaigns.
Where required by applicable law, we obtain consent before using non-essential tracking technologies.
You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings and, where available, through our website’s cookie preferences.
The use of cookies and similar tracking technologies is subject to applicable Swiss data protection requirements.
10 — External Platforms and Embedded Content
Our website may contain links to external platforms, including social media websites, film-hosting services, and other third-party websites.
Some pages may also contain embedded media or externally hosted content.
When you interact with these services, the relevant providers may collect technical information or process personal data according to their own privacy policies.
Depending on the implementation, information may be transmitted to third-party providers when embedded content loads.
ARE FILM is not responsible for the privacy practices of independently operated external websites.
11 — International Data Transfers
Some of our service providers may process or store personal information outside Switzerland.
Where personal information is transferred internationally, we take account of the requirements of Swiss data protection law.
Depending on the destination country, appropriate safeguards may include:
An adequate level of data protection recognised under Swiss law
Recognised contractual safeguards
Other legally permitted transfer mechanisms
Where required, we provide information about relevant recipient countries and applicable safeguards.
International transfers are subject to the requirements of the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection.
12 — Project Files and Confidentiality
Client footage, scripts, production documents, unpublished campaigns, and other confidential project materials are treated as professional working assets.
Access is limited to individuals and service providers who require the information for the relevant production.
We take reasonable steps to protect confidential materials against unauthorised access, disclosure, or misuse.
The publication or use of client projects in our portfolio, on social media, or for promotional purposes is governed by applicable agreements, permissions, and confidentiality obligations.
Unreleased productions and confidential client information are not intentionally made public without appropriate authorisation.
13 — Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes for which it was collected or as required by applicable law.
Retention periods depend on the type of information and the circumstances.
For example:
General Enquiries
Enquiries and related correspondence are retained only as long as necessary for communication and reasonable follow-up.
Business and Accounting Records
Invoices, contracts, and accounting records are retained according to applicable statutory requirements.
Production Documents
Production agreements, permissions, and related documents may be retained to document contractual rights and obligations.
Film Footage and Project Archives
Film footage, photographs, and project archives may be retained according to contractual agreements, production requirements, and legitimate archival purposes.
When personal information is no longer required, we delete or anonymise it where appropriate.
14 — Data Security
We use reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure.
These measures may include:
Access restrictions
Secure communication methods
Appropriate storage systems
Password protection and account security
Careful selection of service providers
Internal organisational safeguards
However, no digital system can guarantee absolute security.
15 — Your Rights
Under applicable data protection legislation, you may have the right to:
Request information about the personal data we process
Request correction of inaccurate personal information
Request deletion of personal information where legally applicable
Object to certain processing activities
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
Request the release or transfer of certain personal data where the legal requirements are met
These rights may be subject to legal limitations, including contractual obligations, statutory retention requirements, and the rights of other individuals.
To exercise your rights, please contact:
contact@arefilm.ch
You may also contact the Swiss Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner (FDPIC/EDÖB) for information about your data protection rights.
16 — Children and Minors
Our website and services are not specifically directed at children.
However, some film and documentary productions may involve minors.
Where applicable, we take additional care when processing personal information relating to children and young people.
Depending on the circumstances, appropriate consent, permissions, or other legal safeguards may be required.
If you believe that personal information relating to a minor has been processed inappropriately, please contact us.
17 — Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our services, website functionality, technical providers, or applicable legislation.
The current version and its effective date will be published on this page.
We encourage visitors to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
18 — Contact
For privacy-related enquiries or requests concerning your personal information, please contact:
ARE FILM — Andri Reiser
Zimmelstrasse 25
6314 Unterägeri
Switzerland
Email: contact@arefilm.ch
Website: arefilm.ch