DRONERESPONDERS Event App Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 6/1/2026
Last Updated: 7/13/2026

DRONERESPONDERS ("DRONERESPONDERS," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide when using the DroneResponders Event App ("App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App and related event services.

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with the requirements of the Apple App Store and Google Play Store for mobile applications.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

Personal Information

When you register for an event or use the App, we may collect:

Name
Email address
Phone number
Organization or agency affiliation
Job title
Event registration information
Profile photo (if voluntarily provided)
Badge or attendee credentials

Event Participation Information

We may collect information related to your participation in events, including:

Session registrations
Attendance records
Event check-in activity
Survey responses
Poll responses
Networking interactions
Messages submitted through the App

Device Information

We may automatically collect certain information about the device you use, including:

Device type
Operating system version
Mobile device identifiers
IP address
App version
Diagnostic and crash information

Location Information

If permitted by your device settings, we may collect approximate or precise location information to:

Facilitate event-related services
Support location-based event features
Improve attendee experiences

Location services can be disabled at any time through your device settings.

2. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

Register and manage event participation
Deliver event schedules and content
Provide attendee support
Enable networking and communication features
Process event check-ins and badge printing
Send event-related notifications
Improve our App and services
Analyze event engagement and attendance
Protect the security and integrity of our systems
Comply with legal obligations

3. Push Notifications

The App may send:

Event reminders
Session updates
Emergency notifications
Schedule changes
Announcements relevant to event participation

You may manage notification preferences through your device settings.

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell personal information.

We may share information with:

Event Organizers

Information may be shared with authorized event organizers for event management purposes.

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted service providers that assist with:

Event management
Registration services
Data hosting
Analytics
Customer support
Communication services

These providers are authorized to use information only as necessary to provide services on our behalf.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required to:

Comply with applicable laws
Respond to legal requests
Protect safety and security
Protect the rights of DRONERESPONDERS and event participants

5. Analytics and Performance Monitoring

We may use analytics tools to understand how users interact with the App, including:

App usage statistics
Feature utilization
Performance metrics
Error and crash reports

Analytics data helps us improve user experience and app functionality.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

Provide services
Fulfill event-related obligations
Meet legal and regulatory requirements
Resolve disputes
Enforce agreements

Retention periods may vary depending on the nature of the information and applicable legal requirements.

7. Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction.

However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

Access your personal information
Correct inaccurate information
Request deletion of personal information
Object to certain processing activities
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
Request a copy of your data

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information provided below.

9. Children's Privacy

The App is intended for professional and educational event participants and is not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If we become aware that information has been collected from a child without appropriate consent, we will take reasonable steps to delete such information.

10. International Users

Users may access the App from jurisdictions outside the United States. By using the App, you acknowledge that your information may be processed and stored in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate.

11. Third-Party Links and Services

The App may contain links to third-party websites, sponsors, exhibitors, or external resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party services.

Users should review applicable third-party privacy policies before providing personal information.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes become effective when the updated Privacy Policy is posted in the App or on our website.

Continued use of the App after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, contact:

DRONERESPONDERS
Email: info@droneresponders.org
Website: https://droneresponders.org

By using the DRONERESPONDERS Event App, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this Privacy Policy.