Privacy Policy
Last updated: 19 May 2026
Roar Media Limited (“Roar Media”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your personal data when you:
register for or attend our events or conferences,
purchase tickets,
subscribe to communications,
use our websites or digital services,
interact with sponsors, exhibitors, or partners at our events.
By registering for, attending, or engaging with a Roar Media event or service, you acknowledge and accept the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
Roar Media Limited organises business conferences, exhibitions, networking events, and digital content services designed to help professionals connect, learn, and stay informed within their industries.
For the purposes of applicable data protection legislation, including the UK GDPR, EU GDPR (where applicable), and the Data Protection Act 2018, Roar Media Limited is the Data Controller responsible for your personal data.
Our services are intended for individuals aged 18 years or older. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
2. Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:
a) Business and Contact Information
Including:
Full name
Email address
Telephone number
Postal address
Job title
Employer or company name
b) Event Registration and Attendance Information
Including:
Ticket purchases and registration details
Event attendance history
Session registrations and participation
Networking activity
Dietary or accessibility requirements voluntarily provided by you
c) Technical and Usage Information
When you use our websites, apps, or digital platforms, we may collect:
IP address
Browser type and version
Device information
Operating system
Geographic location
Pages viewed and content accessed
Search activity
Email opens and link clicks
Connection and analytics data
This information may be collected using technologies such as Google Analytics, cookies, pixels, and similar tracking tools.
d) Communications and Other Information
Including:
Communications with us by email, telephone, live chat, or social media
Survey responses and feedback
Preferences and consent choices
Information submitted through forms or applications
We do not intentionally collect special category personal data unless specifically required for accessibility or event participation purposes and voluntarily provided by you.
3. How We Use Your Personal Data
We may use your personal data to:
Manage and administer events and registrations
Deliver our services and digital content
Verify your identity
Personalise your experience
Respond to enquiries and customer support requests
Send important event updates and operational communications
Conduct analytics, research, and reporting
Improve our services and event experience
Send marketing communications where permitted
Facilitate networking and business opportunities
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
Prevent fraud, misuse, or security incidents
4. Sponsor, Exhibitor, and Partner Data Sharing
Roar Media events are often supported by sponsors, exhibitors, and commercial partners.
Where you interact with sponsors, exhibitors, or partners, your personal data may be shared with them, including where you:
allow your badge to be scanned,
attend sponsored sessions or meetings,
request information,
download sponsor content,
participate in competitions or surveys,
interact with sponsor booths or networking areas,
use event applications or matchmaking platforms.
These organisations may contact you regarding their products, services, or related business opportunities in accordance with applicable data protection laws and their own privacy policies.
Where required by law, consent mechanisms will be provided.
5. Event Technology and Networking Platforms
Our events may use technologies including:
event apps,
networking platforms,
QR code or badge scanning,
RFID or NFC technology,
attendee matchmaking systems,
livestreaming and virtual event platforms.
These tools may process attendee information to facilitate networking, analytics, event access, and personalised event experiences.
6. Photography, Filming, and Recording
Photography, filming, livestreaming, and audio recording may take place at our events for promotional, marketing, editorial, and commercial purposes.
By attending a Roar Media event, you acknowledge that your image, likeness, voice, or comments may appear in:
photographs,
videos,
livestreams,
social media content,
promotional materials,
future event marketing.
If you do not wish to appear in event media coverage, please notify a member of the event team where reasonably possible.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
improve website functionality,
personalise user experiences,
analyse traffic and engagement,
support marketing and advertising activities.
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain website functionality.
8. Third-Party Websites and Services
Our services may contain links to third-party websites, applications, or platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties.
We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.
9. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:
Consent
Where you have provided consent for specific activities, such as receiving marketing communications.
Contractual Necessity
Where processing is necessary to fulfil our obligations relating to your registration, attendance, or purchases.
Legitimate Interests
Where processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests, including:
operating and improving our events and services,
promoting relevant business opportunities,
facilitating sponsor engagement,
ensuring event security and administration.
When relying on legitimate interests, we carefully balance our interests against your rights and freedoms.
Legal Obligations
Where processing is required to comply with applicable laws or regulatory obligations.
10. Sharing Your Personal Data
We may share your personal data with:
event sponsors, exhibitors, and partners,
service providers and suppliers,
ticketing providers,
CRM and email marketing platforms,
analytics and technology providers,
payment processors,
professional advisers,
legal or regulatory authorities where required.
All third parties processing personal data on our behalf are required to implement appropriate security and confidentiality measures.
11. International Transfers
Where personal data is transferred outside the UK or European Economic Area, we will ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
12. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, including:
event administration,
legal and financial record keeping,
dispute resolution,
business analytics,
maintaining marketing suppression records.
Typically, personal data may be retained for up to seven (7) years unless a longer retention period is legally required.
13. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational security measures designed to protect personal data from:
unauthorised access,
disclosure,
alteration,
loss,
misuse,
destruction.
However, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
14. Your Rights
Under applicable data protection law, you may have the right to:
access your personal data,
correct inaccurate data,
request deletion of your data,
restrict processing,
object to processing,
withdraw consent,
request data portability,
lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
Marketing Communications
You can unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time using the unsubscribe link included in our emails or by contacting us directly.
Right to Erasure
Where applicable, you may request deletion of your personal data. We may need to verify your identity before processing such requests.
15. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests relating to this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:
16. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, business operations, or services.
Any material changes will be communicated appropriately via our website, email communications, or other suitable methods.
17. Event Code of Conduct
All attendees, sponsors, exhibitors, speakers, and participants are expected to comply with the applicable event Code of Conduct to ensure a safe, respectful, and professional environment for all participants.
