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APEX-CTF.com – Privacy Policy and Terms of Service

Effective Date: 2025-04-01

Welcome to APEX-CTF.com. This page outlines our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. By using our site, you agree to both policies as described below.

Privacy Policy

1. Information Collection

When you use APEX-CTF.com, we may collect the following types of information:

  • Contact Information: Such as email addresses provided during registration or communication.
  • User Activity: Data generated through your participation in challenges, exercises, or testing environments on the platform.

2. Use of Information

All information collected is used solely for the purpose of operating, maintaining, and improving the services offered by APEX-CTF.com. This includes:

  • Managing user accounts and authentication.
  • Facilitating and monitoring participation in CTF exercises.
  • Analyzing performance data for educational and operational improvement.

3. No Selling or External Marketing

We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information or email address with third parties for marketing or commercial purposes. Your information is only used internally for the functionality of APEX-CTF.com and its related services.

4. Data Analysis

Information gathered through challenge participation and testing exercises may be collected for internal analysis. This may include anonymized or aggregated data to improve user experience, refine challenge design, and evaluate platform effectiveness.

5. Cookies

APEX-CTF.com uses cookies for essential functionality and security. These include:

  • Application Cookies: To manage user sessions, preferences, and authentication states.
  • Security Cookies: To help protect against malicious activity, unauthorized access, and abuse.

By using the platform, you consent to our use of cookies for these core functions. We do not use tracking or advertising cookies.

6. GDPR and CCPA Compliance

We are committed to upholding data privacy rights in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). As a user, you have the right to:

  • Access your data: Request a copy of your personal data stored on APEX-CTF.com.
  • Delete your data: Request the removal of your personal data at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email listed below.

7. Security

We implement reasonable and industry-standard measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Terms of Service

1. Voluntary Use

Use of APEX-CTF.com is entirely voluntary. You are not required to create an account or participate in any activities offered on the site. By choosing to use the platform, you acknowledge and accept all terms outlined in this agreement.

2. Good Faith Usage

You agree to use APEX-CTF.com in good faith, with respect for the integrity, purpose, and community of the platform. Any misuse of the site, its services, or content, including attempts to disrupt functionality or gain unauthorized access, is strictly prohibited.

3. No Warranty

APEX-CTF.com is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding the operation, availability, accuracy, or reliability of the platform or any content therein.

We expressly disclaim any and all warranties, including but not limited to:

  • Implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
  • Non-infringement.
  • Any guarantee that the site will be error-free, secure, or continuously available.

4. Limitation of Liability

Under no circumstances shall APEX-CTF.com, its administrators, developers, or affiliates be held liable for any damages or losses resulting from your use of the site. This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.
  • Data loss or corruption.
  • Service interruptions.
  • Unauthorized access or data breaches.

You use this site at your own risk.

5. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms of Service at any time. Continued use of the platform after changes are made constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Contact

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy, please contact us at:

📧 [email protected]