Privacy Policy

Preface

At TechNisa Hacks, we believe that building an inclusive community also means respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your personal information.

TechNisa Hacks is a community-driven hackathon dedicated to empowering Muslim women in technology through mentorship, collaboration, and innovation. We collect only the information necessary to organize and improve our events while treating your data with care and respect.

Below are some definitions of terms used throughout this page:

• "TechNisa Hacks," "we," "our," or "us" refers to the TechNisa Hacks organizing team
• "Event" refers to TechNisa Hacks and any related activities
• "Participant" refers to hackers, mentors, volunteers, judges, sponsors, speakers, applicants, and attendees
• "Service Providers" refers to third-party services that help us operate our website and events
• "Partners" refers to sponsors and organizations collaborating with TechNisa Hacks

Key Points

• We collect information you voluntarily provide when applying, registering, or participating in TechNisa Hacks
• We may collect anonymous website analytics to improve our website and event experience
• We do not sell your personal information
• We only share information with trusted service providers or event partners when necessary to operate our event or when you choose to participate in partner-related activities
• We may publish aggregated statistics about applicants and attendees, but this information will never identify individual participants
• You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us

Data We Collect

We collect information in three primary ways:

• Information collected when you visit our website
• Information you provide when applying or registering
• Information collected while participating in the event

Website Information

When you visit our website, we may collect basic technical information such as your browser type, operating system, device type, pages visited, approximate location based on your IP address, and general usage statistics.

Application and Registration Information

When you apply or register for TechNisa Hacks, we may collect information including:

• Name
• Email address
• School or organization
• Graduation year
• Resume or portfolio (if provided)
• Project interests
• Dietary restrictions
• Accessibility accommodations
• Emergency contact information
• Volunteer or mentor preferences
• Any other information you choose to provide

Optional Demographic Information

We may ask optional demographic questions to better understand our community and improve future events. Answering these questions is entirely optional and does not affect your eligibility to participate.

Third-Party Sign-In

If we offer sign-in through services such as Google, we may receive limited information associated with your account, such as your name and email address, for authentication purposes only.

Information Collected During the Event

During TechNisa Hacks, we may collect operational information such as event check-ins, workshop attendance, QR code scans, mentorship participation, project submissions, and prize eligibility.

We may also photograph or record portions of the event for promotional, educational, and community purposes unless otherwise communicated.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Organize and operate TechNisa Hacks
• Review applications and registrations
• Communicate important event updates
• Coordinate mentors, volunteers, judges, and sponsors
• Administer prizes and event logistics
• Provide participant support
• Improve future events and participant experiences
• Maintain the safety and integrity of our community

We do not sell your personal information.

Data We Share

Sponsors and Partners

We may share information with sponsors or partners when you explicitly consent, voluntarily submit information for recruiting opportunities, or participate in sponsor-specific activities where sharing is clearly communicated.

Anonymous Statistics

We may publish or share aggregated, anonymous statistics about TechNisa Hacks, including participant numbers, workshop attendance, project submissions, and other event insights. These statistics cannot be used to identify individual participants.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose personal information when required by applicable law or when necessary to protect the rights, safety, or property of participants, organizers, or the public.

Data Security and Retention

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to help protect the information we collect. While no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, we strive to use industry-standard practices whenever possible.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to operate TechNisa Hacks, comply with legal obligations, communicate about future events, and maintain historical event records. You may request deletion of your information at any time, subject to applicable legal requirements.

Your Rights

Depending on applicable laws, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate or outdated information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Withdraw consent where applicable
• Request a copy of the information we maintain about you

To exercise these rights, please contact the TechNisa Hacks organizing team.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our practices, technology, or legal obligations. When significant changes are made, we will update the "Last Updated" date and, where appropriate, notify participants.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact the TechNisa Hacks organizing team.

Email: admin@technisahacks.com