Privacy Policy for IQT KOREA 2026

The Organizing Secretariat for the IQT KOREA 2026 (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information in connection with your registration and participation in the IQT KOREA 2026.
All personal information handled by the IQT KOREA 2026 is collected, processed, and managed in accordance with Republic of Korea’s Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) and other relevant data protection regulations. By providing your information, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you register for the IQT KOREA 2026, submit a registration, or communicate with us. The types of personal information we may collect include:
Identity and Contact Information: Full name, title, affiliation/organization, mailing address, email address, and phone number.
Registration and Payment Information: Registration category, and payment details. Please note that credit card information is processed directly by our secure third-party payment gateway and is not stored on our servers.
Technical Data: We may automatically collect information when you visit our website, such as your IP address, browser type, and operating system, to ensure the proper functioning and security of our site.
Media: Your image and/or voice may be recorded in photographs or videos taken during the IQT KOREA 2026.

2. Purpose of Data Collection and Use
Your personal information is collected and used for the following legitimate purposes:
To Manage the IQT KOREA 2026: To process your registration, facilitate your participation, and communicate important updates about the event.
To Provide Services: To issue invoices, provide certificates of attendance, and address your inquiries and requests.
To Improve User Experience: To analyze website usage and improve our services and communications.
For Archival and Promotional Purposes: Photographs and videos taken during the event may be used on our website, social media channels, and in future promotional materials for IQT events.
To Comply with Legal Obligations: To fulfill our legal and administrative duties.

3. Data Retention and Destruction
We will retain your personal information for the period necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy and to comply with our legal and administrative obligations. In principle, your personal information will be destroyed within one (1) year after the IQT KOREA 2026 concludes. The destruction process, along with any legally required exceptions for longer retention, will be handled in strict accordance with Republic of Korea’s Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA).
Once the retention period expires or the purpose of collection has been achieved, your information will be destroyed in a secure and irreversible manner:
Electronic files will be deleted using technical methods that make recovery impossible.
Paper documents will be shredded or incinerated.

4. Sharing and Disclosure to Third Parties
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers only when necessary to manage the IQT KOREA 2026. These parties include:
IQT KOREA 2026 Management Partner (D.Bridge) : To facilitate event logistics, management, and registration.
Payment Processors (Eximbay): To securely handle financial transactions.
We will ensure that any third parties with access to your data are bound by confidentiality obligations and comply with relevant data protection laws.

5. Your Rights as a Data Subject
In accordance with the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA), you have the right to:
Request access to your personal information.
Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete information.
Request deletion of your personal information.
Request the suspension of the processing of your data.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will verify your identity before proceeding with your request.

6. Data Security
We are committed to ensuring the security of your personal information. We have implemented appropriate technical, physical, and administrative measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. This includes the use of encryption, access controls, and secure server environments.

7. Contact Information
For any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact our Data Protection Officer.
Organization: IQT KOREA 2026 Organizing Secretariat
Email: iqtkorea@iqtkorea.com
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We encourage you to review this page regularly.
Last Updated: 1 August 2026.