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September 8-11, 2025  |  Boston, Massachusetts

Frequently asked questions

General information

.conf (yes, named after the file) is Splunk's flagship user conference. It’s the most anticipated event of the year created specifically for those who know, use, and love Splunk. 

 

Efficiency is the priority. Our goal is for you to become an expert in leveraging Splunk products to advance your career. We’ll teach you how to detect faster, and work safer and smarter, keeping your organization connected and protected in this volatile AI era.

 

How, you ask? 

 

With hundreds of hands-on sessions and on-site experts at your disposal, thousands of fellow power users eager to exchange tricks of the trade, and exclusive educational opportunities. We sprinkle in a little (ok, a lot) of fun, too!  

At .conf, you’ll learn how Splunk can help you make your organization more resilient. And have some fun while you’re at it.

 

What does that really mean?

 

  • Get inspired by experts and dive into industry trends.
  • Roll up your sleeves and experiment with Splunk products during interactive learning sessions.
  • Share your unique Splunk product challenges and get help solving them from Splunk pros and our enthusiastic community of practitioners.
  • Network with fellow Splunk fans to discuss use cases, be they mission-critical (like preventing security threats) or more for fun (like beer brewing or beekeeping!).
  • Discover all the services available to you as a Splunk user or customer.
  • Catch up with other builders and developers to discover how they’re solving their most critical business problems using Splunk products.
  • See Splunk technology in action during breakout sessions or in the Pavilion.
  • Check in with Splunk partners who are providing complex integrations.
  • Attend post-session parties, compete in capture-the-flag-esque competitions, maybe even bust out some dance moves.
  • Take heavily discounted certification exams available only to .conf25 attendees.
  • We could go on. But we think being there in person will answer this question best.

Yes, you can watch .conf content on demand. .conf Online features breakouts from .conf22, .conf23, and .conf24. To access, sign up or log in with a splunk.com account.

 

To watch last year’s keynotes, check out our .conf24 Keynotes page.

Pricing

See the various pricing options here

Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing to splunkevents@gpj.com according to the following schedule:

 

Dates Refund Amount
Through June 23, 2025 Full Refund
**Less $100 processing fee
June 24–August 7, 2025 50% Refund
**Less $100 processing fee
August 8, 2025 or later No refunds

Session scheduler

You must be registered for .conf25 and logged in to your account in order to register for breakout sessions. Once you’re logged in, you can register for sessions by visiting our catalog and clicking the "Add to Schedule" button for the sessions you're interested in. Please note that Splunk employees cannot pre-schedule sessions, but they can attend on a first-come, first-served basis. Employees and anyone who does not have the session on their schedule will be allowed in five minutes prior to the start time if there is room available. If you schedule the session, we recommend arriving early to secure your spot!

The event schedule is based on Eastern Standard Time (EST) since .conf25 is taking place in Boston, MA. Be sure to plan accordingly if you're traveling from a different time zone.

There is no official waitlist for sessions. However, if a session is full, attendees who did not register for the session will be allowed in on a first-come, first-served basis five minutes prior to the session start time. If you have pre-scheduled a session, we recommend arriving at least 10 minutes early to secure your spot.

All pre-requisite information for sessions will be listed in the session description in the catalog. For interactive workshops, attendees are required to bring their own laptops and ensure they can access the Splunk Show program (instructions will be provided onsite).

 

Additionally, keep the skill level in mind when scheduling sessions to ensure they're the right fit for you.

Yes, all sessions will be recorded and made available along with the presentation decks. If you are registered for the event, you will have access to these recordings in the week or two after the event on .conf Online. For all other Splunk users, the content will be accessible a few months after the event.

 

In addition, we will have a global broadcast of live keynotes and special segments created just for virtual viewers.

 

To view detailed descriptions of sessions, visit the session catalog and click the "+" icon next to the session code and title. You can also use the filters in the left-hand navigation to sort sessions by skill level, interests, role, and more. For tailored recommendations, explore our learning paths, which highlights sessions and activations based on your role.

Sponsorships

All Splunk partners must be an associate level or higher to exhibit.

Submit your information in the interest form. The sponsorship team will review and confirm your partner status and get back to you within 48 hours.

