Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 15 February, 2025

This Privacy Policy applies to both the Tersia website and the Tersia app. Both are part of the Tersia community platform, and your information is handled consistently across our site and app.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws. If you are located in the United Kingdom or European Economic Area (EEA), you have specific rights under the GDPR regarding your personal information.

1. Information We Collect

  • Account Information: When you register, we collect your name, email address, and contact details.
  • Event Details: If you create or join events, we collect information about the events you organize or attend.
  • Payment Information: If you make a payment, we collect billing details through a secure third-party payment processor.
  • Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device type.
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, and interactions with features.
  • Cookies: We use cookies to improve functionality and analyze website usage. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
  • Location Data: If you enable location services, we may collect and use your location to provide relevant event recommendations.

2. How We Use Your Information

  • Provide, personalize, and improve our services.
  • Manage event registrations and notifications.
  • Process payments securely.
  • Communicate updates, promotions, and important notices.
  • Analyze usage trends and enhance website performance.

3. Google Integration and OAuth

  • Google Account Access: Request access to your Google profile and calendar for authentication and event management.
  • Calendar Data: With your permission, we:
    • Add events you register for to your Google Calendar
    • May create, update, or delete calendar events that were created by us (we do not read or modify events not created by Tersia)
    • Never access any calendar data beyond event creation, update, or deletion of events we created
  • Data Storage: We store:
    • Your Google account ID for authentication
    • A refresh token for maintaining calendar access
    • Basic profile information (name and email)
  • Data Control: You can:
    • Revoke our access through your Google Account settings at any time
    • Request deletion of your stored Google credentials
    • Choose to use our service without Google integration

4. Sharing Your Information

  • With Event Organizers: If you register for an event, your name and contact details may be shared with the event organizer.
  • With Service Providers: Third-party vendors help us with payment processing, email delivery, and analytics.
    • Email Marketing: We use MailerLite to store your email address and send newsletters, updates, and marketing communications. You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by following the link in the email.
  • As Required by Law: To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests.

5. Your Rights

  • Access, update, or delete your account information.
  • Opt-out of marketing communications.
  • Withdraw consent for location tracking.
  • Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • If you are in the UK or EEA, you may also have the right to restrict or object to certain processing, request data portability, and lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority under the GDPR.

6. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encryption, secure servers, and regular audits. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services or comply with legal obligations.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before providing your information.

9. Age Restriction

Our services are intended for users aged 18-35. We do not knowingly collect information from individuals under 18.

For our externally published standards and safeguarding policy against child sexual abuse and exploitation (CSAE), please see our Standards Against Child Sexual Abuse & Exploitation.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated via email or website notification.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: info@tersia.com