PRIVACY POLICY

01. Key Points

• ▸We collect anonymized data to improve our services.
• ▸We clearly inform you of any plans to share personal data and require explicit consent before doing so.
• ▸We do not track you for advertising (there are no ads on our site).
• ▸You can request that we delete your data at any time by emailing admin@ctrlhackdel.com.

02. Preface

At CTRL+HACK+DEL, we prioritize your privacy and personal data. As a not-for-profit organization, we respect your rights and privacy. Our goal is to create an unforgettable experience where students can challenge themselves, forge new connections, and propel their ideas far beyond a traditional hackathon.

03. Terminology

• ▸Us/We/Our: The organizing members of CTRL+HACK+DEL
• ▸Our event/The Event: The CTRL+HACK+DEL Hackathon hosted in February
• ▸Participant: Hackers, sponsors, judges, speakers, and volunteers who participate in our event

04. Data Collection

4.1 Data We Collect When You Visit Our Website

We collect anonymized data to improve our services. This data includes:

• ▸Analytics Data
• ▸Participant Information

4.2 Data We Collect When You Register for Our Event

When you register for our event, we collect the following data:

• ▸Primary Data: Necessary for event organization, including name, email address, and age.
• ▸Additional Data: Includes information such as majors, schools, and resumes to better understand participant backgrounds and improve our event.

4.3 Data We Collect at the Event

We collect data during the event to enhance the participant experience. This includes recording QR code scans for resource management and activity participation.

05. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and other tracking technologies to:

• ▸Determine if a user has been authenticated
• ▸Track user sessions within the application

06. Data Sharing

6.1 Sharing of Personal Data

We do not share your personal information with third parties without explicit consent. If sharing is necessary (e.g., with sponsors for recruitment), we will inform you and obtain your consent at the point of data collection.

6.2 Sharing of Anonymous Data

We may release aggregate, anonymous data for marketing, transparency, and sponsorship purposes. This includes general geographical distribution of participants and application statistics.

07. Data Storage and Security

We take the security of your data seriously. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected parties within 72 hours unless otherwise required by law or extenuating circumstances. Our websites are hosted on secure servers that comply with globally recognized security standards.

08. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. You may request to access, update, or delete your personal data by emailing admin@ctrlhackdel.com. We will comply within 30 days, barring legal or exceptional circumstances. Deleted data may be retained in backups for up to 60 days. You can limit the information you share by not filling out optional fields in our forms unsubscribing from marketing emails, using browser extensions to block tracking activities.

09. Updates to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this privacy policy at any time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new privacy policy on this page. We recommend that you review this privacy policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this privacy policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

10. Consent

By registering for our hackathon event, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information as described in this privacy policy. Consent is obtained through checkboxes during application.

11. Contact Us

We welcome feedback on our practices and policies. If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact us at admin@ctrlhackdel.com.