Privacy Policy
Free Tech Events
Last updated: November 4, 2026
Free Tech Events (freetechevents.com) is a directory of free technology events, initially focused on the greater Seattle area. We respect your privacy and aim to collect only the information necessary to operate and maintain this service.
Information We Collect
Visitors can browse published events without creating an account or signing in.
Authorized administrators sign in using Google Authentication. This process may provide us with their Google account identifier, email address, display name, and profile information.
Event announcements submitted for consideration may include organizer names, contact information, event descriptions, registration links, and other information supplied in the announcement.
How We Use Information
We use Google account information to authenticate administrators, verify their permissions, and protect administrative functions.
Submitted event information is used to identify, evaluate, organize, and publish relevant technology events. Event submissions may be processed using automated tools, including artificial intelligence, and reviewed by an administrator before publication.
Google Account Data
Google sign-in is used for administrator access. We do not request access to your Gmail messages, Google Drive files, Google Calendar, or Google account password through this sign-in process.
Google account information obtained through sign-in is used for authentication and administrative authorization, not for advertising.
Storage and Third-Party Services
Free Tech Events uses Firebase Authentication and Google Cloud Firestore to manage authentication, event records, and administrative data.
The website and its supporting services use third-party infrastructure, including GitHub Pages, Cloudflare, and Vercel. Submitted event information may be processed through Google's Gemini API to assist with event extraction and classification.
These service providers may process technical information necessary to deliver their services, subject to their applicable policies.
Information Sharing
Published event details are publicly accessible on Free Tech Events. We do not sell Google account information or use administrator sign-in information for targeted advertising.
Information is shared with service providers as necessary to operate the website, or when required by applicable law.
Data Retention and Security
Administrative account information is retained as needed to manage authorized access. Event information and review records may be retained for operational and historical purposes.
We use access controls and service-provider security features to protect nonpublic information. No internet-based service can guarantee absolute security.
External Websites
Event listings may link to external websites such as Meetup, Luma, and event organizers' registration pages. Those websites have their own privacy practices, which Free Tech Events does not control.
Your Privacy Choices
Visitors do not need a Google account to browse event listings. Administrators may sign out of their accounts and may request correction or removal of their administrative information, subject to operational requirements.
Changes to This Policy
This policy may be updated as Free Tech Events introduces new features or changes its data practices. Updates will be posted on this page.
Contact
For questions about this Privacy Policy or requests concerning personal information, contact: contact@freetechevents.com