Privacy

UX Brighton (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use and protect your personal data when you visit our website (uxbri.org) or attend our events.

Who we are

UX Brighton is a community-run series of UX events in Brighton, UK. Our contact email is [email protected].

What data we collect

UXDB

The public catalogue at /uxdb/ publishes professional information about speakers, events and sessions compiled from conference websites and other public sources. We use this to document the UX conference circuit and to promote UX Brighton events, including ticket sales for the current conference. Operator-only research data is not published.

To correct or remove a catalogue record, email [email protected]. More detail: About UXDB.

Website visitors

When you visit our website, we may collect:

• Usage data through analytics tools (pages visited, time on site, referral source, device type)
• Session recordings through Inspectlet (mouse movements, clicks, scrolls) to improve the user experience
• Cookie data as described in Cookies

Event attendees

When you purchase tickets or attend our events, we may collect:

• Name and email address (via our ticketing provider, Tito)
• Dietary requirements or accessibility needs (if you provide them)
• Photographs taken at events (for use on our website and social media)

Newsletter subscribers

If you subscribe to our mailing list, we collect your email address.

How we use your data

We use your data to:

• Run our events and process ticket purchases
• Send you information about upcoming events (if you have subscribed)
• Understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it
• Measure the effectiveness of our event promotion

Legal basis for processing

Under UK GDPR, we process your data on the following bases:

• Legitimate interests – website analytics and improvement, event promotion measurement
• Contract – processing ticket purchases and event attendance
• Consent – newsletter subscriptions, non-essential cookies (analytics and marketing)

Third-party services

We share data with the following third-party services:

For full details of the cookies these services use, see Cookies.

Data retention

• Analytics data is retained according to each provider’s default retention period (typically 14 months for GA4)
• Ticket purchase data is retained by Tito according to their privacy policy
• Newsletter subscriptions are retained until you unsubscribe
• Session recordings (Inspectlet) are retained for the duration of our subscription

Your rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Rectify inaccurate data
• Erase your data (“right to be forgotten”)
• Restrict processing of your data
• Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Data portability – receive your data in a portable format

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected].

Cookie management

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time. See Cookies for details on the cookies we use and how to control them.

Changes to this privacy policy

We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our website.

Privacy contact

If you have questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your data:

• Email: [email protected]
• Twitter: @uxbri

If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

Cookies

This policy explains the cookies used on uxbri.org and how you can manage them.

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences and understand how you use the site.

Essential cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function. They cannot be disabled.

Analytics cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it. They collect information anonymously.

Marketing cookies

These cookies track the effectiveness of our event promotion across social media platforms.

Embedded content cookies

Our website includes embedded content (such as YouTube videos) which may set their own cookies. We do not control these cookies.

Managing cookies

Browser settings

You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome
• Firefox
• Safari
• Edge

Opt-out links

• Google Analytics opt-out
• Facebook ad preferences
• Twitter privacy settings
• LinkedIn advertising preferences

Blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of this website, particularly ticket purchasing.

Changes to this cookie policy

We may update this policy when we add or remove tracking tools. The “last updated” date at the top shows when it was last revised.

Cookies contact

For questions about our use of cookies, contact [email protected].

See also Privacy.

Terms

These terms govern your use of the UX Brighton website (uxbri.org) and attendance at UX Brighton events.

Website usage

By using this website you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, please stop using the website.

This website is provided “as is”. We make reasonable efforts to keep it accurate and up to date, but do not guarantee that all content is complete or error-free.

Event attendance

Tickets

• Tickets are sold through our ticketing provider, Tito. Purchases are subject to Tito’s terms of service in addition to these terms.
• Ticket prices are listed excluding VAT unless stated otherwise.
• Group discounts are available for bulk purchases as shown on the event page.

Refunds

• Refund requests should be made by contacting [email protected].
• Refunds are handled on a case-by-case basis. We aim to be fair and reasonable.
• If we cancel an event, all ticket holders will receive a full refund.

Event changes

• We reserve the right to change speakers, schedules, or venues. We will communicate changes as soon as possible.
• In the unlikely event of cancellation, we will refund ticket purchases in full.

Code of conduct

All attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to behave respectfully. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. If you experience or witness unacceptable behaviour, please report it to an organiser immediately or email [email protected].

We reserve the right to refuse entry or remove anyone whose behaviour is disruptive or in violation of this policy, without refund.

Photography and recording

• Events may be photographed or recorded for use on our website, social media, and promotional materials.
• If you do not wish to be photographed, please inform an organiser at the event.
• Speaker talks may be recorded and published on our YouTube channel and website.

Intellectual property

• Content on this website (text, images, videos) is owned by UX Brighton or used with permission.
• Speaker content (talks, slides) remains the intellectual property of the respective speakers.
• You may share links to our content. You may not reproduce substantial portions without permission.

Liability

• We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of this website or attendance at our events, except where required by law.
• We are not responsible for the content of external websites we link to.

Changes to these terms

We may update these terms from time to time. Continued use of the website or attendance at events constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales.

Terms contact

For questions about these terms, contact [email protected].