Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 29, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how Code Studio Collective, Inc. ("CSC", "we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, stores, and protects the information you provide when using our website, platform, and related services (the "Platform").

1. Information We Collect

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, organization, etc., submitted via forms or portals.
• Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, referring site, and access timestamps.
• Volunteer or Client Information: Any data submitted by volunteers or clients through onboarding, collaboration tools, or secure portals.

2. How We Use Your Information

• To respond to inquiries or support requests
• To manage client or volunteer accounts
• To improve our Platform, services, and outreach
• To comply with legal obligations or protect our rights

3. Cookies and Tracking

We may use cookies or third-party analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to monitor usage patterns and improve site performance. You may disable cookies in your browser settings.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

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

• Trusted vendors and partners under strict confidentiality
• Law enforcement or regulators, if legally required
• Authorized users on client or volunteer platforms

5. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary for service delivery, legal compliance, or legitimate interests.

6. Data Security

We follow industry best practices to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no digital system is 100% secure.

7. Your Rights

You may request to access, correct, or delete your personal information. Contact us at the address below for assistance. Users in some regions may have additional rights (e.g., under GDPR or CCPA).

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Platform is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from minors without parental consent.

9. External Services & Links

Our Platform may link to external sites or tools (e.g., Stripe, Google, GitHub). We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

10. HIPAA & Sensitive Data

If you are a client working with protected health information (PHI), you must ensure compliance with HIPAA and may request a Business Associate Agreement (BAA).

11. Updates to This Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated Effective Date.

12. Contact