Privacy Policy

Introduction

Pitchmatter (“we,” “us,” “our”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal data when you visit or use the Pitchmatter platform, products, services, or any related features (collectively, the “Platform”). By using the Platform, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We collect two types of information:

a. Personal Information Personal information is data that can identify you as an individual, such as:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, etc.
• Account Information: Username, password, account preferences.
• Profile Information: Information related to your business, including investment interests, industry, and investment history.
• Payment Information: Payment details for transactions on the Platform (if applicable).

b. Non-Personal Information We also collect non-personal information that is not directly linked to your identity, such as:

• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the Platform, including your device type, browser type, IP address, and operating system.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and other tracking technologies to analyze trends, administer the site, track users’ movements, and gather demographic information.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To Provide Services: To create and manage your account, process transactions, and provide access to our products and services, including investment matchmaking, startup connections, and fundraising platforms.
• To Improve the Platform: To enhance the functionality and user experience of the Platform, including troubleshooting, analyzing usage patterns, and improving our products.
• To Communicate with You: To send updates, newsletters, promotional offers, and respond to your queries and requests.
• To Comply with Legal Obligations: To meet regulatory requirements, comply with legal processes, and safeguard our operations and users’ rights.
• For Marketing and Promotions: We may use your information to send targeted advertising or promotions based on your preferences and interests, as long as you have opted in to receive marketing communications.

Sharing Your Information

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

• Service Providers: We may share your data with third-party vendors who assist us in delivering our services, such as hosting providers, payment processors, email marketing services, and customer support tools.
• Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes, or to protect our rights and the rights of our users.
• Business Transactions: If Pitchmatter is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of data transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data, including:

• Access and Rectification: You have the right to request access to and correction of the personal information we hold about you.
• Data Portability: You have the right to request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.
• Right to Erasure: You can request that we delete your personal data, subject to certain legal conditions.
• Opt-out of Marketing: You can opt-out of receiving promotional emails by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in the email or adjusting your account settings.
• Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw any consent you’ve given regarding the processing of your personal data.

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the contact details provided below.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to track users' activity and preferences on our Platform. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us improve your user experience. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, please note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of the Platform.

International Data Transfers

As an international company, Pitchmatter may transfer your personal information to other countries, including jurisdictions outside of the European Economic Area (EEA), the United States, and other regions with different data protection laws. In such cases, we will ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data, in accordance with applicable laws.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law or for legitimate business purposes. When your personal data is no longer required, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

Children’s Privacy

The Platform is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal data from children. If we learn that we have collected personal data from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete that information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting an updated version on our Platform. The effective date of the most recent revision will be reflected at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Platform after any changes signifies your acceptance of those changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: info@pitchmatter.com