1. Introduction

Welcome to Flipr Hackathon platform. By registering and participating in our online hackathons, you agree to comply with these Terms & Conditions. Please read them carefully before proceeding.

2. Eligibility

• Participation is open to individuals or teams as specified in the hackathon details.

• Participants must register using accurate personal and contact information.

• Employees of Flipr and associated partners may participate but may not be eligible for prizes if stated in the rules.

3. Registration & Fees

• All participants must complete the registration process on the Flipr platform.

• Any false information provided during registration may result in disqualification.

4. Hackathon Rules & Code of Conduct

• All submissions must be original. Plagiarism, code theft, or use of pre-built solutions that violate intellectual property rights will result in immediate disqualification.

• Participants must comply with ethical hacking practices and not engage in harmful or illegal activities.

• Disruptive behavior, harassment, or offensive conduct towards other participants, judges, or organizers will lead to disqualification.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

Participants retain full ownership of their projects and submissions.

• By submitting an entry, participants grant Flipr a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to showcase, publish, and promote their work on its platform, social media, or promotional materials.

• If the hackathon is sponsored, participants acknowledge that sponsors may also have access to their submissions for evaluation purposes.

6. Judging & Prizes

• The judging panel’s decisions are final and binding.

• Prizes will be distributed as per the criteria mentioned in the hackathon details.

• If a winning participant is found to have violated any rules, their prize may be revoked, and the next eligible participant/team will be awarded.

• Participants are responsible for any tax obligations associated with prize winnings.

7. Disqualification & Enforcement

• Flipr reserves the right to disqualify any participant/team who:

  • Submits fraudulent information.

  • Violates hackathon rules.

  • Engages in misconduct, cheating, or inappropriate behavior.

• Any attempt to manipulate the competition process or tamper with judging will result in a permanent ban from future events.

8. Technical Issues & Liability

• Flipr is not responsible for any technical difficulties, system failures, or internet disruptions experienced by participants.

• Participants must ensure their submissions are complete before the deadline.

• Flipr is not liable for any loss of data or damages incurred during participation.

9. Changes to Hackathon or Terms

• Flipr reserves the right to modify event details, extend deadlines, or change rules if necessary.

• If changes occur, participants will be notified through the registered email or the official hackathon platform.

10. Contact & Support

For any questions regarding the hackathon or these terms, contact us at support@fliprlabs.com