Privacy Policy
Last Updated: June 2, 2025
At Northstar Hackathon™, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you interact with our event and services.
1. Information We Collect
When you register for the Northstar Hackathon™ or sign up for updates, we collect:
Name and email address
Phone number (for event notifications)
Professional role and experience level
Any additional information you voluntarily provide
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for:
Event Management: Register you for the hackathon and communicate event details
Text Notifications: Send important event updates and notifications via SMS
Email Communications: Share information about Northstar Hackathon™ events throughout the year
Partner Communications: Share relevant information with our event sponsors and partners to enhance your experience
Event Improvement: Analyze participation data to improve future events
3. Information Sharing
We may share your information with:
Event Partners: Basecamp Tech Fest™, CodeWorks®, and official event sponsors
Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate the event (registration platforms, communication tools)
Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
4. Communication Preferences
By providing your contact information, you consent to:
Receiving SMS notifications about event details and updates
Receiving emails about current and future Northstar Hackathon events
Having your information shared with our partners for event-related purposes
You may opt out of communications at any time by replying "STOP" to text messages or using the unsubscribe link in emails.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure.
6. Data Retention
We retain your information as long as necessary to provide our services and communicate about future events, unless you request deletion or opt out of communications.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access the personal information we have about you
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your information
Opt out of communications at any time
8. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to 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 delete it promptly.
9. 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.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:
