Privacy Policy.

1. Overview

Haproven is a technology and community initiative focused on hackathons, projects, events and technology. Its ecosystem supports learning, collaboration, software development, innovation and community participation.

This Privacy Policy provides information about personal data practices associated with Haproven-operated websites, digital tools and community activities that adopt this policy.

The information collected and how it is handled may vary depending on the particular service used.

2. Scope of This Policy

This policy applies to Haproven websites, platforms and services that link to or expressly adopt this Privacy Policy.

These may include:

• Official Haproven websites and informational pages.
• Community registration and participation forms.
• Project discovery and showcase platforms.
• Public profiles and contributor directories.
• Hackathons, competitions and events.
• Educational initiatives and digital tools.

Individual projects may provide additional privacy notices or service-specific information. Those notices should be reviewed alongside this policy.

3. Information We Collect

Depending on how you interact with a Haproven service, different categories of information may be processed.

3.1 Information You Provide

• Name and contact information.
• Email address and communication details.
• Professional, educational or profile information.
• Project descriptions and portfolio links.
• Event registration and participation information.
• Feedback, inquiries and support requests.
• Application details and documents submitted for specific programs.

3.2 Technical Information

Technical information may be processed by hosting providers and services used to operate websites or digital applications.

• IP address and approximate location.
• Browser type and operating system.
• Device and display characteristics.
• Requested pages and access timestamps.
• Diagnostic information and error logs.
• Security-related activity information.

3.3 Publicly Submitted Information

Some services may allow users to submit profile information, projects, biographies, photographs or social media links intended for public display.

Information published through public directories or profiles may be accessible to website visitors and search engines.

4. How Information Is Used

Information may be processed for purposes associated with operating and supporting Haproven services.

• Providing requested platform features and services.
• Processing registrations and applications.
• Managing events, projects and community participation.
• Responding to questions and support requests.
• Reviewing information submitted for relevant programs.
• Maintaining website reliability and security.
• Communicating service-related information.
• Meeting applicable legal obligations.

Applicable legal grounds and specific processing purposes may differ depending on the service and the information involved.

5. Information Sharing

Certain information may need to be processed by authorized service providers to support the operation of Haproven platforms and activities.

Such providers may include website hosting, communication, form-processing and technical service providers.

Information may also be disclosed where required by applicable law or valid legal processes.

6. Cookies & Browser Storage

Haproven websites may use cookies, local storage or similar browser technologies to support functionality and remember user preferences.

These technologies may be used for features such as theme preferences, session-related functionality or other technical requirements.

Third-party services may use their own technologies in accordance with their policies.

Users can manage cookies through browser settings. Disabling certain technologies may affect website functionality.

Read our Cookie Policy for additional information.

7. Third-Party Websites & Services

Haproven platforms may link to or integrate with external services such as GitHub, hosting platforms, social networks and other providers.

These independent providers operate under their own privacy policies and terms.

Haproven does not control the data practices of independent third-party websites and services.

Users should review relevant third-party policies before providing personal information.

8. Data Security

Haproven aims to apply reasonable technical and organizational safeguards appropriate to the information and services involved.

However, no internet transmission, website or electronic storage system can be guaranteed completely secure.

Users should avoid submitting passwords, confidential credentials or unnecessary sensitive information through public communication channels.

9. Data Retention

Personal information may be retained for as long as reasonably necessary to provide services, maintain records, address requests or comply with applicable obligations.

Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information and the purpose for which it was collected.

When information is no longer required, appropriate deletion, anonymization or other handling measures may apply.

10. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on applicable law and the circumstances of processing, individuals may have rights relating to their personal information.

• Request information about relevant data processing.
• Request correction of inaccurate personal information.
• Request deletion where legally applicable.
• Withdraw consent where processing relies on consent.
• Raise concerns about privacy practices.
• Exercise other rights provided under applicable law.

Requests can be submitted through the official Haproven contact channels. Identity verification may be necessary before processing certain requests.

11. Public Profiles & Directories

Haproven may operate profile-oriented services, including HaproID and community directories.

These services may display information such as names, biographies, professional interests, projects, photographs and social links.

Users should only submit information they are authorized to share.

Public profile information may be indexed by search engines or accessed by third parties.

12. Children's Privacy

Certain educational programs, competitions or community initiatives may involve students who are minors.

Where required by applicable law, parental or lawful guardian consent and appropriate safeguards must be considered before processing children's personal information.

Parents or guardians may contact the Haproven Team regarding information submitted by a minor.

13. International Access & Processing

Haproven websites may be accessed from different countries and regions.

Depending on hosting providers and technical services, information may be processed or stored in different geographic locations.

Applicable privacy and data protection requirements may vary by jurisdiction.

14. Information Accuracy & Updates

Users should provide accurate and current information when submitting profiles, forms or applications.

If submitted information becomes outdated or incorrect, users may request appropriate corrections through the relevant service or contact channel.

Haproven may request additional information when reasonably necessary to verify or process correction requests.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated to reflect changes in services, technical practices or applicable legal requirements.

Updated versions will be published on this page with a revised modification date.

Additional notice or consent may be provided or obtained where required by law.

16. Contact Us

If you have questions, requests or concerns about this Privacy Policy or personal information practices, please contact the Haproven Team.