.conf25 offers six sponsorship levels including a space for first-time sponsors. A variety of Marketing Promotional Opportunities (MPOs) are available to increase your brand visibility.

Global Broadcast

Yes. We will have a global broadcast of live keynotes and special segments created just for virtual viewers.

The global broadcast will be available online September 8–10. Enjoy from anywhere in the world — for free!

No, registration is not required to view the Global Broadcast.

Registration

Registration for .conf25 is now open! This year we’re only offering an in-person program. Check out a full list of passes and prices here.

Check out our event details page to see a breakdown of each pass and what it includes.

All major credit cards are accepted for registration payments (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover).

 

If your company has purchased .conf25 passes via a deal, your sales representative will be distributing registration codes once available. If you are unsure if your company has available codes, please contact your sales representative.

No, only one code may be used per attendee.

To be considered alumni for .conf25, attendees will need to have gone to at least two of the following .conf programs: .conf19, .conf22, .conf23, or .conf24. Attendance does not need to be consecutive. .conf20 and .conf21 attendance is not included. Alumni status is applied to the individual, not the company.

Please contact splunkevents@gpj.com if you experience any issues while registering.

Substitutions may be requested by sending an email to the .conf25 registration team at splunkevents@gpj.com with the names and email addresses of both the original and substitute registrants. All substitutions must be within the same company and must be received by August 18, 2025. Registration substitutions must use the same form of payment as the original registrant. Substitute attendees must also agree in writing to the .conf25 terms and conditions. Substitutions for another attendee representing the same company are allowed with written permission of the registrant and with prior written approval from Splunk. Substitute attendees must also agree in writing to these .conf25 terms and conditions.

Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing to splunkevents@gpj.com according to the following schedule:

 

Dates Refund Amount
Through June 23, 2025 Full Refund
**Less $100 processing fee
June 24–August 7, 2025 50% Refund
**Less $100 processing fee
August 8, 2025 or later No refunds

 

A $100 processing fee for all cancellations will apply. Registration cancellations or substitutions will not automatically cancel your hotel reservation. You must modify or cancel any travel and hotel arrangements you have made. The event program schedule is subject to change at any time without prior notice, and Splunk cannot guarantee the attendance of any exhibitor or speaker or that any scheduled event will take place. Splunk and/or its employees, vendors, agents and contractors (collectively, its “Representatives”) will not be held liable, and no reimbursement will be made, if the event is modified or rescheduled as a result of any issue, event or occurrence that is beyond Splunk’s control.

After you’ve completed your registration, you can reserve your hotel room. .conf25 has secured discounted rates for our attendees. Book or make changes to your hotel accommodation through the Attendee Resource center. Note: All hotels will require a first night’s deposit.

 

Click here to view the .conf25 hotels and rates.

Fill out this form and someone from our team will get back to you in 3-5 business days.

Splunk University

Check out our event details page to see the price of adding Splunk University to any pass. Only registered .conf attendees have the option to add University to their passes.

All major credit cards are accepted for payments (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover).

 

Splunk EDU Training Credits can only be used for Splunk University. Please note that an EDU Training Credit must be used within one year from when the credit was invoiced.

 

If your company purchased .conf25 passes with Splunk University attached via a deal, your sales representative will distribute registration codes for use in mid April. If you are unsure if your company has available codes. Please contact your sales representative.

No, there are no virtual options to attend Splunk University.

Yes, only registered .conf25 attendees have the option to add University to their experience.

Yes, please bring your laptop! We aren’t able to provide laptops to Splunk University attendees.

Just like Splunk education courses, Splunk University attendees will be sent a copy of the materials before the event starts. We do not provide printed copies.

Call for Speakers

You will be notified about the status of your proposal in mid-April, 2025.

Proposals are reviewed based on relevance, originality, technical depth, and how well they align with the .conf25 themes. Please review our Track Guidance document for more information on the .conf25 session track storylines and themes.

Accepted speakers will receive a complimentary pass to .conf25. 

If you can no longer participate in the event, please email splunkspeakers@gpj.com to withdraw your submission.

Yes, sessions will be audio recorded and made available to attendees online after the event. Please keep this in mind as you read our speaker agreement.

We can’t wait to see you at .conf25.

It’s go time. Get ready for a week full of endless possibilities.

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