Privacy Policy 

1. The NeuroSeed Foundation ("we," "our," or "us") is a youth-led non-commercial organization that provides educational resources and content to high school students interested in neuroscience. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information. Please read this privacy policy very carefully. By using our website or services, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access this site or our services. 

2. We may collect the following types of information that you voluntarily provide to us:

• Name
• Email address
• School or grade level  
• Phone numbers
• Messages sent via email or social media

Our website or platforms may collect basic technical information such as, but not limited to device type, browser type, or general usage data. We do not track sensitive personal information. We collect our information through registration to our newsletter, event registration forms, email communication, social media direct messages, website signup forms, organizational applications, surveys, and competitions. 

3. We use your information to:

• Send updates, newsletters, and event information
• Respond to inquiries or messages
•  Improve our educational content and services
• Manage participation in events 
• Maintain safe and respectful communication

We do not use your information for commercial purposes. We take privacy policy seriously and ensure that demographic data is stripped of identifiable details to maintain full anonymity. 

4. Your information may be stored in google drives, email, spreadsheets, website databases, and social media inboxes. Access to your private information is strictly limited to the NeuroSeed Foundation. We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as email delivery, hosting services, and analytics. These service providers have access to your personal information only to perform these tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose. None of these services are shared with third parties for profits. 

5. If you are accessing out services from outside the United States, you acknowledge that your information may be stored or processed in the United States, where privacy laws may differ from those in your country. Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. You have the right to request at any time to access the information we have about you, ask us to delete your information, or opt out of emails or communications. 

6. If you choose to provide us with your email address, you consent to receive emails from us. You may unsubscribe from our marketing emails at any time by contacting us directly. 

7. Our services are intended for users who are at least 14 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 14. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with any personal information, please contact us. 

8. We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by updating the Privacy Policy on this page and the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to personally review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. 

9. If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at theneuroseed@gmail.com.