Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 29, 2026

1. Introduction

ConGeeks ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

  • Account Information: Name, email address, company name, and password when you register
  • Profile Information: Optional information like job title and interests
  • Communications: Messages you send us, including support requests

Information Automatically Collected

  • Usage Data: Pages viewed, features used, search queries, and export history
  • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address
  • Cookies: Session cookies for authentication and preference storage

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain our Service
  • Personalize your experience
  • Send you service updates and important notices
  • Respond to your support requests
  • Improve and optimize our Service
  • Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
  • Send marketing communications (with your consent)

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: Payment processors (Stripe), email services, hosting providers
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

We do not share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes.

5. Event Data and Public Information

Our database contains information about public events. This information is:

  • Collected from publicly available sources
  • Not considered personal information under most privacy laws
  • Available to all users of the Service
  • Subject to our Terms of Service regarding appropriate use

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. You may request deletion of your account at any time. After deletion, we may retain some information as required for legal, accounting, or security purposes.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:

  • Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
  • Secure password hashing
  • Regular security assessments
  • Access controls and authentication

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal information
  • Correction: Update or correct your information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails (service emails cannot be opted out)
  • Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@congeeks.io.

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Maintain your logged-in session
  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyze usage patterns

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit some functionality of our Service.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites (such as event websites). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

11. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn we have collected information from a child, we will delete it promptly.

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside your jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ. By using our Service, you consent to this transfer.

13. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected and the right to opt-out of data sales. We do not sell personal information.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via email or through our Service. The "Last updated" date at the top reflects the most recent version.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Email: privacy@congeeks.io
Address: [Your Business Address]

16. Data Protection Officer

If you have concerns about how we handle your data, you may contact our Data Protection Officer at dpo@congeeks.io.