Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 1-Nov-2025

Global Space (“we”, “our”, “us”) operates the website https://globalspace.store and is the data controller of your personal information.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you access or use our website, participate in our events, or interact with us in any form. By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Policy.

We are committed to safeguarding your personal information and ensuring transparency about how your data is handled.

1. Information We Collect

a) Personal Data You Provide

When you engage with our website or services—such as registering for events (including hackathons), submitting forms, subscribing to newsletters, or contacting us—you may provide personal information including but not limited to:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • City of residence

  • Organization/Institution

  • Social media handles

  • Payment information (if applicable)

  • Any content you submit (e.g., competition entries)

You may choose not to provide this information, but certain features (such as registration or communication) may not be available without it.

b) Automatically Collected Device Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain technical information, such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Time zone

  • Device identifiers

  • Installed cookies

  • Pages viewed and navigation patterns

  • Referring websites or search terms

We refer to this as “Device Information.” This data helps us maintain site security, improve user experience, and analyze usage trends.

2. Why We Process Your Data

We collect and process your data for the following purposes:

  • To operate, maintain, and improve our website and services

  • To manage registrations, event participation, and communication

  • To deliver updates, newsletters, and essential notifications

  • To analyze user behavior and prevent fraudulent or abusive activity

  • To comply with legal obligations

  • To support marketing and promotional activities (with consent)

  • To assist partner brands in reviewing or using submitted content for campaigns, where applicable

We process only the minimum required data necessary for these purposes.

3. How Your Information Is Used

Depending on your interaction with Global Space, your data may be used to:

  • Provide access to event details, participation flow, and outcomes

  • Contact you regarding updates, results, or opportunities

  • Improve hackathon operations and digital experiences

  • Share aggregated (non-identifiable) data for internal insights

  • Support brands in reviewing the content you submit during events (e.g., for ad campaigns as specified in event T&Cs)

We do not sell your data to third parties.

4. Your Rights

If you are a resident of the European Union or similar jurisdictions, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request corrections (rectification)

  • Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)

  • Restrict how your data is processed

  • Object to certain processing activities

  • Request a copy of your data (data portability)

  • Opt out of automated decision-making or profiling

To exercise any of these rights, you may contact us at globalspaceclub@gmail.com.

Please note: Your data may be processed or stored outside Europe, including in India, the United States, or Canada, depending on our service providers and operations.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enhance website performance

  • Personalize user experience

  • Track anonymous usage analytics

  • Maintain session security

You may disable cookies via browser settings, but this may affect website functionality.

6. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content.
We encourage you to review their respective privacy policies before sharing any personal information.

7. Data Security

We store personal information on secure servers and implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect against:

  • Unauthorized access

  • Unlawful processing

  • Accidental loss

  • Theft or modification

However, no internet transmission or storage system is 100% secure. While we do our best, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Legal Disclosure

We may disclose your information when required by law or when necessary to:

  • Comply with a legal obligation or government request

  • Protect our rights, safety, or property

  • Prevent fraud or misuse

  • Support investigations related to unlawful conduct

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
Continued use of our website indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Information

For any questions, concerns, or rights requests regarding this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at:

📧 globalspaceclub@gmail.com