Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Youth Tech Foundation is committed to protecting the privacy of our students, staff, supporters, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website, apply for our programs, or otherwise interact with us.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
• School or organization affiliation
• Application information (e.g., program interest, year group, motivation)
• Communications you send to us
• Newsletter subscription preferences

We may also automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, such as IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited, to improve our services and user experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process applications for Youth Tech Labs and Youth Tech Academy programs
• Communicate with you about programs, events, and updates
• Respond to your inquiries and provide support
• Send newsletters and program-related communications (with your consent)
• Improve our website, programs, and services
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only with trusted partners who assist us in operating our programs (e.g., partner schools, facilitators) and only to the extent necessary for program delivery. We may also disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights and safety.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational 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. Your Rights

Depending on applicable law, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information, or to withdraw consent for certain processing. To exercise these rights, please contact us at hello@youthtechfoundation.org.

7. Children's Privacy

Our programs are designed for youth (ages 12–18). For student applications, we may collect information with parental or guardian consent where required. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 12 without appropriate consent.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at hello@youthtechfoundation.org.