Website Disclaimer

Last updated: November 9, 2026

General Information

The International Deaf Film Association (“IDFA,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to providing accurate, current, and accessible information. However, all content on this website is provided for general informational and educational purposes only.

Website content does not constitute legal, financial, medical, tax, or other professional advice. Visitors should obtain appropriate independent advice before making decisions based on information published on this website.

Accuracy and Availability

Although IDFA makes reasonable efforts to maintain accurate and up-to-date information, the website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, IDFA makes no express or implied representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, availability, security, accessibility, or suitability of the website or its content.

IDFA may correct, update, remove, or modify website content at any time without prior notice.

Programs, Events, and Competitions

Information concerning IDFA programs, festivals, competitions, awards, events, eligibility requirements, deadlines, and submission procedures may be changed or updated.

Participation is subject to the official rules, terms, eligibility requirements, and policies applicable to the relevant program or activity. If website content conflicts with the official rules of a particular program, the official program rules shall prevail.

Publication of information on this website does not guarantee selection, participation, funding, recognition, an award, or any other benefit.

External Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites, organizations, platforms, or services that are not owned, operated, or controlled by IDFA. These links are provided solely for information and convenience.

IDFA is not responsible for the availability, accuracy, security, accessibility, content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party websites or services. The inclusion of an external link does not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship, approval, partnership, or affiliation unless IDFA expressly states otherwise.

Visitors access third-party websites at their own discretion and risk.

Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, the text, photographs, graphics, logos, videos, films, audio recordings, designs, and other materials published on this website are owned by IDFA, licensed to IDFA, or used with appropriate authorization.

Website content may not be copied, reproduced, modified, distributed, republished, publicly displayed, transmitted, or commercially exploited without prior written permission from IDFA, except where expressly authorized or permitted by applicable law.

Names, trademarks, logos, films, and other materials belonging to third parties remain the property of their respective owners.

Accessibility and Translations

IDFA is committed to promoting accessibility for Deaf, hard-of-hearing, and international audiences. Certain content may be presented through captions, sign language, transcripts, translations, audio descriptions, or other accessible formats.

IDFA makes reasonable efforts to maintain the accuracy and meaning of translated and adapted content. However, differences may occur. If an inconsistency arises, the English-language version shall prevail unless IDFA expressly states otherwise or applicable law requires a different interpretation.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, IDFA and its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, representatives, contractors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or other loss or damage arising from or connected with:

  • Access to, use of, or inability to use this website;

  • Reliance upon information published on the website;

  • Errors, inaccuracies, omissions, delays, or interruptions;

  • Unauthorized access to or alteration of information or communications;

  • Third-party websites, platforms, products, or services; or

  • Viruses, malware, data loss, or other technologically harmful material.

Nothing in this Disclaimer excludes or limits any liability that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited.

Changes to This Disclaimer

IDFA may revise this Disclaimer when necessary to reflect changes to its website, activities, policies, or legal obligations.

The revised Disclaimer will become effective when published on this website. Visitors are encouraged to review this page periodically.

Contact Information

Questions concerning this Disclaimer may be directed to:

International Deaf Film Association
Email: info@internationaldeafilmassociation.org
Website: https://internationaldeafilmassociation.org