Effective Date: 1st September 2024
1. Introduction
1.1. The Seed Fund (“we,” “us,” “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and participate in our Investor Network.
1.2. By accessing our website, joining our Investor Network, or participating in our activities, you agree to the collection and use of your personal data in accordance with this Privacy Policy. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Terms and Conditions, which govern your use of our services.
1.3. The Seed Fund is currently an initiative and not a formal legal entity; however, it may evolve into a formal company in the future. This Privacy Policy applies equally during this initiative phase and any subsequent formalization.
2. Information We Collect
2.1. Personal Data: We may collect and process the following categories of personal data: 2.1.1. Contact Information: Such as names, email addresses, and phone numbers. 2.1.2. Jurisdiction Information: Country of residence and other relevant geographical details. 2.1.3. Investment Interests: Specific areas of interest related to startups and investments. 2.1.4. Additional Data: Any other information you voluntarily provide through website forms, direct communication, or third-party platforms.
2.2. Non-Personal Data: We may also collect non-personal data, such as anonymized demographic information, browser types, operating systems, and website usage data through cookies and similar technologies.
3. How We Collect Information
3.1. Direct Collection: We collect personal data directly from you when you: 3.1.1. Register or sign up for our Investor Network. 3.1.2. Complete forms or interact with us through our website. 3.1.3. Communicate with us via email or other direct communication methods.
3.2. Automated Collection: We may automatically collect non-personal data through the use of cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies when you visit our website.
3.3. Third-Party Sources: We may collect information about you from third-party platforms or services that integrate with our website, provided you have given your consent to those third parties to share your information.
4. Use of Your Information
4.1. Purpose of Processing: We use your personal data for the following purposes: 4.1.1. Communication: To send newsletters, updates, and other communications related to The Seed Fund. 4.1.2. Personalization: To tailor content and services to your interests and preferences. 4.1.3. Service Improvement: To enhance the functionality and security of our website and services. 4.1.4. Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and respond to regulatory requirements.
4.2. Legal Basis for Processing: Our processing of your personal data is based on the following legal grounds: 4.2.1. Consent: Where you have provided your explicit consent to receive communications from us. 4.2.2. Legitimate Interests: For purposes such as maintaining the security of our website and improving our services, provided that such processing does not override your privacy rights. 4.2.3. Contractual Necessity: Where processing is required to fulfill our obligations under our Terms and Conditions.
5. Sharing and Disclosure of Information
5.1. Third-Party Service Providers: We may share your personal data with third-party service providers who assist us in delivering our services, such as email distribution services, hosting providers, and analytics services. These third parties are subject to strict confidentiality obligations and are only permitted to process your data for specified purposes.
5.2. Legal Obligations: We may disclose your personal data if required to do so by law, regulation, or legal process, or in response to a request from a law enforcement authority.
5.3. Business Transfers: In the event that The Seed Fund undergoes a merger, acquisition, or any form of sale of some or all of its assets, your personal data may be transferred to the acquiring entity.
6. Data Storage and Security
6.1. Storage Location: Your personal data is securely stored on third-party servers located in jurisdictions that provide adequate protection for personal data.
6.2. Security Measures: We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, access controls, and two-factor authentication (2FA).
6.3. Data Retention: We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Once the data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted.
7. Your Rights
7.1. Access: You have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you.
7.2. Correction: You have the right to request that we correct any inaccuracies in your personal data.
7.3. Deletion: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances, such as when the data is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected.
7.4. Objection and Restriction: You have the right to object to or request the restriction of the processing of your personal data in certain situations.
7.5. Data Portability: Where applicable, you have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format and to request the transfer of that data to another controller.
7.6. Exercising Your Rights: To exercise any of your rights, please contact us at d@dhpb.co. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
8.1. Use of Cookies: Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and deliver targeted advertisements. A cookie is a small text file that is stored on your device. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
8.2. Analytics: We use analytics services such as Google Analytics and Jetpack to track and report on website traffic and user behavior. These services may collect information such as your IP address, browser type, and pages visited.
8.3. Managing Cookies: You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but please note that doing so may affect the functionality of our website.
9. International Data Transfers
9.1. Data Transfer: If your personal data is transferred outside the UK or the European Economic Area (EEA), we will ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission, to protect your data.
10. Children’s Privacy
10.1. Age Restriction: The Seed Fund’s services are intended for individuals aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 18. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such data, we will take steps to delete it.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
11.1. Policy Updates: We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be communicated to you via email and will be effective upon posting on our website.
11.2. Effective Date: The effective date of the latest version of this Privacy Policy will be indicated at the top of this document.
12. Contact Information
12.1. Inquiries: If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding your personal data or this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: d@dhpb.co
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