At Hack The Future, we believe trust matters. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, and how we use it.

By using this website or submitting an application, you agree to the practices described below.

01

Who We Are

Hack The Future is an educational initiative designed to help young people explore real-world challenges, develop practical skills, and connect with mentors, institutions, and future opportunities.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at:

Email: social@catalizator.org

02

Information We Collect

When you submit an application through the website, we may collect:

• Name
• Email address
• Age
• School
• Your answer to "Why are you keen to join?"
• Your selected challenge theme
• Whether you are applying individually or as part of a team

We may also collect limited technical information when you visit the website, such as browser type, device information, and general website usage data.

03

How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide to:

• Review and evaluate applications
• Communicate with applicants and participants
• Organize the event and participant experience
• Create teams where appropriate
• Share important updates related to Hack The Future
• Improve future editions of the programme and website

We only collect information that is relevant to running the programme and supporting participants.

04

Photography and Event Media

During Hack The Future, photographs and video recordings may be taken during event activities.

These may be used to document the event, celebrate participants, and share the story of the programme through websites, social media, reports, and partner communications.

Where appropriate, additional consent may be requested before specific media is used.

05

Sharing Information

We do not sell personal information.

Information may be shared with trusted organisers, mentors, partners, and service providers only when necessary to operate and deliver the programme.

Any such sharing is limited to what is reasonably required for event administration and participant support.

06

Data Retention

We keep personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to manage applications, deliver the programme, communicate with participants, and maintain records related to the initiative.

When information is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymised.

07

Your Rights

You may request access to the personal information we hold about you, ask for corrections, or request deletion of your information where appropriate.

To make a request, please contact:

social@catalizator.org

08

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Any updates will be published on this page together with the revised date shown above.