Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Platform Overview

Welcome to spind (the “Platform”), created and managed by Selektial Software Solutions Private Limited (“Selektial,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), a company registered under the laws of India.
spind’s goal is to connect founders, collaborators, and investors by offering various tools and services you can access through our website, a future mobile app, or other digital methods we might create.

Purpose of This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) explains how we collect, use, share, and protect any information we receive about people who use or interact with spind. We want you to understand what data we collect and why, so you can feel confident about how your personal information is handled.

Scope and Applicability

This Policy covers all current and future services offered on spind. Whether you visit our website, use a mobile app (if or when it exists), or interact through any other means we provide, this Policy applies. By using the Platform, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to everything described here.

2. Definitions

“Personal Information”: Any data that could identify you personally, either by itself or when combined with other details (for example, your name, email address, phone number, or profile photo).

“Non-Personal Information”: Data that does not directly identify you. This could be anonymized statistics about users or technical information like browser type or device details.

“Processing”: Any action we take involving your data, such as collecting, storing, using, sharing, or deleting it.

3. Collection of Information

We collect a variety of information to improve your experience and continuously enhance our Platform.

3.1 Information You Provide

• Registration Data: When you sign up (through email OTP or Google login), we collect details like your name, email address, and any optional information you share, such as skills or links to social media.
• Profile Information: You can add more details to your profile, including a photo, your past startup experiences, a headline or bio, and links to external sites or social media.
• Startup Project Details (Founders): Founders can give us detailed information about their startup, such as the company name, logo, description, industry, and funding requirements.
• Communications: If you contact us by email, chat, or via forms on our Platform, we keep a record of that conversation (including any additional details you provide).

3.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Log Data: Whenever you use spind, our systems gather technical information like your IP address, device type, browser version, and timestamps of your visits.
• Usage Analytics: We may use third-party tools (like Firebase Analytics or Google Analytics) to see how you and others use spind, including what features you visit and how long you stay on certain pages.
• Cookies & Similar Technologies: We use small files and tracking methods (cookies, web beacons, etc.) to remember your preferences, track your interactions, and personalize your experience. You can manage or block these in your browser settings, though some features may not work if you disable them.

3.3 Information from Third Parties

• Google Sign-In: If you sign up or log in with Google, we may receive basic account info like your name, email, and profile picture (depending on your Google permissions).
• Other Integrations: If we partner with other third-party services—like social media you connect to your account—those services may share certain data with us (again depending on what you authorize).

4. Use of Information

We use the information we collect to operate, maintain, and improve spind, providing you with a smooth, personalized experience.

4.1 Core Platform Functions

• Account Management: Your data helps us create and maintain your account, recommend relevant opportunities, and tailor your spind experience.
• Project Posting & Applications: Founders can post startup details, and collaborators or investors can apply or show interest. Your data is essential for making these features work.
• Communication Tools: We use your data for things like in-platform messaging or sending updates (for example, when someone shows interest in your project or offers feedback).

4.2 Analytics and Improvements

• Performance Tracking: By analyzing user behavior and technical data, we can see what works well, spot trends, and make spind more reliable and efficient.
• Feature Development: Insights from user interactions guide us in deciding what new features to add or how to refine existing ones.

4.3 Marketing and Notifications

• Email Updates: We may send emails about new Platform features or services. You can always choose to stop receiving these non-essential emails by clicking “unsubscribe.”
• Push Notifications: If enabled, we can send real-time alerts about important updates, such as new messages or project interests. You can turn these off any time through your device or browser settings.

4.4 Legal Compliance and Integrity

• Regulatory Requirements: We might process your data to meet legal obligations (for example, responding to government requests).
• Terms Enforcement and Security: We use your information to investigate potential policy violations, fraud, or other suspicious behavior to keep spind safe.

5. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

5.1 Within the spind Community

• User Profiles: Certain profile information (like your name, startup affiliation, or skills) can be visible to other registered users, so everyone can connect more easily.
• Project Listings: Founders’ startup details are shared publicly on the Platform for prospective collaborators and investors.

5.2 Third-Party Services

• Hosting & Infrastructure: We use reputable cloud hosting providers, which store our data securely.
• Analytics Providers: We share some user data with analytics services to help us understand usage and improve spind. These providers must keep your information confidential.
• Other Vendors: We might use other companies for services like email delivery, customer support, or payment processing (in case paid features appear later). They can only use your data for tasks we specifically request.

5.3 Legal or Regulatory Disclosures

• Compliance with Law: We may share your information if required by Indian law, such as responding to a valid government or court request.
• Protecting Rights & Safety: We may also disclose data when needed to protect the rights, security, or wellbeing of our users, employees, or the public.

5.4 Business Transactions

Ownership Changes: If our company is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred to the new ownership, subject to similar privacy protections.

6. Data Storage and Security

6.1 Where and How We Store Data

We primarily use cloud platforms (such as Firebase), located either in India or abroad. We ensure they meet stringent security standards and follow Indian data protection requirements.

6.2 Security Measures

• Encryption: We use SSL/TLS encryption to protect your data during online transfers.
• Access Controls: Only authorized personnel can access your data, and they must go through strict authentication.
• No Method Is 100%: While we follow industry-best practices, there is no perfect security system. By using spind, you accept there is some risk whenever you share data online.

6.3 Data Retention

We keep your data as long as needed for the purposes in this Policy or to follow legal requirements. If you delete your account, we generally remove or anonymize your data unless we must keep it for legal, auditing, or legitimate business reasons.

7. User Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Correction

You can view and update your Personal Information through your account settings. If you have trouble, contact us (see Section 13).

7.2 Opt-Out Options

• Marketing Emails: Click the “unsubscribe” link in any promotional email to stop receiving them.
• Push Notifications: Turn these off in your device or browser settings.
• Cookies: You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but it may affect some Platform features.

7.3 Account Deletion

You can delete your account via settings or by contacting us. After that, we will remove or anonymize your data except where required by law or critical business reasons.

7.4 Grievance Redressal

If you have any concerns about how we handle your information, please contact our Grievance Officer at [Grievance Officer Email]. We will address your queries in line with Indian legal guidelines.

8. Children’s Privacy

spind is for adults (18+). We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 18. If you think a minor’s data has been shared with us, notify us so we can remove it.

9. Cross-Border Data Transfers

If your data is moved to or stored in another country, we put safeguards in place to protect it according to Indian law. By using spind, you understand that your data may be stored or processed outside India.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

spind may link to external websites or services (like social media platforms). We are not responsible for their privacy practices, so please review their policies before sharing any personal information there.

11. Compliance with Indian Laws

• IT Act & Rules: We follow the Information Technology Act, 2000, and any related rules, like the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011.
• Updates for Future Laws: If new Indian data protection laws come into effect, we will update this Policy to comply with them.
• Working with Law Enforcement: We may work with government authorities to comply with legal requests or to protect our users.

12. Policy Updates

We can change this Policy at any time. If major changes occur, we’ll let you know (for example, by email or a notice on our Platform). If you keep using spind after any changes, it means you agree to the new version.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests about this Policy or how we handle your data, please email us at:

contact@spind.co