Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

IgniteNext ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

• Name and contact information (email, phone, address)
• Educational information (school, major, graduation year)
• Professional information (company, position, experience)
• Application materials (essays, resumes, business plans)
• Payment information for donations (processed securely)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

We may automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address and browser information
• Pages visited and time spent on our website
• Referring website information
• Device and operating system information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• Processing applications and providing our services
• Communicating with you about programs and opportunities
• Improving our website and services
• Sending newsletters and updates (with your consent)
• Processing donations and maintaining donor records
• Complying with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With mentors and partners as part of our programs (with your consent)
• With service providers who assist in our operations
• When required by law or to protect our rights
• In the event of a merger or acquisition (with notice to you)

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Withdraw consent (where applicable)

7. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser, but disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on our website with an updated effective date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

• Email: privacy@ignitenext.org
• Mail: IgniteNext, Privacy Officer, [Address]
• Phone: [Phone Number]