Privacy Statement

The International Conference on Science, Technology, and Innovation (ICSTI) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of all participants. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your data in compliance with applicable privacy laws and regulations.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information when you register for the ICSTI conference or interact with our website:

  • Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, organization or institution, job title, and other registration-related details.
  • Payment Information: Credit card or payment details for registration fees (if applicable). This information is processed securely and is not stored by ICSTI.
  • Conference Submissions: Information provided during the manuscript submission process, including abstracts, papers, and authorship details.
  • Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and other technical details collected through cookies and web analytics tools when you visit our website.
  • Event Participation: Recordings of sessions, questions asked, comments in online discussions, and feedback provided during or after the event.

2. How We Use Your Information

ICSTI collects and uses your personal information for the following purposes:

  • Conference Registration and Communication: To process your registration, send confirmations, provide event updates, and communicate important conference-related information.
  • Program Participation: To manage your involvement in conference activities, including presentations, workshops, and networking events.
  • Payment Processing: To securely process payment for conference registration and associated services.
  • Improving Conference Experience: To gather feedback, conduct surveys, and analyze participant engagement to enhance the overall conference experience.
  • Technical Support: To monitor website performance and ensure the secure and efficient functioning of our systems.
  • Compliance with Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations, including those related to data protection.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

ICSTI values your privacy and will not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our website, processing payments, or organizing the conference. These service providers are required to maintain the confidentiality of your data and use it solely for the purpose of providing their services to ICSTI.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, or legal process, such as a court order or government request.

4. Data Security

ICSTI takes data security seriously and implements reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Encryption: Sensitive information, such as payment details, is encrypted during transmission.
  • Access Control: Access to your personal data is limited to authorized personnel who require the information for legitimate conference-related purposes.
  • Data Retention: We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Statement, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
  • Correction: Request corrections or updates to inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
  • Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal data where it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, subject to legal or contractual obligations.
  • Objection: Object to the processing of your personal data under certain circumstances.
  • Data Portability: Request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

6. Cookies and Web Analytics

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and gather information about how visitors interact with the site. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. We may also use third-party analytics tools to monitor and analyze website traffic, but no personally identifiable information is collected through these tools.

7. Third-Party Links

The ICSTI website may contain links to third-party websites or services. Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites before providing personal information.

8. Changes to This Privacy Statement

ICSTI reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Statement at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we will notify participants of significant changes via email or through our website. Please check this page regularly to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.