Privacy Policy

1. INTRODUCTION

Welcome to Code-Sorted (“we”, “our”, “us”, or “Platform”).

Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, process, store, and protect your personal information when you use our website, services, and features (collectively, the “Services”).

By accessing or using Code-Sorted, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. SCOPE OF THIS POLICY

This Privacy Policy applies to:

• All visitors and users of Code-Sorted
• Registered users and contributors
• Anyone interacting with our services, tools, or content

It covers data collected through:

• Website usage
• Account creation
• Interactive features (including avatars, learning tools, etc.)

3. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We collect information to provide, improve, and secure our services. The types of information we collect include:

3.1 Personal Information

When you create an account or interact with the platform, we may collect:

• Name or username
• Email address
• Profile preferences (including avatar selection, gender preference if provided)

3.2 Technical and Device Information

We may automatically collect:

• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Device type
• Screen resolution
• Referring URLs

3.3 Usage Data

This includes:

• Pages visited
• Time spent on features
• Interaction patterns
• Click behavior

This helps us improve usability and performance.

3.4 IP Address and Location Data (IMPORTANT)

We collect your IP address as part of standard internet communication.

From this, we may derive:

• Approximate geographic location (such as city or region level)
• Network-related metadata

Why this is collected:

Your IP address and derived location data are used for:

• Security monitoring and fraud prevention
• Detecting suspicious or unauthorized access attempts
• Preventing abuse, bot activity, or malicious behavior
• Ensuring platform integrity and stability
• Supporting legal compliance when necessary

We want to clarify:

• We do not track precise GPS-level location unless explicitly provided by you
• We do not sell or publicly disclose your IP address or location data
• This data is used internally to maintain a safe and reliable platform

3.5 Log Data

We maintain system logs that may include:

• IP address
• Login timestamps
• Device/session identifiers
• Error logs

These logs are essential for:

• Debugging
• Security auditing
• System performance monitoring

3.6 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Maintain user sessions
• Remember preferences
• Improve user experience

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

4. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use collected data for the following purposes:

4.1 Service Delivery

• Creating and managing user accounts
• Providing access to educational content
• Enabling features like avatar generation

4.2 Personalization

• Customizing user experience
• Suggesting relevant content
• Generating personalized avatars

4.3 Security and Integrity

This is one of our core priorities.

We use data (including IP and logs) to:

• Detect and prevent fraud
• Monitor suspicious activity
• Protect against unauthorized access
• Maintain system reliability

4.4 Analytics and Improvement

• Understanding user behavior
• Improving features and performance
• Optimizing UI/UX

4.5 Legal Compliance

We may use and retain data to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Respond to lawful requests
• Enforce our Terms and Conditions

5. DATA SHARING AND DISCLOSURE

We value your privacy and do not sell your personal data.

We may share data only in the following situations:

5.1 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required:

• By law, regulation, or court order
• To protect rights, safety, or property
• To investigate fraud or illegal activity

5.2 Service Providers

We may use trusted third-party services for:

• Hosting
• Analytics
• Security

These providers are required to maintain confidentiality and data protection standards.

5.3 Business Transfers

In case of:

• Merger
• Acquisition
• Asset sale

User data may be transferred as part of the business, subject to privacy commitments.

6. DATA RETENTION

We retain your data only as long as necessary:

• To provide services
• To maintain security logs
• To comply with legal obligations

When data is no longer required, we take reasonable steps to delete or anonymize it.

7. DATA SECURITY

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures, including:

• Encryption (where applicable)
• Secure servers and infrastructure
• Access control mechanisms
• Monitoring and anomaly detection systems

While we strive for high security, no system is completely immune to risks.

8. USER RIGHTS AND CONTROL

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction or updates
• Request deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent (where applicable)

You may contact us to exercise these rights.

9. ACCOUNT AND DATA DELETION

Users may request:

• Account deletion
• Removal of associated data

Some information may be retained if required for:

• Legal compliance
• Security and fraud prevention

10. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

Code-Sorted is not intended for children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without parental consent.

If such data is identified, we will take steps to delete it.

11. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites.

We are not responsible for:

• Their privacy practices
• Their content

Users are encouraged to review third-party policies separately.

12. INTERNATIONAL DATA USAGE

If you access Code-Sorted from outside your country:

• Your data may be processed in different jurisdictions
• By using the platform, you consent to such transfers

13. UPDATES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

• Updates will be posted on this page
• Continued use of the platform indicates acceptance

14. TRANSPARENCY NOTE ON IP & SECURITY USAGE

We believe in clarity and transparency.

While IP address and location-derived data are collected, they are used:

• Primarily for security and fraud prevention
• To ensure safe usage of the platform
• To protect users from malicious activity

We do not use this data for intrusive surveillance or unnecessary tracking.

15. CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have any questions or concerns:

• Email: codesorted0704@gmail.com
• Platform: Code-Sorted

16. FINAL STATEMENT

By using Code-Sorted, you acknowledge that:

• You understand how your data is collected and used
• You agree to this Privacy Policy
• You trust us to handle your data responsibly and securely