Last updated: 20th February 2026

TEDxChichester is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, and how we use and store it.

TEDxChichester is an independently organised TEDx event operated under licence from TED. TEDxChichester is solely responsible for the data collected through this website and related event activities.

1. What information we collect
We may collect the following types of personal data:

a) Email sign-ups
• Name (if provided)
• Email address

b) Speaker applications
• Name and contact details
• Your audition video link
• Information you provide in your application form
• Any additional materials you choose to submit

c) General enquiries
• Name
• Email address
• Any information you include in your message

d) Website usage
We may collect anonymised analytics data (e.g, page views, device type) to help us understand how the website is used. This does not identify you personally.

2. How we use your information
We use your data to:
• Send updates about TEDxChichester (e.g, ticket alerts, announcements)
• Process and review speaker applications
• Respond to enquiries
• Manage event operations
• Improve our website and communications
We will never sell your data or use it for purposes unrelated to TEDxChichester.

3. Legal basis for processing
We process your data under one or more of the following lawful bases:
• Consent — when you sign up for updates or submit an application
• Legitimate interest — to run and promote the TEDxChichester event
• Contract — when we need to contact selected speakers or partners
You can withdraw your consent at any time.

4. How we store and protect your data
Your data is stored securely and only accessible to the TEDxChichester organising team and trusted service providers (e.g, email platforms) who support event delivery.
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your information from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.

5. How long we keep your data
We keep your data only for as long as necessary:
• Email sign-ups: until you unsubscribe
• Speaker applications: We may store information for future events.
• Enquiries: up to 12 months after resolution
You can request deletion at any time.

6. Your rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Object to certain types of processing
• Request a copy of your data in a portable format
To exercise any of these rights, contact us via email at tedxchichester@gmail.com

7. Third-party services
We may use trusted third-party tools (e.g, email platforms, analytics services) to support event delivery. These providers only process data on our behalf and in accordance with GDPR.
We do not share your data with TED or other TEDx organisers unless we ask your prior permission. 

8. Links to external sites
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.

9. Updates to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

10. Contact us - you can contact us by email at: tedxchichester@gmail.com
For questions about this policy or your data, please contact: TEDxChichester@gmail.com