Privacy Policy
Last Updated: March 2025
Ocean Hackathon Kuala Lumpur ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (PDPA) of Malaysia. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal data in the following ways:
Event Registration: When you register for Ocean Hackathon Kuala Lumpur, we may collect your name, email address, contact number, organisation, and payment details (if applicable).
Email Communication: If you contact us via email, we may collect your name, email address, and any other information you provide.
Website Usage Data: Our website automatically collects limited technical information, such as your IP address, browser type, and device information, to help us analyse visitor trends and improve user experience. This data is collected anonymously and does not personally identify you.
2. How We Use Your Data
We collect and use your personal data for the following purposes:
To process event registrations and manage participant information.
To respond to inquiries sent via email.
To analyse website traffic and improve our services.
To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud.
We will never sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.
3. Third-Party Service
We may use third-party services, including:
Payment Gateway: When you register for the event, payments may be processed by a secure third-party provider that complies with PDPA and other relevant data protection laws.
Website Analytics: We may use analytics tools to understand website traffic patterns. These tools collect non-personal data anonymously.
4. Data Security & Retention
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Your data is stored securely, and we only retain it for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes stated in this policy.
5. Your Rights Under Malaysia’s PDPA
Under Malaysia’s Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (PDPA), you have the right to:
Access your personal data held by us.
Request corrections if your information is inaccurate or outdated.
Withdraw consent for us to process your data (except where required by law).
Request deletion of your personal data (subject to applicable legal requirements).
To exercise these rights, please contact us at oceanhackathonkl@gmail.com.
6. Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and we encourage you to review their policies before providing any personal data.
7. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review it periodically.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at:
📧 Email: oceanhackathonkl@gmail.com
By using our website and registering for our events, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.