Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 16, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to CodeWithAhsan ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you use our mentorship platform.

By using CodeWithAhsan, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our platform.

2. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information to provide and improve our services:

2.1 Authentication Information

Email address (via Firebase Authentication)
Display name and profile photo
Authentication provider information (Google, GitHub, etc.)
User ID and authentication tokens

2.2 Profile Information

Username and bio
Skills, domains of expertise, and difficulty level
Discord username for community integration
Mentor/mentee role and status
Profile customization preferences

2.3 Mentorship Data

Mentorship requests and applications
Session bookings and scheduling information
Availability settings and time slot preferences
Communication history related to mentorship sessions
Session feedback and ratings

2.4 Project Collaboration Data

Project proposals and descriptions
Team membership and roles
Project applications and invitations
Collaboration history and activity logs

2.5 Learning Roadmap Data

Created roadmaps and version history
Roadmap content and metadata
User interactions with roadmaps

3. Google Calendar Integration

This section is critical for users who connect their Google Calendar to our platform.

3.1 What Data We Access

When you choose to connect your Google Calendar to CodeWithAhsan, we access the Google Calendar API to:

Create calendar events for your mentorship session bookings
Update calendar events when bookings are rescheduled
Delete calendar events when bookings are cancelled

3.2 How We Use Calendar Data

We use your Google Calendar access to:

Automatically add confirmed mentorship sessions to your calendar
Keep your calendar synchronized with booking changes
Provide you with convenient calendar reminders
Prevent scheduling conflicts by checking availability

3.3 Data Storage and Security

We store the following Google Calendar-related data:

Refresh Tokens: Encrypted using AES-256-GCM encryption and stored securely in Firebase Firestore
Access Tokens: Automatically refreshed by the Google APIs client library and never permanently stored
Calendar Event IDs: Stored in booking records to enable updates and deletions

3.4 User Control

You have complete control over your Google Calendar integration:

Calendar integration is completely optional
You can disconnect your Google Calendar at any time from your profile settings
Disconnecting removes all stored tokens and stops calendar synchronization
Booking functionality works normally without calendar integration

3.5 Compliance with Google API Services User Data Policy

Our use of information received from Google APIs adheres to the Google API Services User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements.

4. Discord Integration

Our platform integrates with Discord to facilitate community communication:

4.1 Discord Username Collection

We collect your Discord username to identify you in the community
Your Discord username is displayed to other platform members
Used for role assignment (Mentor, Mentee, Admin roles)

4.2 Discord Communication

Direct messages (DMs) for important notifications (booking confirmations, invitations, etc.)
Private Discord channels for project collaboration
Discord channel access management based on project membership

4.3 What We Don't Collect

We do not store Discord message content
We do not access your Discord contacts or servers
We only use Discord's API for notifications and channel management

5. How We Use Your Information

We use your data for the following purposes:

Platform Functionality: To provide mentorship matching, project collaboration, and learning resources
Communication: To send booking confirmations, status updates, and important notifications
Calendar Management: To synchronize mentorship sessions with your Google Calendar
Community Integration: To manage Discord roles and channel access
Service Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our platform
Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats

6. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We share your data with the following third-party services:

6.1 Firebase (Google Cloud)

Authentication services
Database storage (Firestore)
File storage (Firebase Storage)
Hosting infrastructure

6.2 Google Calendar API

Only if you explicitly connect your calendar - used for event management
Data transfer encrypted via HTTPS
Subject to Google's privacy policies

6.3 Discord

Community communication and notifications
Role and channel management
Subject to Discord's privacy policies

6.4 What We Don't Do

We do not sell your personal data to third parties
We do not share your data for advertising purposes
We do not use your Google Calendar data for any purpose other than session synchronization

7. Data Security

We implement multiple security measures to protect your data:

Encryption: Google Calendar refresh tokens encrypted using AES-256-GCM
Secure Storage: All data stored in Firebase Firestore with security rules
Access Control: Role-based access control for sensitive operations
HTTPS: All data transmission encrypted via HTTPS
Authentication: Secure Firebase Authentication with token-based sessions
Regular Audits: Periodic security reviews and updates

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

8. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your data:

8.1 Access

View your profile and data through your account settings
Request a copy of your data by contacting us

8.2 Correction

Update your profile information at any time
Correct inaccuracies in your data

8.3 Deletion

Delete your account and associated data
Request removal of specific data by contacting us
Note: Some data may be retained for legal or security purposes

8.4 Data Portability

Request an export of your data in a machine-readable format

8.5 Withdrawal of Consent

Disconnect Google Calendar integration at any time
Opt out of Discord notifications
Close your account to stop data collection

9. Cookies and Analytics

We use the following analytics and tracking technologies:

9.1 Google Analytics

Tracking ID: G-GXQ6YGD3WM
Used to analyze website traffic and user behavior
Helps us improve platform performance and user experience
Subject to Google Analytics privacy policy

9.2 Essential Cookies

Authentication session cookies
User preference storage
Security and fraud prevention

You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect platform functionality.

10. Children's Privacy

CodeWithAhsan is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately, and we will delete that information.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by:

Posting a notice on our platform
Sending an email notification to registered users
Updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy

Your continued use of CodeWithAhsan after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:

Email: muhd.ahsanayaz@gmail.com
Website: codewithahsan.dev

This Privacy Policy was last updated on February 16, 2026.