1. Information We Collect

We only collect information that is necessary to provide you with the best experience possible.

• Personal Information: This includes your name, email address, mailing address, and phone number, which you provide when purchasing a badge or signing up for our newsletter.

• Payment Data: All payments are processed through secure third-party providers. We do not store your full credit card details on our servers.

• Cookies and Tracking: We use “cookies” to understand how you use our site and to remember your preferences. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some site features may not function correctly.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the data we collect to:

• Process your registration and ticket orders.

• Send you important event updates or changes to the schedule.

• Respond to your customer service inquiries.

• Improve our website and event offerings based on attendee feedback.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share data only in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: We share information with trusted partners who help us run our website or process payments (e.g., Stripe, Mailchimp).

• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the safety and rights of our attendees and staff.

4. Data Security

We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. Your data is stored behind secured networks and is only accessible by a limited number of persons who have special access rights to such systems.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

• Ask us to correct or delete your data.

• Unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of our messages.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to outside sites (such as sponsors or guest artists). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.

7. Changes to This Policy

Arise Con reserves the right to update this policy at any time. When we do, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact our team at: Info@arise-con.com

9. Media and Photography Policy

By attending Arise Con, you acknowledge that you are entering an area where photography, audio, and video recording may occur.

• Grant of Rights: By purchasing a ticket and entering the event premises, you consent to being photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded. You grant Arise Con the irrevocable, royalty-free right to use your likeness, voice, and appearance in any and all media now known or hereafter devised (including but not limited to our website, social media, and marketing materials) for advertising, publicity, and promotional purposes.

• Release of Liability: You release Arise Con, its officers, and employees from any liability connected with the taking, recording, digitizing, or publication and use of interviews, photographs, computer images, video and/or sound recordings.

• Personal Photography: Attendees are encouraged to take photos for personal use; however, professional photography or videography for commercial use without prior written consent from Arise Con is prohibited.