Privacy Policy
Introduction
This website and event are owned and operated by TECXA. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy notice describes how we look after your personal data when you visit our website, register for our events, and participate in the Sri Lanka FinTech Summit, and tells you about your privacy rights and how the law protects you.
Important Information and Who We Are
Purpose of this Privacy Notice
This privacy notice aims to give you information on how TECXA collects and processes your personal data through your use of this website and participation in the Sri Lanka FinTech Summit, including any data you may provide when you register for events, engage our services, or participate in our activities.
It is important that you read this privacy notice together with any other privacy notice or fair processing notice we may provide on specific occasions when we are collecting or processing personal data about you so that you are fully aware of how and why we are using your data
Controller
TECXA is the controller and responsible for your personal data (collectively referred to as “TECXA”, “we”, “us” or “our” in this privacy notice).
If you have any questions about this privacy notice, including any requests to exercise your legal rights, please contact us using the details set out below.
Contact Details
Our full details are:
Full name of legal entity: TECXA (PVT) LTD
Email address: privacy@tecxaltd.com
Postal address: 07, Rajakiya Mawatha, Colombo 07, Sri Lanka.
Phone: +94-11-4493087
You have the right to make a complaint at any time to the relevant data protection authority in Sri Lanka. We would, however, appreciate the chance to deal with your concerns before you approach any regulatory authority, so please contact us in the first instance.
Changes to the Privacy Notice
This version was last updated on12th of June 2025..
It is important that the personal data we hold about you is accurate and current. Please keep us informed if your personal data changes during your relationship with us.
Third-Party Links
This website may include links to third-party websites, plug-ins and applications. Clicking on those links or enabling those connections may allow third parties to collect or share data about you. We do not control these third-party websites and are not responsible for their privacy statements. When you leave our website, we encourage you to read the privacy notice of every website you visit.
The Data We Collect About You
Personal data means any information about an individual from which that person can be identified. It does not include data where the identity has been removed (anonymous data).
We may collect, use, store and transfer different kinds of personal data about you which we have grouped together as follows:
- Identity Data includes first name, last name, title, designation, company name, and professional credentials
- Contact Data includes business address, email address, telephone numbers, and LinkedIn profile
- Financial Data includes payment card details and transaction information for event registration
- Event Data includes registration details, session preferences, networking interests, dietary requirements, and attendance records
- Technical Data includes internet protocol (IP) address, login data, browser type and version, time zone setting, device information, and other technology data
- Profile Data includes username and password, event registrations, preferences, interests, feedback and survey responses
- Usage Data includes information about how you use our website, mobile app, and event services
- Marketing and Communications Data includes your preferences in receiving marketing communications and event updates
- Media Data includes photographs, videos, and audio recordings from events where you may appear
We also collect, use and share “Aggregated Data” such as statistical or demographic data for analysis purposes. Aggregated Data may be derived from your personal data but is not considered personal data as this data does not directly or indirectly reveal your identity.
We do not collect any Special Categories of Personal Data about you (such as details about your race, ethnicity, religious beliefs, political opinions, health data, or biometric data) unless specifically required for accessibility accommodations or dietary requirements for events.
How Is Your Personal Data Collected?
We use different methods to collect data from and about you including through:
Direct Interactions
You may give us your personal data by filling in forms or by corresponding with us. This includes personal data you provide when you:
- Register for the Sri Lanka FinTech Summit or other events
- Subscribe to our newsletters or updates
- Download event materials or resources
- Submit speaker or sponsor applications
- Complete surveys and feedback forms
- Contact us through our website or email
- Attend our events, networking sessions, or workshops
- Participate in competitions or prize draws
Automated Technologies
As you interact with our website and mobile applications, we may automatically collect Technical Data about your equipment, browsing actions and patterns. We collect this personal data by using cookies, server logs and other similar technologies.
Third Parties
We may receive personal data about you from various third parties:
- Analytics providers such as Google Analytics
- Payment processors such as payment gateways
- Social media platforms like LinkedIn
- Event partners and sponsors
- Professional networking platforms
How We Use Your Personal Data
We will only use your personal data when the law allows us to. Most commonly, we will use your personal data in the following circumstances:
- Where we need to perform the contract we are about to enter into or have entered into with you
- Where it is necessary for our legitimate interests and your interests and fundamental rights do not override those interests
- Where we need to comply with a legal or regulatory obligation
- Where you have given us your consent
Purposes for Which We Will Use Your Personal Datas and services
Purpose/Activity | Type of Data | Lawful Basis |
To register you for events | Identity, Contact, Financial | Performance of contract |
To process payments and registrations | Identity, Contact, Financial, Transaction | Performance of contract |
To manage event logistics and communications | Identity, Contact, Event, Profile | Performance of contract, Legitimate interests |
To provide event networking and matchmaking | Identity, Contact, Profile | Legitimate interests (with consent) |
To send event updates and communications | Identity, Contact, Marketing | Legitimate interests, Consent |
To improve our events and services | Usage, Technical, Profile | Legitimate interests |
To create marketing materials and case studies | Identity, Contact, Media | Consent |
To ensure event security and safety | Identity, Contact, Technical | Legitimate interests, Legal obligation |
Marketing and Communications
We may use your Identity, Contact, and Profile Data to send you information about upcoming events, industry insights, and services that may be of interest to you.
You will receive marketing communications from us if you have:
- Registered for our events
- Subscribed to our newsletters
- Provided consent to receive marketing materials
You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by:
- Clicking the unsubscribe link in any email
- Contacting us directly
- Updating your preferences in your account settings
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your personal data with the following parties:
Event Partners and Sponsors
With your consent, we may share your contact details with event sponsors and partners for networking and business development purposes.
Service Providers
We work with trusted service providers who help us deliver our events and services, including:
- Payment processors
- Event management platforms
- Marketing and communication platforms
- Photography and videography services
- Catering and venue providers
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your personal data if required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others.
International Transfers
Some of our service providers may be based outside Sri Lanka. When we transfer your personal data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
Data Security
We have implemented appropriate security measures to prevent your personal data from being accidentally lost, used, or accessed in an unauthorized way. Access to your personal data is limited to those who have a business need to know.
Data Retention
We will only retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes we collected it for, including for legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
Generally, we retain:
- Event registration data for 3 years after the event
- Marketing communications data until you unsubscribe
- Financial transaction data for 7 years for tax purposes
- Website analytics data for 2 years
Your Legal Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Delete your personal data in certain circumstances
- Object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Restrict processing in certain circumstances
- Data portability - receive your data in a structured format
- Withdraw consent where we rely on consent for processing
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided above.
Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. For more information about our use of cookies, please see our separate Cookie Policy.
Photography and Media
During our events, we may take photographs and videos for promotional purposes. By attending our events, you consent to being photographed or recorded. If you do not wish to be included in such materials, please inform our staff at the event.
Children's Privacy
Our events and services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 18.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
TECXA
Full name of legal entity: TECXA (PVT) LTD
Email address: privacy@tecxaltd.com
Postal address: 07, Rajakiya Mawatha, Colombo 07, Sri Lanka.
Phone: +94-11-4493087
This privacy policy was last updated on 10.06.2025 and applies to the Sri Lanka FinTech Summit and all TECXA events and services.