Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 22, 2026

1. Introduction

Connect Events, Inc. ("we," "our," or "us") operates the website connectevents.co and produces the Beats on the Beltline event series. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or attend our events.

Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Sign up for our email newsletter
  • Apply to be a DJ, vendor, or volunteer
  • Submit a contact form
  • Interact with our social media

This information may include:

  • Name (first and last)
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Business information (for vendors)
  • Social media handles (for DJ applications)
  • Any other information you choose to provide

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Referring website

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Send event updates, newsletters, and promotional materials
  • Process and respond to DJ, vendor, and volunteer applications
  • Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
  • Improve our website and event experiences
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Prevent fraudulent activity and ensure security

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We use third-party service providers to help us operate our website and events:

  • Google Sheets: For managing form submissions and applications
  • SendGrid: For sending email communications
  • Cloudinary: For hosting and delivering event photos

These service providers have access to your information only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are obligated to protect your information.

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).

4.3 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Newsletter subscribers' information is retained until they unsubscribe.

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
  • Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@connectevents.co.

7. Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (such as social media platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

10. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. By using our website, you consent to such transfers.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this privacy policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us: