Privacy Policy
Valid from: 28-July-2025
Last update: 24-June-2026
Who are we
We are Bi Fest, an initiative powered by Bialogar podcast (Bisexual Visibility podcast from Portugal) in collaboration with other LGBTQIA+ and/or allied Association, Colectives and Entities LGBTQIA+.
Our website is https://bi-fest.bialogar.pt, hereinafter referred to as “our website.”
For any questions regarding our Privacy Policy, please contact us at privacidade@bialogar.pt .
Bi Fest’s Bi+ Exhibition – Open Call Form
Our Open Call forms are developed through the Fillout platform (www.fillout.com).
When a visitor accesses the form, personal data will be collected, including name, contact information (email or phone number), pronouns, gender, sexual orientation, and other additional information submitted in the corresponding form field.
This data is used to:
- Contact the person (in response to their application and subsequent responses);
- Know how to address the person in any type of contact;
- Contact and invite the person to a future episode of the Bialogar podcast (only if the person has expressed this intention on the form by answering “Yes” to the respective question).
In addition to the data mentioned above, other responses or digital files will be collected regarding the art or photography that the person intends to submit to the Bisexual+ Visibility exhibition at Bi Fest. This data will only be used for the selection of works/photographs to be exhibited.
By accessing the form, you will be leaving our website and using a Fillout service (www.fillout.com). Please refer to their respective Privacy Policy here: https://www.fillout.com/privacy .
Bi Fest’s Talks – Open Call Form
Our Open Call forms are developed through the Fillout platform (www.fillout.com).
When a visitor accesses the form, personal data will be collected, including name, contact information (email or phone number), pronouns, gender, sexual orientation, location (place of residence, location, or travel location), accessibility issues (disability or reduced/impaired mobility, blindness or low vision, deafness), and other additional information submitted in the corresponding form field.
This data is used to:
- Contact the person (in response to their application and subsequent responses);
- Know how to address the person in any type of contact;
- Select and direct people to the most appropriate Discussion Group/Initiative/Event, in order to ensure diversity and representation at events;
- Select and direct people to the most appropriate Discussion Group/Initiative/Event, depending on the location of the event and the person’s travel possibilities;
- Verify, manage, and coordinate rides and other support for the person’s travel to the respective events they may participate in (if available);
- Verify and provide necessary accessibility for those who require it;
- Verify, accommodate, and coordinate any other possible needs or additional situations indicated by the person;
- Contact and invite the person to a future episode of the Bialogar podcast (only if the person has expressed this intention on the form by answering “Yes” to the respective question).
In addition to the data mentioned above, responses will be collected regarding which Talk(s) the person wishes to participate in, such as. This data will be used solely to select participants for the most appropriate Talk(s) and to manage these events.
By accessing the form, you will be leaving our website and using a Fillout service (www.fillout.com). Please refer to their respective Privacy Policy here: https://www.fillout.com/privacy .
Event Registration Forms
Our Event Registration forms are developed through the Fillout platform (www.fillout.com).
When a visitor accesses the form, personal data will be collected, including name, contact information (email or phone number), pronouns, accessibility issues (disability or reduced/impaired mobility, blindness or low vision, deafness), and other additional information submitted in the corresponding form field.
This data is used to:
- Contact the person (in response to their application and subsequent responses);
- Know how to address the person in any type of contact;
- Verify and provide necessary accessibility for those who require it;
- Verify, accommodate, and coordinate any other possible needs or additional situations indicated by the person;
- Contact and invite the person to a future episode of the Bialogar podcast (only if the person has expressed this intention on the form by answering “Yes” to the respective question).
By accessing the form, you will be leaving our website and using a Fillout service (www.fillout.com). Please refer to their respective Privacy Policy here: https://www.fillout.com/privacy .
“Cookies”
What are “cookies”?
This Cookie Policy explains what “cookies” are and how we use them, as well as the types of cookies we use, i.e., the information we collect using these “cookies” and how it is used. It also explains how you can manage your “cookie” settings and your “cookie” consent preferences.
“Cookies” are small text files used to store information. They are saved/accessed on your device when a website is loaded in your browser. These “cookies” help make the website function properly, be more secure, provide a better user experience, and analyze website performance and usage statistics.
How do we use “cookies”?
Like most online services, our website uses third-party providers and third-party “cookies” for various purposes. Necessary “cookies” (first-party “cookies”) are essential for the proper functioning of the website and do not collect any personally identifiable data.
Third-party “cookies”, if used on our website, can be used to measure website performance, how you interact with our website, keep our services secure, provide content available on external platforms, and ultimately provide the best user experience and ensure speed and consistency when you interact with the website in the future.
“Cookies” we use
Below, you can find the “cookies” we use, grouped by “cookie” type. The term “session” in the “Duration” column indicates that the “cookie” will last as long as you maintain your browser session open.
Manage your "cookie" preferences
You can change your “cookie” preferences at any time by clicking the button above. This will allow you to reset your “Cookie” Consent Preferences, changing or withdrawing your consent immediately.
Additionally, browsers also include settings to manage or delete “cookies” used by websites. You can change these settings to block or delete cookies. Below are links to support documents on managing and deleting “cookies” for the main browsers:
Chrome: https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/32050
Safari: https://support.apple.com/pt-pt/guide/safari/sfri11471/mac
If you are using another browser, please refer to your browser’s official support page.
Embedded content from other websites
Our website does not include embedded content from other websites; however, it does include external links to registration forms created by us on the Fillout platform (www.fillout.com). By accessing these forms, you will be leaving our site using a service provided by Fillout (www.fillout.com). Please see their Privacy Policy here: https://www.fillout.com/privacy .
How long do we store this data
Data submitted through our Open Call forms is stored for up to 1 month after the last event of Bi Fest in the respective year, except:
- If the person submitting the form gives their free and explicit consent for it to be stored for a longer period;
- If the person submitting the form has selected to participate in a future episode of the Bialogar podcast, in which case their contact information (name, email, and/or cell phone number) will be kept for the time necessary to ensure future contact for a podcast episode, as well as for the respective communication before, during, and after participation in the respective episode.
What rights do I have over my data
If you have responded to one of our forms, you can:
- Request a file with an export of your personal data that we hold, including any data you have provided to us;
- Request the deletion of any or all of your personal data that we hold (This does not include any data that we are required to retain to comply with administrative, legal or security procedures);
- Request the modification of any or all of your personal data that we hold (This does not include any data that we are required to retain to comply with administrative, legal or security procedures).
To exercise any of the rights above, please contact us at privacidade@bialogar.pt .
Please note that requesting the deletion of this data before the end of Bi Fest events may result in the loss of your registration/participation on the events.
Regarding data collected through third-party “cookies”, you must contact the respective third party to verify and exercise your rights. You can check which “cookies” are from Third Parties, or learn how to manage, change or withdraw your “Cookies” Consent, in our “Cookies” Policy, available at the end of this page.
Where your data is sent
Venues where certain events will be held may request a list of attendees. In this case, a list containing only the first name and pronouns of the event attendees will be sent. If a venue requests a list of attendees, we will notify you.
Additional questions
For any additional questions regarding our Privacy Policy, please contact us via email: privacidade@bialogar.pt .
