Privacy policy

Last updated: November 6 2024

Introduction

Welcome to the TeaConf website, operated by the Peer for Peer Foundation (Spencer House, The Valley, Anguilla AI2640), a registered entity led by Ian Grigg. TeaConf (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information when you visit our website:

• Contact Information: When you submit forms on our site, such as subscribing to our mailing list, we collect personal information including your name and email address through WPForms.

• Payment Information: If you purchase conference tickets, we use Stripe to process payments. Stripe may collect your payment details and billing information securely. Please review Stripe’s Privacy Policy for more information on their data handling practices.

2. How We Use Your Information

The information collected may be used as follows:

• Conference Communication: We use your email address to send details and updates about TeaConf events.

• Marketing Purposes: Your contact information may also be used for marketing purposes by TeaConf and the Peer for Peer Foundation, including sharing information about related events, programs, or initiatives.

• Product Information Collection: Any product-related information submitted on this site will solely be used for conference purposes and will not be shared for any unrelated activity.

• Payment Processing: We use Stripe to securely process your payment when purchasing conference tickets. TeaConf does not store your payment information; it is managed by Stripe.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data based on:

• Consent: By providing your contact information, you consent to receive communications about TeaConf and related marketing activities.

• Legitimate Interests: We use contact details to communicate conference information, ensuring a seamless and informed event experience for interested parties.

• Contractual Necessity: For ticket purchases, processing payment information is necessary to fulfill your transaction.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. You may request the deletion of your information at any time by contacting us.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not share, sell, or otherwise disclose your personal data with third parties, except as necessary for site functionality and communication purposes.

6. Your Data Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request access to your personal data.

• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.

• Erasure: Request deletion of your data.

• Objection: Object to the processing of your data.

• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used format.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at: [insert contact email].

7. Security

We implement technical and organizational measures to ensure your data is protected against unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. Stripe’s security practices apply to all payment processing.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The latest version will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review it regularly.

Contact Us

For questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

contact@teaconf.org

Peer for Peer Foundation

Spencer House

The Valley, Anguilla AI2640