Privacy Policy

Last Updated: Sept 20 2024

1. Information We Collect

• Personal Information: When you register on Code Monk, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, and profile details. You may also provide links to your social media accounts (GitHub, LinkedIn, Portfolio).

• Posts and Content: The content you share, such as project updates, announcements, and other posts, will be stored in our database and viewable by other members of the club.

• Device Information: We may collect information about the device you use to access Code Monk, including its operating system, device ID, and other technical details.

• Firebase Analytics: We use Firebase Analytics to track and analyze user interaction within the app. This helps us improve the app and provide a better user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

• To allow users to post content about their projects, announcements, and view profiles.

• To enable social media integration, allowing users to link their GitHub, LinkedIn, and portfolio.

• To send notifications, including likes on your posts and reminders or event notifications from mentors.

• To improve the app's performance and user experience by analyzing user behavior through Firebase Analytics.

3. Notifications and Permissions

• Notification Permissions: If you are using a device running Android 13 or higher, we will request permission to send you notifications. These notifications include updates on posts and reminders from mentors.

• You can manage notification preferences within the app or in your device settings.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not share or sell your personal information to third parties. The information you provide in the app is shared within the app itself and is accessible to other members of the club.

5. Security of Your Information

We use Firebase for data storage and rely on Firebase's security features to protect your data. While we strive to protect your personal information, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

6. Third-Party Services

The app may contain links to third-party services, such as GitHub, LinkedIn, and personal portfolios. Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external services.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted within the app, and the updated policy will be effective immediately upon posting.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: codemonkclub@gmail.com