Privacy Policy for HSICON 2027
The Hernia Society of India ("we," "us," "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and register for HSICON 2027.
1. Information We Collect
- Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, institution/hospital affiliation, specialization, country, city, and dietary preferences
- Payment Information: Billing address, payment method details (processed securely through third-party payment gateways)
- Communication Preferences: Your consent to receive updates, newsletters, and conference information
- Website Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our website (using cookies and similar technologies)
2. How We Use Your Information
- Process your conference registration and payment
- Send you confirmation details, invoices, and receipts
- Communicate conference updates, schedule changes, and important announcements
- Provide customer support and respond to your inquiries
- Generate conference materials and ID cards
- Send post-conference surveys and feedback requests
- Comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes
- Analyze website usage to improve our services
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information with:
- Conference Vendors: Hotels, catering services, and event management companies necessary to deliver conference services
- Payment Processors: Secure payment gateways to process your registration fees
- Legal Requirements: Law enforcement or regulatory authorities when required by law
- Successor Organizations: In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include encryption, secure servers, and restricted access controls. However, no transmission over the internet is completely secure.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to remember your preferences and improve user experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser. Some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
6. Your Rights
- Access: You have the right to request a copy of your personal information
- Correction: You can request corrections to inaccurate information
- Deletion: You may request deletion of your information, subject to legal requirements
- Opt-out: You can unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
- Portability: You may request your data in a portable format
7. Retention of Data
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Generally, we keep registration data for 3 years after the conference. You may request deletion at any time.
8. Children's Privacy
HSICON 2027 is not directed toward individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 18. If we become aware of such collection, we will promptly delete the information.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. Please review their privacy policies before providing your information.
10. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: techsupport@hsicon2027.com
Ashwin Hospital
Sathy Main Road
1, Alamu Nagar Road
Near GP Theatre
Gandhipuram
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu 641012
India
Last Updated: October 2026