Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Learn how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Privacy Policy for Rhythm Hackathon & Events

Last updated: 8/31/2025

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you register for our events or create an account, we may collect:

  • Name and contact information (email, phone number)
  • Professional information (job title, company, skills)
  • Educational background
  • Profile picture and bio
  • Payment information for paid events

Usage Information

We automatically collect information about how you use our platform:

  • Device information and IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited and time spent on our platform
  • Event participation and engagement data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and improve our event platform services
  • Process event registrations and payments
  • Send event updates and important notifications
  • Facilitate team formation and networking
  • Analyze platform usage to enhance user experience
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Prevent fraud and ensure platform security

3. Information Sharing

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Event Organizers: Basic profile information for event management
  • Team Members: Contact information when you join or create teams
  • Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate our platform
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

We never sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Access controls and authentication measures
  • Secure payment processing through trusted providers

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access and update your personal information
  • Delete your account and associated data
  • Opt-out of marketing communications
  • Request a copy of your data
  • Object to certain data processing activities

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@rhythm-events.com

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences and login status
  • Analyze platform usage and performance
  • Provide personalized content and recommendations
  • Ensure platform security and prevent fraud

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services and support your account
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
  • Improve our services and platform

You can request deletion of your account at any time.

8. Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

9. International Data Transfers

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

10. 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 platform and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: privacy@rhythm-events.com

Address: 123 Tech Street, Innovation District, San Francisco, CA 94105

Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567

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