People Make Glasgow, but you can make Hack Glasgow a success
Sponsoring a community event is more than just slinging us a few quid – it’s helping us give speakers an opportunity to showcase their research to peers (some presenting for the first time), exclusive access to the conference and attendees for brand recognition, and, ultimately, contributing to what is currently the only community-led information security conference in Scotland.
Your support through sponsorship can literally change someone’s life for good.
DATE Saturday 25th April 2026
LOCATION Platform Glasgow, G2 8DL
The event
Scheduled for Saturday 25th April 2026, Hack Glasgow will be a single day event boasting minimum two parallel speaking tracks, villages, a central and generously-sized sponsor area, and exclusive afterparty for attendees, speakers, crew, and sponsors.
Our sold out 2025 event had 246 attendees, with an 80+% turnout rate for 300 tickets. Our 2026 event will see more General Admission tickets available, with a total capacity of 400 attendees.
Food (both lunch and dinner) will be available for all who attend, with tea and coffee provided throughout the day. After the resounding success of Hack Glasgow 2025, we expect a high number of speaker applicants, as well as a high number of attendees.
The venue
Platform is located within the historic arches of Glasgow Central train station, which opened in August 1879 and was later expanded between 1899 and 1906 under the direction of architect James Miller and engineer Donald A. Matheson. This expansion included the creation of the twelve iconic arches, initially part of the station’s infrastructure, which have been revitalised to form Platform. Today, Platform is a versatile event space that balances heritage with modern functionality.
We wanted a venue that combines function, form, style, and convenience. Located in the heart of the city, just metres from Glasgow Central train station, boasting 7 arches, and with multiple hotel options within walking distance, Platform is the ideal venue for Hack Glasgow.
Due to the venue being an events space, our afterparty can be onsite, reducing dilution between conference and evening event, and allowing sponsors and speakers further time to mingle with the full audience.
The organisers
Having helped organise and volunteered at a multitude of events all over the UK (including Glasgow's informal Hack Thursday meetup), the organising team are well experienced in running infosec conferences.
Alice McGready
Dave McKenzie
David Carson
Gerard Barrett
Scott McGready
Sponsorship Tiers
Our sponsorship packages are competitive compared with other community-led conferences in the UK. Each package has different levels of benefits (such as complimentary tickets, vendor space, and more). We're always happy to help discuss sponsorship.
If you'd like to help but no package seems quite right for you (or you have a different idea on how to help) feel free to reach out to us on [email protected] and we’d be happy to discuss alternative options.
Want to donate to the conference as an individual? You can donate via our Paypal link.
| Supporter | Bronze | Silver | Gold | Platinum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Complimentary tickets | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 |
| Social media promotion | Occasional | Regular | Regular | Regular | Spotlight |
| Onsite signage | Ticker feed | Ticker feed | Ticker feed | Permanent | Permanent |
| Logo in printed programme | Small | Small | Medium | Large | Large |
| Logos on recordings | - | Ticker feed | Ticker feed | Ticker feed | Permanent |
| Advert in printed programme | - | Subject to space* | Half page | Single page | Double page |
| Exhibition table | - | - | Included | Included | Included |
| Swag bag logo | - | - | - | Small | Large |
| £500 | £1,250 | £2,500 | £3,750 | £5,000 |
* Programme space will be allocated first to Platinum, Gold, and Silver. Any remaining space will be made available to Bronze sponsors, in order of sponsorship commitment.
All prices are subject to VAT.
Logistics, accommodation, accessibility, and more (oh my)
Sponsors and community vendors with an exhibition space can benefit from loading in to the venue using the Midland Street entrance. The venue has previously accommodated large stands and unusual items (such as cars).
Short term parking is available for exhibitors, speakers, volunteers, and attendees “kerb side” with many multi-story car parking options within a 10 minute walk of the venue for longer term parking. Due to the venue’s location, public transport links are abound, with Platform being situated a 10 second walk from one of Glasgow Central’s main entrances.
A plethora of hotels with reasonable overnight rates occupy the surrounding area directly next to the venue, with cheaper accommodation available slightly further afield.
The venue is fully accessible with ramps, a single floor layout with no stairs, and wide entry doors to accommodate equipment and accessible entry.
Previous sponsors
Terms & Conditions
1. Introduction
These terms and conditions govern the agreement between a sponsoring company or individual (“Sponsor”) and Hack Glasgow (“Organiser”). By providing sponsorship funds, the Sponsor agrees to these terms.
2. Sponsorship packages
The details of sponsorship levels, benefits, and pricing are outlined in the Sponsor Package provided to the Sponsor. The specific benefits provided depend on the sponsorship level selected. We reserve the right to add or remove benefits at any time.
3. Payment terms
All sponsorship payments must be made within 30 days of invoice receipt, or as per the terms agreed upon between the Organiser and Sponsor. Failure to complete payment by the deadline may result in the forfeiture of sponsorship benefits.
4. Cancellation & refunds
Sponsorship cancellations must be made in writing to [email protected], and refunds are at the discretion of the Organiser, based on time since sponsorship commitment, time to event, and committed funds. In the event of conference cancellation by the Organiser, Sponsors may opt to apply their sponsorship funds to a future event, or will be refunded as much as possible, with all non-committed and recoverable funds being split between Sponsors proportionally according to their sponsorship package.
5. Sponsor obligations
The Sponsor agrees to comply with all event guidelines and deadlines provided by the Organiser. Any booth setup or promotional materials must meet the event’s standards and must not infringe on the rights of third parties. The Sponsor is responsible for ensuring all promotional activities are appropriate and adhere to the conference’s standards.
6. Liability
The Organiser will not be liable for any loss or damage incurred by the Sponsor, including but not limited to theft, damage to property, or personal injury occurring during the event. Sponsors should have adequate insurance coverage for their activities. Sponsors, or workshop leaders, exhibiting at the venue must have valid liability insurance.
7. Code of conduct
All Sponsors are expected to behave in a professional and ethical manner. Any inappropriate behavior, including harassment of attendees, speakers, or other sponsors, may result in the removal of the Sponsor from the event without a refund. For the avoidance of doubt, we follow the Berlin Code of Conduct.
8. Setup & tear down
The Sponsor has an obligation to tear down any stands and equipment within the venue’s timeframe. Any costs charged by the venue for delay in setup, or tear down, will be passed directly on to the Sponsor.
9. Force majeure
The Organiser will not be responsible for any delay or failure in performance of any part of these terms due to causes beyond its control, including but not limited to natural disasters, war, or government regulations.
10. Governing law
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of Scotland. Any disputes will be settled in the courts of Scotland.
11. Amendments
The Organiser reserves the right to amend these terms and conditions at any time. Any changes will be communicated to Sponsors in a timely manner. The most up to date version of the sponsor pack can be found at sponsor.hackglasgow.live.