Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 4, 2025 Managed by: CodeVinci

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how the CodeVinci collects, uses, and protects your information when you participate in Into CodeVinci or use our CTFd platform. By using the platform, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect only the data necessary for managing and improving the competition. This may include:

a. Information You Provide

• Username, email address, and team name during registration.
• Any profile information you choose to provide.

b. Automatically Collected Data

• IP address and connection logs;
• Timestamps of submissions and login activities;
• Challenge attempts and scores;
• Browser and device metadata (for security and analytics purposes).

We do not collect unnecessary personal information such as date of birth, payment data, or government-issued IDs.

3. How We Use Your Information

Your data is used exclusively for:

• Managing registration and authentication;
• Recording submissions and scores;
• Preventing cheating and ensuring fair play;
• Improving the performance and security of the platform;
• Contacting you regarding competition updates or technical issues.

We will not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties, except as required by law or with your explicit consent.

4. Data Retention

We retain data only for as long as necessary to operate the CTF or comply with legal obligations. After the event, we may anonymize or delete personal information (such as IP addresses and emails) unless retention is necessary for future competitions or audit purposes.

5. Cookies and Analytics

The platform may use cookies to maintain user sessions and improve usability. These cookies do not track you across external sites and contain no personally identifying information.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

7. Third-Party Services

If external services (such as email providers or analytics tools) are used, they will only receive minimal and necessary data. All third-party services, if used, are expected to comply with applicable privacy regulations such as the GDPR.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access and review your personal data;
• Request correction or deletion of your data;
• Withdraw consent for data processing (where applicable).

Requests can be made by contacting us at organizers@codevinci.it. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on the platform and will take effect immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the platform after changes are posted means you accept the updated policy.

10. Contact

For questions, concerns, or data requests, contact the CodeVinci Team: 📧 organizers@codevinci.it

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By using the CodeVinci CTF platform, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.