BSides Kristiansand

Privacy
Policy.

This Privacy Policy explains how BSides Kristiansand collects,
uses and protects personal data when you visit our website,
interact with us or participate in our activities.

Last updated:
21 September 2026

Our Commitment

Your privacy matters.

BSides Kristiansand is committed to protecting your personal data
and respecting your privacy. We do not sell or trade your personal
information.

Personal data is only processed where there is an appropriate
purpose and legal basis. Information may be disclosed where required
by applicable law or to service providers processing information
on our behalf.


Definitions

What we mean.

Service
The BSides Kristiansand website and related online services.

Personal Data
Information relating to an identified or identifiable individual,
such as a name or email address.

Usage Data
Technical information generated through interaction with our website.

Cookies
Small files or similar technologies used by websites to store
or retrieve information.

Data Controller
BSides Kristiansand.

Data Processor
A third party that processes personal data on behalf
of BSides Kristiansand.

Data Subject
An individual whose personal data is being processed.

Data Collection

What data we may collect.

Personal Data

Depending on how you interact with BSides Kristiansand, we may
collect information such as:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Job title or position
  • Employer or organisation, where provided
  • Information submitted through forms or event registrations

Usage Data

Our website or service providers may process technical information
associated with your visit, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Date and time of access
  • Pages visited

Cookies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies that are
necessary for website operation, security or user preferences.


Purpose

How we use information.

Personal data may be processed where necessary to:

  • Operate and maintain the BSides Kristiansand website
  • Manage event registrations and participation
  • Manage speaker and Call for Papers submissions
  • Respond to enquiries and communications
  • Provide event-related information and announcements
  • Maintain the security and integrity of our services
  • Meet applicable legal or regulatory obligations

GDPR

Legal basis for processing.

Where the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) applies,
personal data will only be processed where an appropriate legal
basis exists. Depending on the circumstances, this may include:

  • Your consent
  • Performance of an agreement or steps requested before entering an agreement
  • Our legitimate interests
  • Compliance with a legal obligation

Third Parties

Service providers.

BSides Kristiansand may use third-party services to support
activities such as website hosting, event registration, ticketing,
communications and speaker submissions.

Where these organisations process personal data on our behalf,
information is shared only where necessary for the relevant service
and subject to applicable data protection requirements.


Retention

How long we keep information.

Personal data is retained only for as long as reasonably necessary
for the purpose for which it was collected, including applicable
legal, accounting, security and administrative requirements.


Your Rights

You remain in control of your data.

Subject to applicable data protection law, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your personal data
  • Request restriction of processing
  • Object to certain processing
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
  • Request data portability where applicable

Data Requests

To exercise your data protection rights, contact


info@bsideskrs.no

.


Security

Protecting your information.

We take reasonable organisational and technical measures to
protect personal data against unauthorised access, disclosure,
alteration, loss or misuse.


Contact

Questions about your data?

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your
personal data is handled, contact us.

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