Frequently Asked Questions /
General Information
What is Protect 2024
Proofpoint Protect is the #1 event for understanding and staying ahead of the key cyber risks that impact your people today: targeted threats, impersonation, identity and data loss.
When and where is Protect 2024?
New York
September 10-11
Conrad New York Downtown
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EMEA - London
October 1-2
London Hilton on Park Lane
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Austin
October 15-16
Palmer Event Center
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Chicago
October 29-30
Convene Willis Tower
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Who should attend Protect 2024?
Proofpoint practitioners, threat analysts, partners and business leaders focused on protecting their organizations from cyber risks will all benefit from attending Protect 2024.
Do I need to be a Proofpoint customer to attend Protect 2024?
Proofpoint customers, prospects and partners are all welcome to attend.
Will there be a virtual component?
Most of the content at Protect will only be available if you attend in person.
What is the cost to attend Protect 2024?
Early bird: $595 (through July 15); Regular: $695
What is included in the registration price?
Attendees receive exclusive access to our keynote sessions, breakout sessions, discovery and training labs, certification exams, meal functions, expo, and admission to sponsored evening events.
How can I justify my participation at Protect to my manager?
Proofpoint Protect is the #1 event for understanding and staying ahead of the key cyber risks that impact your people today: targeted threats, impersonation, identity and data loss. To help justify your participation at this year's event, download our Justification letters below.
Registration
What are the accepted payment methods for the conference fee?
You can pay the conference fee via the following methods: VISA, MasterCard, AmericanExpress, and Discover. Please contact Protect@proofpoint.com, if you have any questions regarding payment.
Are there discounts available?
We are offering early bird discounts for customers, prospects, and partners.
How do I register for the event?
You can register for Proofpoint Protect here:
How do I register for sessions?
The session catalog will be open shortly. We will notify you once it is open and you will be able to build your daily calendar by logging in to our attendee hub.
What do I do if I'm experiencing issues logging into the registration site?
If you are experiencing access issues, please email our Proofpoint Protect team at protect@proofpoint.com
I received a discount code. How do I apply it to my registration?
Early bird discounts will automatically be deducted when submitting your registration in full.
If you have another discount, please coordinate within your organization to assign the individual who will use the code. Note that you must have the code available when registering online. On the payment site, you will be asked to enter your code, click “Apply,” and your fee will be adjusted. Please note discounts cannot be combined with any other offer.
How do I request a copy of my receipt?
You should receive an emailed copy of your receipt or invoice upon completing registration. If you have not, please email the Proofpoint Protect team at protect@proofpoint.com.
Certifications
Will there be an opportunity to achieve certification at Protect 2024?
Yes. Certification for our two skill-based People Protection and Information Protection certification tracks will be offered at Protect 2024. These certifications validate the critical thinking and technical skills required for you to elevate your industry knowledge, become more competitive in the workplace, and establish your professional reputation. Click here to learn more.
What is the fee for certification?
Certification is included in the cost of registration for Protect but there are a limited number of certification exam seats available. Certification registration is available on a space available basis.
How long are the certification exams?
All candidates receive 90 minutes to complete their exams.
Will I need a laptop for the certification exam?
No, laptops are provided for you when taking the certification exam.
Contacts
I am interested in sponsoring Protect, who do I contact?
Please contact sponsorships@proofpoint.com if you are interested in becoming a sponsor.
I can't find what I'm looking for. Who should I contact?
Please email Protect@proofpoint.com with any additional questions.
Cancellation
What is Protect's cancellation policy?
If you wish to cancel your registration, you may do so via the Modify/Cancel Registration button in your event registration confirmation email or via email to Protect@proofpoint.com. Cancellations more than 14 days before the event will be fully refunded and cancellations between 7 and 14 days will be refunded 50%. Cancellations within 7 days of the event are non-refundable. All refunds will be processed within 3 weeks of the cancellation.
Are attendee substitutions allowed?
Substitutions are managed as a cancel/new transaction as registration records are unique to the registered attendee and are not transferrable. In the event you are unable to attend and another representative from your organization will attend in your place, cancel your registration per the above instructions. The substitute (excluding Proofpoint’s CISO Track which is invite only) will need to complete the online registration form. Email Protect@proofpoint.com if the cancel/new registration occurs within 7 days of the event or if you have any questions.