PRIVACY POLCY

Privacy Policy for Ascend Festival

Last updated: 16 January 2026

Ascend Festival (“ASCEND”, “we”, “our”, “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit www.ascendfestival.se.

This policy is written in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).


1. Who We Are

Ascend Festival is a hardstyle open air festival based in Sweden.

Website: https://www.ascendfestival.se
Contact email: info@ascendfestival.se
Location: Norrköping, Sweden


2. What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

  • Contact information such as email address (for newsletters or contact forms)

  • Technical data such as IP address, browser type, device information, and operating system

  • Usage data such as pages visited, time spent on the site, and interactions

  • Cookie data and tracking preferences

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data.


3. How We Collect Data

Your data is collected when you:

  • Visit our website

  • Sign up for newsletters or updates

  • Contact us via forms or email

  • Interact with our website content

  • Accept or manage cookies through our consent banner


4. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

  • Provide and maintain our website

  • Communicate with you regarding news, updates, or events

  • Improve website performance and user experience

  • Analyze traffic and usage patterns

  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.


5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your personal data based on:

  • Your consent

  • Legitimate interests (website functionality, analytics, security)

  • Legal obligations

You may withdraw your consent at any time.


6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Ascend Festival uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Ensure website functionality

  • Analyze website traffic and performance

  • Remember user preferences

You can manage or withdraw your cookie consent at any time through our cookie settings.


7. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party services, including:

  • Analytics providers (such as Google Analytics)

  • Newsletter or email services

  • Hosting and content delivery providers

These providers process data only on our behalf and under strict data protection agreements.


8. Data Storage and Security

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, or loss.

Your data is stored securely and only retained for as long as necessary for its intended purpose or as required by law.


9. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Request data portability

  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, contact us at info@ascendfestival.se.


10. Data Transfers Outside the EU

If personal data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with GDPR.


11. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.


12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.


13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact:

Email: info@ascendfestival.se
Website: https://www.ascendfestival.se