Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to Softleo Fellowship Programs ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, participate in our fellowship programs, or engage with our services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

Register for fellowship programs
Create an account on our platform
Submit applications or forms
Contact us via email or other communication methods
Participate in surveys or feedback sessions

This information may include:

Name and contact information (email, phone number, address)
Educational background and experience
Resume and portfolio materials
Project submissions and assignments
Communication preferences

Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information when you access our website:

IP address and device information
Browser type and operating system
Pages visited and time spent on our site
Referring website information
Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Provide and maintain our fellowship programs
Process applications and evaluate candidates
Communicate program updates and announcements
Provide mentorship and educational resources
Improve our website and services
Send newsletters and promotional materials (with consent)
Comply with legal obligations
Protect against fraud and unauthorized access

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except in the following circumstances:

Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting our programs
Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights and safety
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
Consent: When you have given explicit consent for sharing

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access and review your personal information
Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
Delete your personal information
Restrict or object to processing
Data portability
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@softleo.com.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, but disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware of such collection, we will take steps to delete the information.

International Users

If you are accessing our services from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where privacy laws may differ from those in your country.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

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