Privacy Policy for IFAC World Congress 2026

At the IFAC World Congress 2026, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a safe online experience. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit and interact with our website.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: This includes details such as your name, email address, contact information, and payment details when you register for the congress, sign up for our newsletter, or make a purchase.
• Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, such as remembering your preferences or session information. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us provide personalized content and functionality.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Event Registration: To process and manage your registration for the IFAC World Congress 2026.
• Communication: To send you updates, event-related information, and promotional content regarding the congress.
• Customer Support: To respond to inquiries, provide assistance, and address any issues related to our services.
• Improvement of Services: To analyze usage patterns and improve the performance and functionality of our website.
• Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and respond to lawful requests from public authorities.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information with trusted partners and service providers who assist us in delivering services related to the congress (e.g., payment processors, event logistics partners). These third parties are obligated to maintain the confidentiality of your information and may only use it to provide the services we request. We may also disclose your personal information if required by law or in response to a valid legal request.

4. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights

You may have certain rights regarding your personal information, such as the right to access, correct, update, or delete your information. You may also have the right to object to or restrict the processing of your information.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. Please be aware that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13.

8. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post any updates on this page and indicate the effective date of the revised policy.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
IFAC World Congress 2026 Email: ifac2026@ifac2026.org

By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your personal information as described herein.