1. Introduction
SeedFunding.vc ("we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform at seedfunding.vc (the "Platform").
By using the Platform, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information you provide
- Account information: Name, email address, password, and role (investor or startup)
- Profile information: Bio, location, LinkedIn URL, investment preferences, company details, pitch deck links, and other information you choose to share
- Communication data: Messages you send through our contact form or support channels
- Financial information: Investment commitments and SPV participation details
2.2 Information collected automatically
- Usage data: Pages visited, features used, and interaction patterns
- Device information: Browser type, operating system, and screen resolution
- Log data: IP address, access times, and referring URLs
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Platform
- Create and manage your account
- Match investors with startups based on profile preferences
- Facilitate SPV creation and investment transactions
- Conduct background checks when requested
- Send important updates about your account, matches, and SPV activity
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Detect and prevent fraud or unauthorized access
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following cases:
- Profile visibility: Your profile information (excluding email and password) is visible to other authenticated users for matching purposes
- Background checks: When a background check is requested, we share necessary information with our verification partners
- SPV participation: Other members of an SPV you join can see your name and committed amount
- Legal requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, or legal process
- Service providers: We use third-party services (hosting, analytics) that may process data on our behalf
5. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:
- All data is encrypted in transit using TLS/HTTPS
- Passwords are hashed using PBKDF2 with 100,000 iterations
- Authentication tokens are stored as httpOnly secure cookies
- Access to production databases is restricted and logged
While we strive to protect your information, no method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. If you delete your account, we will delete your personal information within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate personal data
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
- Portability: Request a machine-readable copy of your data
- Objection: Object to processing of your personal data
- Restriction: Request restriction of processing
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@seedfunding.vc.
8. Cookies
We use essential cookies to:
- Maintain your authentication session (sf_token cookie)
- Remember your preferences
We do not use tracking or advertising cookies.
9. International Data Transfers
Our Platform is hosted on Cloudflare's global network. Your data may be processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers, including Standard Contractual Clauses where applicable.
10. Children's Privacy
The Platform is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: