Last Updated: December 11, 2024

Introduction

thedsgnjunkies (“we,” “us,” “our”) is committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your personal data when you engage with our websites, attend our events (such as FiDCon), participate in our online communities, or use our services. By using our platforms and services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

Information We Collect

1. Personal Information You Provide:

• Registration & Event Participation: When you register for FiDCon or any other event, we may collect your name, email address, job title, company, location, and dietary or accessibility requirements.

• Online Community & Newsletter Signups: When you join our mailing lists, WhatsApp groups, or other online communities, we collect your name, email, and any profile information you voluntarily provide.

• Sponsorship & Partnership Inquiries: If you express interest in becoming a sponsor or partner, we may collect business contact details, company information, and financial details necessary to process payments or issue invoices.

2. Automatically Collected Information:

• Usage Data: We may collect information on how you use our website, such as the pages visited, links clicked, and the time spent on each page.

• Device & Browser Data: We may gather data about the device you use (e.g., type, operating system, browser type, IP address) to optimize the site’s functionality and user experience.

• Cookies & Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance site navigation, remember user preferences, and understand user behavior.

3. Third-Party Sources:

• Event Platforms & Ticketing Services: We may receive personal information from third-party ticketing or event management services that process event registrations on our behalf.

• Social Media Platforms: If you interact with us on social media or connect through a third-party platform, we may receive limited information in accordance with that platform’s privacy settings.

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for purposes including, but not limited to:

• Providing Services: To process event registrations, grant access to online communities, and deliver workshops, webinars, or other offerings.

• Communications: To send event updates, newsletters, marketing communications (with your consent), and respond to your inquiries.

• Improvements & Personalization: To analyze usage patterns, improve our services, and tailor content to your interests.

• Compliance & Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations, and to protect our rights, property, or safety and that of our users.

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist with event logistics, payment processing, marketing, data analytics, and other operational tasks.

• Sponsors & Partners (With Your Consent): If you opt in, we may share limited personal data (e.g., name, job title, company) with sponsors or partners who may offer career opportunities or relevant products and services.

• Legal Compliance: If required by law or in response to valid legal requests, we may disclose information to governmental authorities or other third parties.

Data Security & Retention

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. We retain your information only as long as necessary for the purposes stated in this policy or as required by law.

Your Rights & Choices

Depending on applicable laws, you may have the right to:

• Access & Update: Request access to or corrections of your personal data.

• Delete Data: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal requirements.

• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by using the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or contacting us directly.

International Data Transfers

If you are located outside of Ghana and choose to provide personal information to us, please note that data may be transferred, processed, and stored in Ghana or other countries. We take steps to ensure that any data transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and maintain appropriate safeguards.

Third-Party Links

Our website or communications may include links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website with an updated “Last Updated” date. By continuing to use our services after we post changes, you accept the revised policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding your personal data or this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

info@thedsgnjunkies.com