This Privacy Policy describes how Hoboken SantaCon ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit hobokensantacon.com ("Site") or participate in Hoboken SantaCon 2026 ("Event"). By using the Site or purchasing a ticket, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Ticket purchases: Name, email address, phone number, and payment information (processed by SquadUP)
- Contact forms: Name, email, phone number, and message content
- Email sign-ups: Email address and name
Information Collected Automatically
- Device & browser data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type
- Usage data: Pages viewed, time spent on site, referring URLs, click behavior
- Cookies & similar technologies: See Section 4 below
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Process ticket purchases and send confirmation emails
- Communicate event details, updates, and check-in instructions
- Respond to your inquiries and support requests
- Improve our Site, services, and event experience
- Send promotional emails about future events (you can unsubscribe at any time)
- Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
- Comply with legal obligations
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:
- SquadUP: Our ticketing partner processes ticket purchases and payment information on our behalf. Their use of your data is governed by SquadUP's Privacy Policy.
- Analytics providers: We use Google Analytics and similar tools to understand site usage. These services collect anonymized data.
- Email marketing platforms: To send event communications and promotional content.
- Legal requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect the safety of our attendees or the public.
4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and improve site functionality
- Analyze site traffic and performance
- Deliver relevant advertising and measure ad effectiveness
- Enable third-party services (analytics, social media embeds)
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies — consult your browser's help documentation for instructions.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, including:
- Ticket and transaction data: Up to 3 years after the event for accounting and legal purposes
- Contact form submissions: Up to 1 year after resolution
- Email marketing data: Until you unsubscribe
- Analytics data: Retained in anonymized/aggregated form indefinitely
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Request a copy of your data in a portable format
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@hobokensantacon.com. We will respond within 30 days.
8. Children's Privacy
Hoboken SantaCon is a 21+ event. Our Site and services are not directed at children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18 years of age. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected information from a child, we will delete it promptly.
9. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, including SquadUP, social media platforms, and partner sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Hoboken SantaCon
Email: info@hobokensantacon.com
Website: hobokensantacon.com