About This Privacy Policy

We are committed to respecting and protecting your privacy. This privacy policy applies to each of our websites, events, apps and other services (collectively, the "Service"). This privacy policy may be supplemented by additional privacy statements, terms or notices provided to you. The company that owns or administers the Service, as identified therein, is the primary controller of your personal information provided to, or collected by or for, the Service.

Information We Collect

We collect information about you in three ways: (1) from your input through our web forms, scanners and other mechanisms, (2) from third-party sources, and (3) through automated technologies.

Data You Provide To Us

The types of personal information we collect directly from you depend on how you interact with us and the Service, and may include:

- Contact details, such as name, email address, postal address, social media handle and phone number;

- Account login credentials, such as username and password, password hints and similar security information;

- Other account or event registration and profile information, such as educational, employment and professional background, dietary and accessibility requirements, and photo;

- Payment information, such as credit or debit card number;

- Comments, feedback and other information you provide, including to customer support and messages, appointment inquiries, and information you wish us to share;

- Sensitive data revealing health, disability, religion, or race/ethnic origin, as part of a request for assistance or in a medical emergency; and/or

- Interests and communication preferences, including matchmaking, event planning, networking choices and preferred language.

To protect event participants, we may collect health data through measures like temperature screening, test-and-trace, or referral to medical personnel.

Data From Other Sources

We may also obtain your personal information from our group companies, service providers, partners, social networks, and publicly-available sources.

Data From Service Use or Attendance

Our Service may automatically collect information about how you and your device interact with it, including computer, device and connection information, usage data, and location data. We collect this through servers, cookies and other technologies.

You can control cookies and location data through browser settings and device preferences. Use of RFID technologies may be necessary to access certain events.

We also collect footage and imagery captured through recording, photography, or CCTV.

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to provide, activate and manage the Service, process transactions, support the Service, enhance and improve offerings, personalize content, respond to you, deliver marketing, conduct analysis, support health/safety, and comply with legal obligations.

We may also use your information for event matchmaking and participant directories.

Sharing of Your Information

We share personal information with our affiliates, service providers, and third parties like exhibitors, sponsors and media partners, as necessary to provide the Service, complete transactions, or send you relevant information based on your preferences.

The Service may include forums and directories that allow you to publicly share information. We cannot control how others may use such public disclosures.

We may also share your information for legal reasons, to detect/prevent issues, and as part of corporate transactions.

Additional Processing

We may process additional personal information for editorial content, event concierge services, job boards, and industry awards.

Your Communications and Matchmaking Preferences

You can manage your communications preferences and other settings through the Service, unsubscribe mechanisms, or by contacting us. You can opt-out of personalized matches.

Accessing and Updating Your Information

The Service may allow you to directly access and update your account, profile and directory information. You may also have rights to request access, correction, deletion, restriction or portability of your personal information.

Data Retention, Security, and Children's Privacy

We retain your information as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill our obligations. We implement measures to safeguard your information. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

Locations of Processing and Grounds for Processing

Your information may be stored and processed globally where we and our service providers maintain facilities. We process personal information as necessary to provide the Service, comply with law, protect vital interests, and pursue our legitimate business interests, except where overridden by your rights.

Changes and Contact

We will update this policy from time to time. Any material changes will be communicated. If you have any questions, comments, complaints or requests, please contact us through our Email.