Guest-application privacy
Last updated: 14 August 2026
What we collect
The guest form collects the name, email address, organization, role, optional ticker, topic or sector, requested format, story summary, requested recording dates, timezone and any optional information the applicant supplies.
Why we use it
We use this information to assess the application, check subject fit, research the proposed topic, contact the applicant, schedule an accepted appearance and keep an operational record of the request. Submitting the guest form does not subscribe the applicant to a marketing newsletter.
Human verification
To protect the application form from automated submissions, the form-security service briefly processes the site origin, IP address, browser user-agent and slider movement timing to issue and validate a short-lived proof. Those signals are not added to the application record.
Where it is processed
The website is hosted by DreamHost. An application may be sent to the show's Google Workspace inbox and stored in a private server log outside the public web directory as a delivery backup. If an appearance proceeds, separately agreed recording services such as Riverside and publication platforms such as YouTube may process information under their own terms.
Saved form progress
The application saves unfinished progress in the applicant's browser. After a valid email address is entered, an encrypted connection also saves the draft in a private server directory so the team can recover it. If the application remains unfinished for 24 hours after the last change, the saved information is emailed to the Time Compass team once so they can offer help. A completed application deletes its matching draft. Unfinished drafts are deleted after 30 days.
Sharing and retention
We do not sell guest-application information. We may use service providers to host, secure, communicate about and produce the show. Information is kept only as long as reasonably needed to review the application, manage an accepted guest relationship, maintain records and meet legal obligations.
Access, correction and deletion
To ask what application information is held, correct it, withdraw an application or request deletion, email team@timecompass.show. Some information may be retained where reasonably required for security, recordkeeping or legal duties.