1. Introduction
SowFin Corporation operates VentureReady Network and is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information. By using the Platform, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
For All Users:
- Name and contact information (email, phone number)
- Account credentials (username, password)
- Profile information and photographs
- Communications with us or other users
- Event registration and attendance information
For Founders:
- Company name, description, and website
- Team information and pitch decks
- Financial information and metrics
- Fundraising status and goals
For Investors:
- Organization/fund name and type
- Investment focus and thesis
- Accredited investor status
- Investment preferences and criteria
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you use the Platform, we automatically collect:
- Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
- Usage data (pages viewed, time spent, click patterns)
- Location data (approximate location based on IP address)
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Platform
- Create and manage your account
- Process registrations for events and programs
- Facilitate connections between founders and investors
- Send administrative information and updates
- Analyze usage and improve services
- Comply with legal obligations
4. How We Share Your Information
4.1 With Other Users
Founder profiles may be visible to verified investors. Investor profiles may be visible to founders. You control information sharing through privacy settings.
4.2 Service Providers
We share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf (cloud hosting, payment processing, analytics, customer support, marketing).
4.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights, safety, or property.
5. Data Retention
We retain account information while your account is active. After deletion, we remove or anonymize personal information within 90 days, except where required by law.
6. Your Privacy Rights and Choices
You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information by contacting us directly.