Information We Collect
Personal Information
- Name, email address, and contact information
- Professional background and experience
- Startup information, product details, and business plans
- Investment preferences and portfolio information
- Profile photos and biographical information
Usage Information
- Platform interactions, searches, and feature usage
- Communication data (messages, comments, feedback)
- Device information and IP addresses
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
How We Use Your Information
- Provide and improve our platform services
- Facilitate connections between makers, investors, and mentors
- Send relevant notifications and updates
- Analyze platform usage and user engagement
- Ensure platform security and prevent fraud
- Comply with legal obligations
Information Sharing
We may share your information with:
- Other Users: Public profile information visible to the community
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist in platform operations
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
- Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or asset sale
Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security audits and updates
- Access controls and authentication systems
- Secure data storage and backup procedures
Your Rights
Under Indian data protection laws and international standards, you have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data we hold
- Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
- Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
- Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
- Restriction: Limit how we process your data in certain circumstances
- Objection: Opt-out of marketing communications and certain data processing
- Withdraw Consent: Revoke consent for data processing at any time
Note: Some rights may be limited by legal obligations or legitimate business interests. Contact us at privacy@indiamakers.in to exercise your rights.
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze platform performance and usage
- Provide personalized content and recommendations
- Ensure platform security and functionality
Cookie Consent: You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect platform functionality.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during international transfers, including:
- Standard contractual clauses approved by relevant authorities
- Adequacy decisions by competent data protection authorities
- Certification schemes and codes of conduct
- Binding corporate rules for intra-group transfers
Children's Privacy
Our platform is not intended for users under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: