Last updated: May 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how engage.aero (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data when you use https://engage.aero (the “Website”).

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling personal data in accordance with:

the UK General Data Protection Regulation (“UK GDPR”);
the Data Protection Act 2018; and
applicable English privacy and electronic communications laws.

By using the Website, you acknowledge the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Who We Are

engage.aero is an aviation and aerospace industry events directory and information platform.

For the purposes of UK data protection law, engage.aero is the “data controller” responsible for your personal data.

Contact:

engage.aero

Email: hello@engage.aero

Website: https://engage.aero

2. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of personal data.

Information You Provide Directly

This may include:

your name;
company name;
email address;
telephone number;
job title;
account information;
event submission information;
communications you send to us.

Information Collected Automatically

When you use the Website, we may automatically collect:

IP address;
browser type and version;
operating system;
device information;
pages viewed;
referral URLs;
dates and times of access;
approximate geographic location.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

improve Website functionality;
analyse traffic and usage;
remember preferences;
support security;
measure performance.

Please see our Cookie Policy for further information.

3. How We Use Personal Data

We may use personal data for the following purposes:

operating and maintaining the Website;
providing event listings and directory services;
responding to enquiries;
administering user accounts;
processing event submissions;
improving Website functionality and user experience;
monitoring Website security and preventing abuse;
sending service-related communications;
sending marketing communications where permitted by law;
complying with legal obligations.

4. Lawful Bases for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we rely on one or more of the following lawful bases:

Legitimate Interests

We process data where necessary for our legitimate interests, including:

operating the Website;
improving services;
maintaining security;
analysing usage;
promoting relevant industry content.

Consent

Where required by law, we rely on consent, including for certain cookies and marketing communications.

Users may withdraw consent at any time.

Contract

Where processing is necessary to provide services requested by users.

Legal Obligation

Where processing is necessary to comply with applicable legal obligations.

5. Marketing Communications

We may send:

newsletters;
event updates;
industry announcements;
promotional communications.

Where legally required, we will obtain consent before sending marketing communications.

Users may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link in emails or by contacting us.

6. Sharing Personal Data

We may share personal data with:

hosting providers;
analytics providers;
email delivery services;
technical service providers;
professional advisers;
regulators or authorities where legally required.

We do not sell personal data to third parties.

7. International Transfers

Some service providers may process data outside the United Kingdom.

Where personal data is transferred internationally, we will take appropriate safeguards in accordance with UK data protection law.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including:

providing services;
complying with legal obligations;
resolving disputes;
enforcing agreements.

Retention periods may vary depending on the nature of the data and applicable legal requirements.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against:

unauthorised access;
loss;
misuse;
alteration;
disclosure.

However, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed completely secure.

10. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, individuals may have rights including:

the right to access personal data;
the right to rectify inaccurate data;
the right to erase personal data;
the right to restrict processing;
the right to object to processing;
the right to data portability;
the right to withdraw consent.

Requests relating to personal data may be submitted using the contact details above.

We may request proof of identity before responding to requests.

11. Complaints

If you believe your data protection rights have been breached, you may contact us.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (“ICO”):

https://ico.org.uk/for-organisations/report-a-breach

12. Third-Party Websites

The Website may contain links to third-party websites, including event organisers and service providers.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.

Users should review the privacy policies of third-party sites before providing personal data.

13. Children

The Website is intended for business and professional audiences and is not directed at children under the age of 18.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Updated versions will be published on this page together with a revised “Last updated” date.

Continued use of the Website following changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

15. Contact

For questions relating to this Privacy Policy or personal data, please contact:

engage.aero

Email: hello@engage.aero

Website: https://engage.aero