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Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how your personal information is collected, used, and shared when you visit or register via https://netzfuture.com (the “Site”), which is operated by the organizers of the NetzFuture Conference.

NetzFuture is a global engineering and innovation event that brings together thought leaders, researchers, industry professionals, and students for a multi-day experience of learning, collaboration, and discovery in Cape Town, South Africa.


PERSONAL INFORMATION WE COLLECT

When you visit the Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including your web browser, IP address, time zone, and certain cookies that are installed on your device. Additionally, as you browse the Site, we collect information about individual pages or sessions you view, referral sources, and how you interact with the Site. This automatically collected information is referred to as “Device Information.”

We collect Device Information using the following technologies:

  • Cookies: Data files placed on your device or computer, often including a unique identifier. For more on cookies and how to disable them, visit: Terms of Use.
  • Log Files: Track actions on the Site and collect data such as IP address, browser type, internet service provider, referring/exit pages, and timestamps.
  • Web Beacons, Tags, and Pixels: Electronic files used to understand browsing behavior on the Site.

If you register for the conference, purchase tickets, or fill out a form, we collect additional data such as:

  • Your name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Job title
  • Affiliation/institution
  • Billing and payment information (e.g. credit card details)
  • Dietary or accessibility needs (if applicable)
  • Paper Title and or ID
  • Payer details
  • Participant’s details

This is referred to as “Order Information” or “Registration Information.”

“Personal Information” in this Privacy Policy includes both Device and Order Information.

HOW WE USE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION

We use the information we collect to:

  • Process registrations and ticket purchases.
  • Provide confirmations, invoices, and logistical information.
  • Communicate with you about conference details, programming, and updates.
  • Facilitate networking and session attendance tools (e.g., delegate directories or app integrations, where applicable).
  • Screen for fraud or security threats.
  • Improve our website performance and user experience.
  • Comply with legal obligations.

If you’ve opted in, we may also use your information to:

  • Send marketing emails or newsletters about the conference or related engineering and innovation opportunities.
  • Share offers related to accommodations, tours, or travel support from our vetted local partners.

SHARING YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION

We share your Personal Information with third parties to support our operations. These include:

  • Payment gateways
  • Mailing platforms (for official communications)
  • Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics).

You can read how Google uses your Personal Information here: https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/privacy/
You can opt-out of Google Analytics here: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout 

We may also share your Personal Information:

  • With partner institutions or sponsors (only with your explicit consent).
  • To comply with applicable laws and lawful data requests.
  • To protect our legal rights or property.

BEHAVIOURAL ADVERTISING

We may use your Personal Information to deliver tailored communications or promote event features you may be interested in. You can opt out of some advertising by visiting:

DO NOT TRACK

We do not alter our data collection or use practices when we detect a Do Not Track signal from your browser.

YOUR RIGHTS (EU & INTERNATIONAL USERS)

If you are a European resident, you have the right to access, correct, update, or delete the personal data we hold about you. You may also:

  • Object to certain processing
  • Request data portability
  • Withdraw consent for marketing.

To exercise your rights, contact us at netzfuture@uct.ac.za 

Note: Your information may be transferred outside of Europe, including to South Africa, Canada, and the United States, for processing and storage.

DATA RETENTION

We retain your registration and interaction data unless and until you request its deletion. For financial and audit purposes, some transaction data may be retained as required by applicable law.

CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal, operational, or organizational requirements. Any changes will be posted here with an updated effective date.

MINORS

The Site is not intended for individuals under the age of 10 years. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

CONTACT US

For more information about our privacy practices, to raise a concern, or to make a formal request:

? Email: netzfuture@uct.ac.za 

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