1. Introduction

DeepHiveMind ("we", "us", "our") values your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal data when you interact with our AI community, services, website, or participate in our events and discussions.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, company, role/title, location, and profile information when you:

• Sign up for our community
• Contact us for support or inquiries
• Participate in discussions and events
• Create posts, comments, or contribute to projects
• Subscribe to our newsletters or updates

2.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your interaction with our platform, including:

• IP address, browser type, and device information
• Pages visited, time spent on the platform, and navigation patterns
• Referral URLs and community engagement metrics
• Analytics data about community participation and contributions

2.3 Technical and Project Data

For specific projects, collaborations, or technical engagements, we may collect limited technical data about systems, AI models, or applications as explicitly agreed upon and only as necessary for the collaborative activity.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide and manage community access and participation
• Respond to inquiries and provide technical support
• Facilitate discussions, projects, and collaborative learning
• Send community updates, newsletters, or announcements (with consent where required)
• Improve our platform, services, and community experience
• Analyze usage patterns and community engagement
• Support educational and professional development opportunities
• Ensure compliance with community guidelines and platform rules

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With Consent: When you explicitly agree to share information
• Service Providers: To trusted partners and service providers who help operate our platform (e.g., hosting, analytics, communication tools)
• Community Features: Publicly visible information as part of community participation, discussions, and profiles
• Legal Requirements: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, or government requests
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Protection: To protect the rights, property, or safety of DeepHiveMind, our community members, or the public

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Access controls and authentication requirements
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Secure data storage and backup procedures
• Employee training on data protection practices

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Community contributions and discussions may be retained indefinitely as part of the public record, unless you request deletion in accordance with your rights.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our platform uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Provide essential website functionality
• Analyze usage patterns and improve user experience
• Remember your preferences and login status
• Support community interaction and personalization

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our platform.

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request details of personal data we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data, subject to legal limitations
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured format
• Objection: Object to certain processing activities, including direct communications
• Restriction: Request limitation of processing in certain circumstances
• Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for processing based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

9. Third-Party Links and Services

Our community platform may contain links to external websites, GitHub repositories, or third-party services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to these external sites or services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you use in connection with our community.

10. Children's Privacy

DeepHiveMind is intended for adults and professionals in the AI and technology fields. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18 years of age. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed and stored in countries other than your own, including countries that may not offer the same level of data protection as your home country. When we transfer personal information internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards to protect your data in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

12. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will:

• Update the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy
• Post the updated policy on this page
• Notify community members through our platform or email

Your continued use of our services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: