Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how DevMarathon (“we”, “our”, “us”) collects, uses, shares, and protects information when you use our platform, website, and related services (collectively, the “Service”).

By using DevMarathon, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

1.1 Information you provide directly

• Account information such as name, email address, and password
• Profile information such as username, bio, skills, and links
• Content you submit including hackathon projects, code repositories, descriptions, and submissions
• Communication data such as messages, feedback, or support requests
• Payment information if you purchase paid features (processed via third-party payment providers, we do not store full card details)

1.2 Information collected automatically

• Device information such as browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
• Log data including IP address, access times, pages viewed, and actions performed
• Usage data such as interactions with features, AI agents, and project workflows
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

1.3 AI and project generation data

Because DevMarathon uses AI-assisted workflows:

• Inputs you provide to AI agents (prompts, instructions, project ideas)
• Generated outputs (code structure, feedback, evaluations)
• Interaction history with AI tools inside the platform

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Create and manage your account
• Provide and operate the DevMarathon platform
• Run AI agents and generate hackathon workflows
• Evaluate and score projects
• Improve platform features, AI systems, and user experience
• Provide customer support
• Detect fraud, abuse, and security issues
• Send important updates such as service announcements or policy changes
• Enable community features like leaderboards and public project pages (if enabled by you)

3. How We Share Information

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share information in the following cases:

3.1 With other users

• Public profiles and published hackathon projects are visible to other users
• Leaderboard scores and project results may be publicly displayed

3.2 With service providers

We use third-party providers for:

• Cloud hosting and storage
• AI model processing
• Analytics and monitoring
• Email delivery
• Payment processing

These providers only access data necessary to perform their functions.

3.3 Legal requirements

We may disclose information if required to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Respond to lawful requests by authorities
• Protect our rights, users, or platform integrity

3.4 Business transfers

If DevMarathon is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, user data may be transferred as part of that transaction.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you logged in
• Remember preferences
• Analyze usage and performance
• Improve platform stability

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information as long as necessary to:

• Provide the Service
• Fulfill the purposes described in this policy
• Comply with legal obligations

You may request deletion of your account and associated data. Some information may be retained in anonymized or aggregated form.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:

• Encryption in transit and at rest where applicable
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms
• Monitoring for unauthorized activity

However, no system is 100 percent secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. AI Processing and Limitations

DevMarathon uses AI systems to assist with:

• Code generation and structuring
• Project evaluation and scoring
• Feedback and mentoring simulations

Important notes:

• AI outputs may not always be accurate or complete
• You are responsible for reviewing generated content before use
• AI systems may process user inputs to generate results but are not used to make legally binding decisions about users

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights including:

• Accessing your personal data
• Requesting correction of inaccurate data
• Requesting deletion of your data
• Objecting to or restricting certain processing
• Data portability

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.

9. International Data Transfers

DevMarathon may process and store data in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws. We take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

10. Children’s Privacy

DevMarathon is not intended for children under 13 (or the minimum age required in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it.

11. Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the Service after changes means you accept the updated policy.

13. Contact

If you have questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at:

DevMarathon Support
Email: hello@devmarathon.ai