You own the code you write. We collect registration details and event photos to run HackOKC and document it. We do not sell your data or share your resume with sponsors. By attending, you agree to follow the rules and to be photographed. You also accept the risks of attending.
1. Privacy and data use
When you register, we collect the details you submit: your name, email address, university affiliation, dietary needs, and any optional resume or GitHub link. We also receive photos taken at the event.
We use registration details to send updates, manage check-in, and handle dietary needs. We use event photos to document and promote HackOKC. We do not sell your data or share your resume, portfolio, or contact information with sponsors. If you want a sponsor to see your work, send it to them directly.
You can ask us to delete your data after the event by emailing jmaxwell@okcu.edu.
2. Intellectual property
You own what you build. HackOKC, Oklahoma City University, and our sponsors do not claim ownership of the code, designs, or ideas you create at the event. What you do with the project afterward is up to you and your teammates.
3. Photos and media
By attending HackOKC, you agree that we may photograph, film, or record you. We may use those images to promote HackOKC on social media, the website, the archive, and in sponsor materials. We will not use your image in a way that suggests you endorse a sponsor or product. If you do not want to be photographed, tell a staff member at check-in.
4. Liability
HackOKC runs for 24 hours. You attend voluntarily and at your own risk.
HackOKC, its student organizers, Oklahoma City University, and its sponsors are not liable for personal injury, illness, or damage or loss of property, including laptops and other belongings. Keep your belongings secure.
5. Code of conduct
HackOKC aims to be a harassment-free event for everyone. These rules apply at all event venues and event-related social activities.
Be respectful
Treat people with respect and do not insult or put down other attendees. Harassment is not tolerated.
Harassment-free environment
Harassment includes offensive comments about gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, or religion. It also includes sexual images in public spaces, intimidation, stalking, following, harassing photography or recording, sustained disruption of talks or events, inappropriate physical contact, and unwelcome sexual attention.
If someone asks you to stop harassing behavior, stop immediately.
Work during the event
Do your work during the hackathon. Check in at HQ at the start and be back for demos; between those, work wherever you like. You can use open-source libraries, APIs, and frameworks. Do not start with pre-written, proprietary code for the core logic of your project. AI coding assistants are allowed if you disclose them during judging.
Team size
Teams can have one to four members. Once hacking begins, you cannot switch teams. Every team member must be registered.
Reporting
If you are being harassed, see someone else being harassed, or have another concern, tell a staff member immediately. Staff wear distinct t-shirts and are available for the full 24 hours.
We may remove or ban anyone who violates these rules, harasses others, or disrupts the event.
6. Contact
If you have questions about these terms or how we handle your data, email jmaxwell@okcu.edu.