Privacy Policy

    Hacking HR Lab

    Effective Date: January 1, 2026 | Last Updated: January 1, 2026

    This Privacy Policy explains how HR Tech Conferences LLC, doing business as Hacking HR ("Hacking HR," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, shares, and sells personal information through our website and services, including https://www.hackinghrlab.io (the "Website").

    Hacking HR Lab is a global learning platform and community for HR and people leaders. Transparency around data use is important to us.

    1. Who We Are

    Hacking HR Lab provides:

    • Membership-based learning and community access
    • Virtual and in-person events
    • Certificate programs and workshops
    • Research, content, and professional development experiences

    2. Data Controller & Contact Information

    Hacking HR is the Data Controller under applicable data protection laws.

    Privacy Contact

    3. Personal Information We Collect

    Information You Provide

    We may collect:

    • Name
    • Email address
    • LinkedIn profile
    • Job title, company name, and industry
    • Event registration and attendance details
    • Membership status and preferences
    • Communications with us

    Information Collected Automatically

    We may collect:

    • IP address
    • Device and browser type
    • Pages visited and usage activity
    • Cookies and analytics data

    4. How We Use Personal Information

    We use personal information to:

    • Provide access to membership services and events
    • Register and manage event participation
    • Communicate with members and attendees
    • Deliver learning programs and community experiences
    • Improve our Website, events, and offerings
    • Operate sponsorship and partnership programs
    • Comply with legal obligations

    5. Sale and Sharing of Personal Information

    Sponsored Events & Lead Sales

    For sponsored events and sponsorship programs, Hacking HR sells and/or shares limited personal information of registrants and attendees with sponsoring partners.

    This information may include:

    • Name
    • Email address
    • LinkedIn profile
    • Job title and company name (if provided)

    This data is shared or sold as part of sponsorship packages and enables us to offer free or reduced-cost events to our community.

    Under certain privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), this sharing may be considered a "sale" or "sharing" of personal information.

    6. Your Right to Opt Out of Sale or Sharing

    You have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information.

    You may do so by:

    • Not registering for sponsored events
    • Adjusting your preferences during event registration (where available)
    • Contacting us at support@hackinghr.io

    We do not sell personal information of individuals under 16.

    7. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

    Where GDPR applies, we process personal data based on:

    • Contractual necessity
    • Consent (including explicit consent for sponsored events where applicable)
    • Legitimate interests
    • Legal obligations

    8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

    We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the Website, understand usage, and support marketing and sponsorship activities. Optional cookies are subject to user consent.

    9. Service Providers

    We work with trusted service providers (such as analytics, email, payment, and event platforms). These providers process data only as necessary to perform services on our behalf.

    10. Data Retention

    We retain personal information only as long as necessary for business, legal, and contractual purposes.

    11. Your Privacy Rights

    Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

    • Access your personal data
    • Request correction or deletion
    • Restrict or object to processing
    • Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information
    • Withdraw consent
    • Receive a copy of your data

    California residents have additional rights under CCPA/CPRA.

    12. How to Exercise Your Rights

    Submit requests to:

    • Email: support@hackinghr.io

    We may verify your identity before responding.

    13. Security

    We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect personal information.

    14. Children's Privacy

    Our services are not intended for individuals under 16, and we do not knowingly sell or collect personal information from children under 16.

    15. Updates to This Policy

    We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of the Website indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

    16. Contact Us