This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you interact with the CodepointConf Chicago 2026 website (https://codepointconf.com), organized by The Association of Information Technology Experts ("AITEX," "we," "us," or "our"). By registering for CodepointConf Chicago or submitting your information through any of our forms, you agree to the terms outlined below.

CodepointConf Chicago 2026 is organized by The Association of Information Technology Experts (AITEX), an association organized under the laws of the State of California, United States of America. AITEX is dedicated to fostering innovation in technology and artificial intelligence and bringing together IT professionals to share knowledge, experience, and responsible practices. Organizer website: https://aitex.tech. Event website: https://codepointconf.com. Contact email: contact@aitex.tech.

When you register for the conference or interact with our platform, we may collect personal data including your full name, email address, country, company or organization, professional role or title, area of expertise, LinkedIn profile URL (optional), registration type (attendee or speaker), talk title and description (for speakers), and communications sent through our forms or support channels. We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal data or data from individuals under 18 years of age.

Your personal data is used solely for event management purposes such as processing and confirming registrations, managing speaker submissions and participation, and organizing conference activities; for communication purposes such as sending event-related updates, announcements, and responding to inquiries; for recognition and publication purposes such as publishing speaker or award information with your consent; for platform operations including ensuring security and improving website performance; and for legal compliance and protection of AITEX’s legitimate interests. We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for commercial marketing purposes.

We process personal data based on your consent when you voluntarily submit information, contractual necessity to provide event participation, legitimate interest in operating and improving the conference, and legal obligations where applicable.

We may share personal data with trusted service providers for website hosting, technical infrastructure, and communication delivery; publicly disclose limited information such as speaker profiles or award recipients with your consent; or disclose information where required by law or to protect rights, safety, or property.
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including encrypted transmission, restricted access to authorized personnel, and secure hosting infrastructure. Data is primarily stored in the United States, and any international transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to access your personal data, request correction or deletion, restrict or object to processing, and withdraw consent at any time. Requests may be sent to contact@aitex.tech, and we will respond within 30 days.

The CodepointConf website may use essential cookies required for security and functionality, as well as optional analytics cookies that collect anonymous usage data to improve performance. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

We retain personal data only as long as necessary: registration data for up to 12 months after the event, speaker submissions for conference records with consent, and communication data for up to 6 months, unless longer retention is required by law.

CodepointConf Chicago is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. Our website may contain links to third-party services, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time, and any changes will be reflected on the website with an updated effective date. For any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, you may contact The Association of Information Technology Experts at contact@aitex.tech.

By registering for CodepointConf Chicago 2026, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy and consent to the processing of your personal data as described herein.

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