PRIVACY_POLICY
> last_updated: April 8, 2026
[OVERVIEW]
Hobocon is organized by SecKC, a Kansas City technology community and registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use the Hobocon website (hobocon.com) and the Hobocon mobile application.
[INFORMATION_WE_COLLECT]
We may collect the following types of information:
- > Personal information: Name and email address when you register for the event, join the waitlist, or submit a presentation proposal.
- > Usage data: Anonymous analytics data such as pages visited, device type, and general location (city/country level) collected via Vercel Analytics.
- > Transaction data: Ticket purchases are processed through Humanitix, a third-party ticketing platform. We do not directly store your payment information.
[HOW_WE_USE_YOUR_INFORMATION]
- > To process event registrations and ticket purchases
- > To send event-related communications and updates
- > To improve our website and mobile application
- > To respond to your inquiries
[THIRD_PARTY_SERVICES]
We use the following third-party services that may collect data:
- > Humanitix: Ticket sales and event registration
- > Vercel Analytics: Privacy-focused website analytics
These services have their own privacy policies governing how they handle your data.
[DATA_SHARING]
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only as necessary to operate the event (e.g., with venue or transportation partners for logistics) or as required by law.
[DATA_SECURITY]
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
[CHILDREN'S_PRIVACY]
Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us so we can promptly remove it.
[YOUR_RIGHTS]
You have the right to:
- > Request access to the personal data we hold about you
- > Request correction or deletion of your personal data
- > Opt out of marketing communications
[CHANGES_TO_THIS_POLICY]
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
[CONTACT_US]
If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact us at hobocon@seckc.org.