Privacy Policy

2. Overview

Foundrr is a platform designed to help entrepreneurs find co-founders, build core teams, and connect with mentors and investors. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our app.

3. Data Collection

We collect the following types of data from users:

• Personal Information: Name, age, gender (optional), bio, experience, qualifications, and interests.
• Profile Data: Profile photo (uploaded via gallery access) and brief introduction.
• Location Data: City or approximate location to provide relevant and nearby connections.
• Device Data: Basic device information (Android version, device ID) for security and app performance purposes.
• Usage Data: App interactions, profile views, and preferences to enhance matching accuracy.

We do not collect any financial information, contacts, or sensitive personal identifiers.

4. Data Usage

We use collected data to:

• Create and manage user profiles
• Facilitate co-founder and team member matching
• Personalize suggestions and notifications
• Improve app functionality and user experience
• Communicate updates, opportunities, or security alerts

We do not sell, rent, or share user data with advertisers, analytics providers, or external marketing agencies.

5. Data Sharing

Foundrr does not share personal or sensitive user data with third parties, except:

• When required by law or legal process
• To trusted service providers assisting with technical infrastructure, under strict confidentiality agreements

All shared data (if any) is handled in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

6. Data Security

We implement multiple layers of protection including:

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS)
• Secure cloud storage with access control
• Limited access by authorized personnel only

Despite our best efforts, no system is 100% secure. Users are advised to keep their account credentials confidential.

7. Data Retention and Deletion

• User data is retained as long as the account remains active.
• Users can delete their account anytime from the app settings or by contacting support@foundrr.co.
• Upon deletion, all personal data (including photos and messages) will be permanently removed from our servers within 30 days.

8. Permissions

The app may request the following permissions:

• Gallery Access: To upload and update your profile photo.
• Location Access: To suggest nearby co-founders and opportunities.
• Notifications Permission: To alert users about new matches and messages.

No permission is used for any purpose other than what is stated here.

9. Children’s Data

Foundrr is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under this age. If we discover such data, it will be deleted immediately.

10. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Users will be notified within the app and via email (if applicable) when significant changes occur.