Privacy Policy

Introduction

Technical Round (“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 use our AI engineering mock interview and coaching platform.

By using our service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information:

• Name and email address (when you create an account)
• Profile information and professional background
• Payment information (processed securely through Stripe)
• Communication preferences and settings

Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your use of our service:

• Session recordings and interview performance data
• Booking and scheduling information
• Website usage analytics and performance metrics
• Device information and browser type
• IP address and location data (for security purposes)

Third-Party Authentication

When you sign in using Google OAuth, we receive basic profile information including your name, email address, and profile picture as authorized by you.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To provide mock interviews, coaching sessions, and platform functionality
• Account Management: To create and manage your user account and preferences
• Communication: To send booking confirmations, reminders, and service updates
• Payment Processing: To process payments and manage billing (via Stripe)
• Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our services
• Security: To protect against fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform:

• Supabase: Database hosting and authentication services
• Stripe: Payment processing (they have their own privacy policy)
• SendGrid: Email delivery services
• Google Calendar API: Scheduling and calendar integration
• Vercel: Application hosting and deployment

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in good faith belief that such action is necessary to:

• Comply with legal obligations or court orders
• Protect and defend our rights or property
• Prevent fraud or investigate potential violations
• Protect the safety of users or the public

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure authentication using NextAuth.js
• Regular security audits and updates
• Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
• Secure hosting infrastructure with industry-standard protections

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services to you
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
• Improve our services through analysis

When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where retention is required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

Your Privacy Rights

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

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Restriction: Request limitation of processing in certain circumstances

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the information provided below.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience:

• Essential Cookies: Required for authentication and basic functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our platform
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though disabling certain cookies may affect platform functionality.

Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete such information.

International Data Transfers

Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Additional Rights for EU and California Residents

If you are a resident of the European Union or California, you may have additional rights under GDPR or CCPA respectively:

• Right to be informed about data collection and use
• Right to object to processing for marketing purposes
• Right to lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities
• Right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

For California residents: We do not sell personal information and have not sold personal information in the preceding 12 months.