Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Automateathon 2025. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you participate in our hackathon.

2. Information We Collect

3. How We Use Your Information

• To process your hackathon application and registration
• To communicate event updates and important information
• To facilitate team formation and networking
• To evaluate submissions and award prizes
• To improve our event experience and future hackathons
• To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With event partners and sponsors for networking purposes (with your consent)
• With service providers who assist in event operations
• When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• In case of business transfer or merger (with prior notice)

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and receive a copy of your personal data
• Rectify inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of your personal data
• Object to processing of your personal data
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Data portability where applicable

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and understand user preferences. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Event-related data may be retained for up to 3 years for historical records and future event improvements.

9. International Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than India. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued participation constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.