Code Colosseum

Code Competition Platform

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 10th October 2024

Thank you for using our platform. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we handle your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your data.

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy outlines how Code Colosseum collects, uses, stores, and shares personal information when you use our software development and digital products competition platform. By using our platform, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

2. Data We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: This includes your name, email address, and other contact details provided when you create an account, participate in a competition, or contact us.
  • Competition Data: This includes project submissions, code, and other materials you submit as part of your participation in our competitions.
  • Usage Data: Information automatically collected when you interact with the platform, such as IP addresses, browser types, device information, and how you use the platform (e.g., pages visited, links clicked).
  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing behavior and preferences.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data for the following purposes:

  • Account Management: To create and manage your account on our platform, allowing you to participate in competitions and access related features.
  • Competition Participation: To facilitate your participation in our competitions, including the submission and evaluation of your entries.
  • Platform Improvement: To analyze user behavior and improve the functionality and performance of our platform.
  • Marketing and Communication: With your consent, we may send you promotional materials and updates related to new competitions, features, or other relevant content.
  • Compliance and Legal Obligations: To meet legal requirements and protect the rights and safety of our users, the platform, and others.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: Where required, we will request your consent to collect and use your personal data for specific purposes (e.g., marketing).
  • Contractual Necessity: Your personal data is required to create an account, participate in competitions, and access platform features.
  • Legitimate Interest: We may process data based on our legitimate interest in providing and improving our platform, ensuring security, and protecting our rights.
  • Legal Obligations: We may process your data to comply with legal or regulatory requirements.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your data with the following third parties:

  • Service Providers: We work with service providers (e.g., hosting providers, analytics services) to deliver our platform. These third parties are bound by confidentiality agreements and are only allowed to use your data as needed to perform services on our behalf.
  • Competition Sponsors: In some cases, competition sponsors may have access to limited participant data, such as competition results.
  • Legal Authorities: If required by law, we may disclose your information to legal authorities to comply with legal processes, protect our rights, or prevent harm.

6. Data Security

We are committed to protecting your data. We use appropriate technical and organizational measures, such as encryption and secure servers, to safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure.

7. User Rights

You have the following rights concerning your personal data:

  • Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Correction: You have the right to correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances.
  • Restrict Processing: You can ask us to limit the processing of your data under certain conditions.
  • Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
  • Withdraw Consent: If we rely on consent to process your data, you can withdraw it at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [contact information].

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our platform, analyze usage, and improve our services. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or opt out of non-essential cookies through our cookie banner.

For more information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

9. Data Retention

We will retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including legal and reporting requirements. Once your data is no longer required, we will delete or anonymize it in a secure manner.

10. International Data Transfers

If we transfer your data to countries outside your region (e.g., the European Economic Area), we will ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses or other legal mechanisms, to protect your data.

11. Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child, we will delete it immediately.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting an updated version on the platform or sending you a notification. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at:

  • Email: support@codecolosseum.dev

We are committed to responding to your inquiries promptly and addressing any concerns regarding your privacy.

This Privacy Policy ensures that users understand how their data is handled and helps our platform remain compliant with international privacy regulations.