NEARS Conference App Privacy Policy Effective Date: April 2026 The NEARS Conference app (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use the NEARS Conference mobile application. ⸻ 1. Information We Collect We do not collect, store, or sell any personal data from users. The app is designed to provide conference information only, including: • Agenda and session details • Speaker and exhibitor information • Conference updates ⸻ 2. User-Provided Information The app may allow users to: • Submit questions to panelists via email (questions@nears.org) • Contact conference organizers Any information you choose to send via email is: • Voluntarily provided by you • Handled outside of the app (via your email provider) We do not store or track this information within the app. ⸻ 3. Notifications The app may request permission to send push notifications for: • Live updates • Schedule changes • Conference announcements You can enable or disable notifications at any time in your device settings. We do not collect or store personal data through notifications. ⸻ 4. Data Usage We do not: • Track users • Collect analytics data • Share data with third parties • Sell user information ⸻ 5. Third-Party Links The app may contain links to external websites (such as railconference.org or sponsor sites). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. ⸻ 6. Children’s Privacy The NEARS Conference app is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect any data from children. ⸻ 7. Security Because we do not collect or store personal data, there is minimal risk of data exposure. Any communication via email is handled securely through your device and email provider. ⸻ 8. Changes to This Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted at:  www.railconference.org/privacy