Tech Events Guide is committed to protecting your privacy. This notice explains what personal information we collect, how we use it, and your rights under UK data protection law.
Scope of this notice
This privacy policy applies to information collected through ibmevents.co.uk. It covers data you provide directly and data generated when you visit the site. Tech Events Guide is the data controller responsible for how your information is handled.
Categories of information
We collect several types of information. When you contact us by email, we receive your email address, the content of your message and any details you choose to include. When you browse the site, our server logs record your IP address, browser type, pages visited and the time of each request.
We do not ask for or store payment details, postal addresses or phone numbers. We do not create user accounts or require registration.
Analytics and cookies
We use analytics services to understand how visitors use the site. These services set cookies and collect information about page views, session duration and navigation paths. The data is aggregated and does not identify you personally.
Lawful basis
We process contact information under legitimate interest: responding to your enquiry and improving our content. We process analytics data under legitimate interest: maintaining and improving the site's performance and usability. Where UK GDPR requires consent for cookies, you can manage preferences through your browser settings.
Sharing
Your information is not sold or rented. We share data with processors who help us run the site: hosting providers store content and server logs; email services handle messages you send us; analytics platforms process usage data. These processors act on our instructions and are contractually required to protect your information.
We may disclose information if required by law, to protect our rights, or to prevent harm.
Your controls
Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act 2018, you have the right to access the personal data we hold about you, request corrections, ask for erasure, restrict processing, object to processing based on legitimate interest, and request data portability where applicable.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within one month. If you are not satisfied with our response, you can lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office at ico.org.uk.
Retention
Email correspondence is kept for two years from the date of your last message, then deleted. Server logs are retained for 90 days. Analytics data is held in aggregated form for as long as the site operates. If you request deletion, we will remove your information from active systems within 30 days, subject to legal obligations.
Minors
This site is intended for a general audience. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child, contact us immediately and we will delete it.
Changes to this policy
We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. The revised version will be posted on this page. Continued use of the site after changes take effect means you accept the updated policy.
Contact
For questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your information, email [email protected].
Disclaimer: Tech Events Guide is an information site. We do not sell goods or services.
Frequently asked questions
How do I ask Tech Events Guide to delete my personal data?
Email [email protected] with your request. We will remove your information from active systems within 30 days and confirm once complete.
Does Tech Events Guide share my email address with third parties?
We share it only with email service providers who help us respond to your message. We do not sell or rent your information.
What information does Tech Events Guide collect if I only read articles?
Server logs record your IP address, browser type, pages visited and session time. Analytics services collect aggregated usage data through cookies.
Can I access the personal data Tech Events Guide holds about me?
Yes. Contact [email protected] to request a copy. We will provide it within one month.
Where can I complain if I am not happy with how my data is handled?
You can lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office at ico.org.uk, the UK supervisory authority for data protection.
How long does Tech Events Guide keep my email if I contact them?
We keep correspondence for two years from your last message, then delete it. You can request earlier deletion by emailing [email protected].