1. Data Collection:
   • Codebeat collects personal information from participants during the registration process, including but not limited to names, contact details (email addresses and phone numbers), and demographic information (such as age, educational background, and skill level).
   • This information is collected solely for the purpose of organizing TechXcelerate and communicating important updates related to the event.
   • Participants may also be required to share details about their team composition, project submissions, and progress throughout the event. This information is used for event management and evaluation purposes.
2. Use of Personal Information:
   • The information collected will be used to manage participant registration, provide event-related updates, facilitate networking, and improve future editions of TechXcelerate.
   • Personal data will not be shared with third parties without explicit consent, except for partners and sponsors directly involved in the event or as required by law.
   • Codebeat may use participant information for marketing and promotional purposes, including sending newsletters, event updates, and announcements about future events or programs. Participants can opt out of such communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in the emails.
3. Data Protection and Security:
   • Codebeat takes the security of personal information seriously. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
   • However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
4. Third-Party Services:
   • Codebeat may use third-party services (such as payment processors, cloud hosting, and email service providers) to facilitate event operations. These third parties have access to participant data only to perform tasks on behalf of Codebeat and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purposes.
   • Some of the third-party services used by Codebeat may be located outside of your home country. By registering for TechXcelerate, you consent to the transfer of your personal information to these third parties.
5. Access and Control Over Personal Data:
   • Participants can request access to the personal information Codebeat holds about them, and they have the right to request that we correct or delete this information, subject to certain legal limitations.
   • To request data access, correction, or deletion, participants should contact Codebeat directly via the contact information provided in event communications.
6. Cookies and Tracking:
   • Codebeat may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience on the event website, including tracking participant interactions and preferences.
   • Participants can manage cookie preferences through their web browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features on the event website.
7. Retention of Data:
   • Personal information will be retained for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law.
   • After the event, Codebeat may retain anonymized or aggregated data for analytical and marketing purposes.
8. Changes to Privacy Policy:
   • Codebeat reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be communicated to participants via email or updated on the event website.
   • Continued participation in TechXcelerate following any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
9. Contact Information:
   • For any questions or concerns regarding the privacy policy or to exercise rights related to your personal data, participants can reach out to Codebeat at [support@codebeat.in].

By registering for TechXcelerate, participants agree to the terms and conditions and privacy policy outlined above.