1How we collect your information
We collect information when you:
- Register for the conference
- Submit papers or abstracts
- Contact our support team
- Take part in surveys
- Join our in-person or virtual events
This typically includes basic details like your name, email, affiliation and research interests. We will always tell you when we need information and why.
2What we do with your information
Your information helps us:
- Process your conference registration
- Review and publish submitted papers
- Keep you updated about the event
- Answer your questions
- Make our services better
- Connect you with other researchers and participants
We use your data only for these specific purposes.
3Sharing your information
We only share your information with:
- Trusted service providers who help run the conference
- Academic indexing services for published papers, with your consent
- Legal authorities, if required by law
We never sell your personal information to third parties. Your research may be published in the conference proceedings with your explicit consent.
4Keeping your information safe
We protect your information by:
- Using secure servers
- Limiting access to authorised staff
- Applying regular security updates
- Encrypting sensitive data
While we work hard to protect your data, no online system is completely secure. Use a strong password and keep your login details private.
5Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Improve your browsing experience
- Analyse how the website is used
- Manage your login session
You can control cookies through your browser settings.
6Your privacy rights
You have the right to:
- See what information we hold about you
- Update your information
- Delete your information, except where we are legally required to keep it
- Opt out of communications
- Withdraw consent for publishing your research
To exercise these rights, write to info@icsift.com.