Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you:

• Submit an application for funding through our website
• Contact us via email or through our contact forms
• Subscribe to our newsletter or updates
• Participate in surveys or research initiatives

The types of personal information we may collect include:

• Name and contact information (email, phone, address)
• Educational background and academic credentials
• Professional experience and research interests
• Business plans and financial information for funding applications
• Communication preferences

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To evaluate and process funding applications
• To communicate with you about our programs and opportunities
• To provide support and mentorship to applicants and portfolio companies
• To improve our services and website functionality
• To comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
• To send you relevant updates about our investment activities

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With your explicit consent
• With service providers who assist us in our operations (under strict confidentiality agreements)
• When required by law or to protect our rights
• In connection with due diligence for potential investments
• With limited partners and investors as necessary for fund operations

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
• Secure access controls and authentication procedures
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request transfer of your data in a structured format
• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Restriction: Request limitation of processing in certain circumstances

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website, analyze usage patterns, and improve our services. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner. We also use analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with our website.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

9. 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 the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us: