Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

1. Introduction

Blockchain Events Vietnam ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website blockchainevents.vn and participate in our events. Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our website or services.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information from you in several ways:

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Registration Information: When registering for events, you provide your name, email address, phone number, company name, and professional information.
• Contact Forms: Information you submit through contact forms, newsletter subscriptions, speaker applications, and sponsorship inquiries.
• Event Participation: Information collected during events such as photos, videos, and attendance records.
• Account Information: If you create an account, we collect login credentials and profile information.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Browser Information: Device type, operating system, browser type, and IP address.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, referring URLs, and navigation patterns.
• Cookies and Tracking: Information collected through cookies and similar technologies (see Cookie Policy).

3. Event Registration Data

When you register for our events through external registration platforms (such as Eventbrite or similar services), those platforms are the primary data controllers. We receive your registration information to:

• Manage event attendance and access
• Communicate event updates and logistics
• Analyze event participation patterns
• Send post-event surveys and follow-up communications

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Event registration and attendance management
• Sending event updates, reminders, and communications
• Marketing and promotional communications (with your consent)
• Improving our website and services
• Analyzing website traffic and user behavior
• Responding to inquiries and customer support
• Complying with legal obligations
• Preventing fraud and enhancing security

5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Third-Party Service Providers: Event registration platforms, email service providers, and analytics providers
• Event Sponsors: With your consent, we may share attendee information with event sponsors for networking purposes
• Legal Compliance: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In the event of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

6. Third-Party Registration Platforms

Our events are registered through third-party platforms (such as Eventbrite). These platforms have their own privacy policies governing how they handle your data. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before registering. We are not responsible for their data practices.

7. Photo and Video Consent

Events may be photographed or videotaped. By attending our events, you may be photographed or filmed. Your image may be used in promotional materials, social media, and event recaps unless you specifically opt out. Please inform event staff if you do not wish to be photographed.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Vietnamese Data Protection Compliance

Our data practices comply with Vietnamese law including the Law on Information Technology, the Law on Telecommunications, and applicable regulations. Users in Vietnam have rights including:

• Right to access your personal information
• Right to request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to request deletion in certain circumstances
• Right to withdraw consent for data processing

10. User Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information we hold
• Request correction or deletion of inaccurate information
• Opt-out of marketing communications at any time
• Withdraw consent for data processing
• Lodge a complaint with relevant data protection authorities

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@blockchainevents.vn

11. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, typically:

• Event Attendees: 2 years after event completion
• Newsletter Subscribers: Until you unsubscribe
• Speaker/Sponsor Information: 3 years
• Legal Records: As required by law (minimum 5 years)

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and stored in countries other than Vietnam. These countries may have data protection laws different from Vietnam. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information as described in this policy.

13. Children's Privacy

Our website and events are not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, we will delete such information and terminate the child's account if applicable.

14. Updates to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The effective date will be updated at the top of this page. Your continued use of our website and services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

15. Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your privacy rights, contact us at: