Terms of
Service

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing our website at privasea.land, completing an Event registration form, purchasing a ticket, or attending the Privasea Summit Goa 2026 in any capacity, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms and any additional guidelines, policies, or rules that may be published from time to time in connection with the Event.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Privasea. If you are registering on behalf of an organisation, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that organisation to these Terms, and references to "you" shall include that organisation.

Eligibility

The Privasea Summit is intended for professionals in the fields of privacy, data protection, AI governance, cybersecurity, legal compliance, and related disciplines. By registering, you confirm that:

• You are at least 18 years of age at the time of the Event.
• You possess the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements.
• The information provided during registration is accurate, current, and complete.
• You are not subject to any legal restrictions that would prevent you from attending events in India.
• You will comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and these Terms throughout your attendance.

Privasea reserves the right to verify eligibility and to refuse or revoke registration at its sole discretion, including in cases of misrepresentation or breach of these Terms.

Registration & Tickets

All attendees must complete a valid registration to gain access to the Privasea Summit 2026. Tickets are issued on a first-come, first-served basis and are subject to availability.

• Each ticket is valid for one named individual only and is non-transferable without prior written approval from Privasea.
• Transfer requests must be submitted at least 14 days before the Event start date. Approved transfers may be subject to an administration fee.
• Badges and access credentials must be worn or presented at all times on Event premises.
• Lost or stolen badges must be reported immediately to the registration desk; a replacement fee may apply.
• Group registrations of five or more delegates may be eligible for special rates — contact us directly for details.
• Privasea reserves the right to limit the number of registrations from any single organisation.

Your ticket grants access only to the specific sessions and areas outlined in your chosen ticket tier. Access to exclusive sessions, workshops, or invitation-only events may require separate approval or registration.

Payment & Pricing

All ticket prices are listed in Indian Rupees (INR) unless otherwise stated. Prices are inclusive of applicable GST. Privasea accepts payment via credit card, debit card, net banking, and authorised payment gateways as displayed at checkout.

1. Payment must be completed in full at the time of registration. Your registration is not confirmed until payment has been successfully processed.
2. Early-bird pricing is available for a limited period and is subject to change or withdrawal at Privasea's discretion without prior notice.
3. If a transaction fails, you are responsible for reattempting payment or contacting our support team. Privasea is not liable for seats lost due to failed transactions.
4. Invoices and tax receipts will be issued electronically to the email address provided at registration.
5. Any payment disputes must be raised within 30 days of the transaction date by contacting [email protected].

Cancellations & Refunds

We understand that plans can change. Our refund policy is as follows:

• 90 days or more before the Event: Full refund of the ticket price, less a 10% administrative processing fee.
• 60–89 days before the Event: 75% refund of the ticket price.
• 30–59 days before the Event: 50% refund of the ticket price.
• Less than 30 days before the Event: No refund will be issued. You may request a ticket transfer to another eligible individual subject to Section 3.
• No-shows: No refund will be issued for registrants who do not attend without prior cancellation.

All cancellations must be submitted in writing to [email protected]. The date of receipt of the written cancellation request will determine the applicable refund tier. Approved refunds will be processed within 15 working days to the original payment method.

RSVP (complimentary) registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable by nature. Privasea reserves the right to reallocate RSVP places if the registered individual does not confirm attendance within the required timeframe.

Code of Conduct

The Privasea Summit is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and professionally respectful environment for all attendees, speakers, sponsors, partners, and staff. All participants are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the highest professional standards.

The following behaviours are strictly prohibited at the Event and on Event premises:

• Harassment, intimidation, or discrimination of any kind, including on the basis of gender, race, religion, nationality, disability, age, or sexual orientation.
• Threatening, abusive, or offensive language or behaviour, whether verbal, written, or physical.
• Unauthorised recording, photography, or distribution of another person's likeness without explicit consent.
• Solicitation or unsolicited commercial promotion outside designated sponsor areas.
• Possession or use of illegal substances on Event premises.
• Disruption of sessions, workshops, or any Event programming.
• Misrepresentation of professional credentials, affiliation, or identity.

Violations of the Code of Conduct may result in immediate removal from the Event without refund, and may be reported to relevant authorities where appropriate. Privasea's decisions regarding Code of Conduct enforcement are final.

Intellectual Property

All content presented at the Privasea Summit — including but not limited to presentations, keynote addresses, panel discussions, workshop materials, slide decks, reports, and research — is the intellectual property of the respective speaker, presenter, or sponsoring organisation, unless otherwise stated.

• Attendees may not reproduce, distribute, publish, or commercialise any Event content without prior written permission from the respective rights holder.
• Personal notes taken during sessions are permitted for private use only.
• The Privasea Summit name, logo, branding, and associated marks are the exclusive property of Privasea. Unauthorised use is strictly prohibited.
• Any third-party content referenced during sessions remains the property of its respective owners and is used under applicable licences or fair use provisions.

Where Privasea creates original materials for the Event — including the programme, website content, and promotional assets — all rights are reserved by Privasea. Requests for licensed use of Privasea-owned materials should be directed to [email protected].

Privacy & Data

Privasea is deeply committed to the responsible handling of personal data, consistent with the principles we champion. By registering for the Event, you acknowledge and consent to the collection and use of your personal information as described in our Privacy Policy, available at privasea.land/privacy-policy.

In summary, the personal data you provide may be used to:

• Process and confirm your registration and attendance.
• Issue badges, communications, and Event-related materials.
• Facilitate networking features (where you have opted in).
• Share relevant information with sponsors and partners (where you have provided consent).
• Improve future editions of the Privasea Summit through post-event surveys and analytics.
• Comply with applicable legal and regulatory obligations under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA) and other relevant legislation.

You may exercise your rights as a data principal under applicable law at any time by contacting [email protected]. We will respond to verifiable requests within the timeframes prescribed by law.

Photography & Media

The Privasea Summit will be photographed, filmed, and potentially live-streamed for promotional, archival, and editorial purposes. By attending the Event, you grant Privasea a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide licence to use your image, likeness, and voice captured at the Event in any media format, including but not limited to print, digital, social media, and broadcast.

Attendees who wish to conduct media coverage, interviews, or official recording at the Event must obtain prior accreditation from Privasea's press team. Accredited media are required to abide by all Event rules and the Code of Conduct. Recording in private and invitation-only sessions is prohibited without explicit written consent from both Privasea and the relevant speakers.

Liability & Disclaimers

You attend the Privasea Summit at your own risk. Privasea, its directors, employees, contractors, volunteers, sponsors, and partners shall not be liable for any loss, damage, injury, or expense arising from or connected with your attendance at the Event, including but not limited to:

• Personal injury or illness sustained on Event premises.
• Loss, theft, or damage to personal property.
• Travel disruptions, accommodation issues, or costs arising from Event postponement or cancellation.
• Reliance on any information, advice, or opinion expressed by speakers or other attendees.
• Technical failures affecting website, registration, or virtual access platforms.

The views and opinions expressed by speakers and panellists at the Event are those of the individuals concerned and do not necessarily represent the views of Privasea or its organisers. Privasea makes no representations regarding the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of such content.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Privasea's aggregate liability to any attendee shall not exceed the ticket price paid by that attendee for the Event.

Changes to the Event

Privasea reserves the right to make changes to the Event programme, speakers, venue, dates, format, or any other aspect of the Event at any time, without prior notice. Such changes do not entitle attendees to a refund unless the Event is cancelled entirely.

In the unlikely event that the Privasea Summit 2026 is cancelled due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control — including but not limited to natural disasters, government directives, public health emergencies, or acts of force majeure — Privasea will endeavour to:

• Provide reasonable notice of cancellation via email and the Event website.
• Offer affected ticket holders a credit toward a future edition of the Privasea Summit, or a partial refund at Privasea's discretion.
• Not be liable for any indirect losses, including travel and accommodation costs, incurred by attendees.

If the Event is converted to a hybrid or fully virtual format, Privasea will endeavour to maintain the quality and integrity of the programme. No refund will be issued solely on the basis of a format change.

Website Use

Access to the Privasea Summit website at privasea.land is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. By using this website, you agree that:

• You will not use the website for any unlawful purpose or in a manner that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair our servers or networks.
• You will not attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the website, other accounts, computer systems, or networks connected to the website.
• You will not introduce viruses, trojans, worms, or other malicious or technologically harmful material.
• You will not scrape, harvest, or collect data from the website without Privasea's express written permission.
• Any content you submit through the website (including feedback forms) may be used by Privasea without obligation of compensation.

Privasea makes no warranty that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free from viruses or other harmful components. We reserve the right to withdraw, modify, or discontinue any part of the website at any time without notice.

Governing Law & Disputes

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any dispute arising out of or in connection with these Terms, including any question regarding its existence, validity, or termination, shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Goa, India.

In the event of a dispute, the parties agree to first attempt resolution through good-faith negotiation. If a dispute cannot be resolved informally within 30 days, either party may refer the matter to arbitration in accordance with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 (as amended). The seat of arbitration shall be Panaji, Goa, and proceedings shall be conducted in English.

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests relating to these Terms of Service, the Event, or your registration, please reach out to us through the following channels: