I have an accepted paper for the conference. How should I register?

• Every accepted paper for any of the paper tracks listed below, needs to register for one full conference author registration. To be included in the proceedings, every accepted paper must be covered by a full conference author registration rate, of which payment must be completed by the camera-ready deadline. If you have any questions about this policy, please contact registration@kdd.org. 

   Paper Tracks:

• ADS 
• Research 
• Data Benchmark  
• AI for Sciences  
• BlueSky 

I am a Student Author of a paper. How should I register?

• If you are a student presenting a paper, you must register under the full conference author registration rate.

I have multiple accepted papers. Do I need to register multiple times?

• For every accepted paper, there needs to be one UNIQUE full conference registration. Do not register multiple times - instead, someone else from your other accepted papers must register.

I cannot attend in person. Can I present my paper virtually?

• This year KDD is planned to be a fully in-person conference. There will be no virtual component to the conference and papers cannot be presented virtually. If you cannot attend in person to present, please find a co-author to present for you. At least one author of each accepted paper must register for KDD to present their work in person.

My paper was accepted for a tutorial and/or workshop. Do I need to register for a full-conference registration?

• Accepted paper authors for tutorials and workshops do not have to follow the same registration rules that the ADS, Research, Data Benchmark, AI for Sciences, and BlueSky Authors must follow. They can register under whatever category best fits them, including the student registration category, so long as you are registered prior to arriving at the conference. 

How do I receive a Visa Support Letter?

• Attendees may request a visa support letter through the registration site. When registering, attendees will have the option to request a visa support letter, along with providing all the required information. A visa support letter will be sent via email within 10 business days. Note: Registration must be paid in full in order to receive a visa support letter.

Does a Full Conference pass include access to the Workshops & Tutorials on Sunday and Monday?

• Yes. Full Conference includes access to workshops and tutorials (Sunday and Monday) as well as Main conference sessions (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday).

What does One or Two Day Registration Include?

• If you register for a one or two day registration, you will have the option to select which day(s) you would like to attend (up to 2 days). This includes all sessions, keynotes, special events and exhibit hall access occurring on that day. If you would like to attend more than 2 days, please register for a full conference pass.

Can I bring a Guest with me? What is included in their registration?

• KDD offers a guest pass for $250 that includes access to the Monday and Tuesday poster receptions, the Wednesday evening KDD Celebration event, and the exhibit hall. The link to register a guest is included in your registration confirmation email.

Is childcare being offered at KDD?

• Yes, childcare will be offered at KDD 2026. The cost is $50 per child per day. Students receive a discounted rate of $25 per child per day. Please indicate interest in childcare when you register for KDD, and our childcare partner will contact you with more information.

I have a dietary restriction and/or a disability that requires accommodation to attend KDD. What do I do?

• During the registration process, you will be able to submit any dietary restrictions or special accommodations that you may need. Please note: We will do our best to accommodate all requests made by July 1st, 2026. Any request after this deadline may be difficult to fulfill depending on the type of request.

What forms of payment are accepted?

• Credit card [Visa, Mastercard, Amex], wire transfer, and check payment are all accepted. To pay by wire transfer or check payment, fill out the registration form and select your preferred method of payment on the Checkout page. Your confirmation email will have a link to your invoice. Wire transfer and check payments are accepted until July 9, 2026. After that date, all registrations must be paid by credit card.

Can I receive an invoice for my registration?

• Yes. To receive an invoice for your registration, fill out the online registration form and select Check or Wire Transfer as your method of payment. Your confirmation email will have a link to your invoice.

I registered for KDD but I can no longer attend. What are my options?

• Cancellation Policy:

  Registrants may receive a full refund less a $50 processing fee until July 10, 2026. No refunds will be granted after July 10, 2026. Exceptions may be made for anybody whose visa request has been denied; in this case, refund requests must be received prior to the start of the conference. No refunds will be issued past 60 days post-conference.
  Refunds will be processed based on the original form of payment. No-Shows will not be refunded. Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing to registration@kdd.org.

   

  Registration Changes & Transfers:

  Transfer requests must be made in writing in order to be processed. Please email your requests to registration@kdd.org: Outline the transfer information, and provide the new attendee's complete information. Registration transfers will not be accepted after August 8, 2026.