Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to TECHGYANATHON 2026. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you register for and participate in our technical festival organized by ITSA at Vasantdada Patil Pratishthan's College of Engineering (VPPCOE), Mumbai.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, college/university name, and year of study
• Payment Information: Transaction details for registration fees (processed securely through our payment gateway)
• Event Participation Data: Events registered for, team information, and participation records
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and device information when you access our website

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To process your event registration and issue entry passes
• To communicate important event updates and announcements
• To manage event logistics and participant coordination
• To verify your identity during the event
• To process payments and issue receipts
• To improve our services and future events

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Event Sponsors: Limited information may be shared with event sponsors for prize distribution (with your consent)
• Payment Processors: Secure payment gateways for transaction processing
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, typically for a period of one year after the event concludes, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to access your personal information
• Right to request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations)
• Right to withdraw consent for marketing communications

8. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: