Privacy Policy

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InsideFounders.com (“InsideFounders,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

By using our website, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

A. Personal Information

When you register, apply for awards, join memberships, or contact us, we may collect:

• Full name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Company name

• Business details

• LinkedIn or social media profiles

• Billing and payment information

• Founder profile information

• Documents submitted for awards or credibility scoring

B. Business & Performance Data

If you use our Business Intelligence Network (BIN) or founder credibility tools, we may collect:

• Revenue details

• Growth metrics

• Team size

• Operational performance data

• Business challenges submitted

• Strategy-related insights

This information is used strictly for platform services.

C. Automatically Collected Information

We may collect:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device information

• Pages visited

• Time spent on website

• Cookies and tracking data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide membership services

• Process award applications

• Deliver Business Intelligence Network insights

• Improve founder scoring and credibility tools

• Organize events and networking

• Send newsletters and updates

• Process payments

• Improve website functionality

• Prevent fraud or misuse

3. Founder Credibility & Scoring Data

If you use our credibility scoring system:

• Data is used to generate performance insights

• Scores are confidential unless you choose to publish them

• We do not sell internal performance data

• Investors may only access data you approve for sharing

4. Events & Media Usage

If you attend InsideFounders events:

• Photos and videos may be taken

• Content may be used for marketing or promotional purposes

• You may request removal by contacting us in writing

5. Sharing of Information

We do NOT sell personal data.

We may share information with:

• Payment processors

• Event partners

• Technology service providers

• Legal authorities (if required by law)

If connecting founders and investors, information will only be shared with user consent.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information.

However:

• No system is 100% secure

• We cannot guarantee absolute protection against breaches

Users are responsible for maintaining password security.

7. Cookies Policy

We use cookies to:

• Improve user experience

• Analyze website traffic

• Remember login sessions

You may disable cookies in your browser settings.

8. Data Retention

We retain information:

• As long as your account is active

• As required for legal or regulatory obligations

• For internal analysis and service improvement

You may request deletion of your data.

9. Your Rights (India & Global Users)

Depending on applicable laws, you may have the right to:

• Access your data

• Correct inaccurate data

• Request deletion

• Withdraw consent

• Object to certain processing

To exercise these rights, contact us at the email below.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites.

We are not responsible for third-party privacy practices.

11. Children’s Privacy

InsideFounders is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age.

We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

12. International Users

If you access the website outside India:

• Your information may be processed in India

• You consent to cross-border data transfer

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically.

Changes will be reflected with a new Effective Date.

Continued use of the website means acceptance of updates.