Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 4/16/2026

Introduction

TEDx Innovation Drive (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you may provide while visiting our website, https://tedxinnovationdrive.com/.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information.

TEDx License and Independence

TEDx Innovation Drive is an independently organized event operated under a license from TED.

While we follow TEDx guidelines and share the mission of ideas worth spreading, TEDx Innovation Drive is not directly managed, controlled, or operated by TED. All event organization, communications, and data collection are handled by the TEDx Innovation Drive team.

Any information you provide through this website is collected and managed solely by TEDx Innovation Drive and not by TED.

TED does not receive or store personal information submitted through this website.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us
We may collect personal information when you:

Fill out a contact form
Register for the event
Apply as a speaker or volunteer
Subscribe to updates

This may include:

Name
Email address
Phone number
Any additional details you provide

Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

IP address
Browser type
Device information
Pages visited and time spent on the site

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Respond to inquiries and messages
Manage event registrations and participation
Communicate updates about TEDx Innovation Drive
Improve our website and user experience
Ensure the security of our website

We process your information based on your consent, our legitimate interest in operating and improving the event, and where necessary to fulfill contractual or legal obligations.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who process data on our behalf to support event operations, communications, and website functionality. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience.

These may be used to:

Understand how visitors use the site
Improve functionality and performance

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies if you prefer.

Third Party Links

Our website may contain links to third party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including managing event participation, communications, and complying with legal obligations. When no longer required, we will securely delete or anonymize the information.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Request access to your personal data
Request correction or deletion of your data
Opt out of certain communications

To make a request, please contact us using the information below.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

U.S. State Privacy Rights

Depending on your state of residence, you may have additional rights under applicable privacy laws, including the right to request access, deletion, or correction of your personal information. We will honor such requests as required by law.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Michael Carter
mcarter@cartermorse.com