Effective Date: 1/3/2025

Welcome to VenturLoop! At VenturLoop, accessible from www.venturloop.com and through our mobile application (VenturLoop App on Google Play), your privacy is of utmost importance to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information — including data accessed through Google services — in compliance with applicable privacy laws and Google’s API Services User Data Policy.

By using our website, app, or connecting your Google account, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

When you register or use our services, we may collect:

Name, email address, and phone number
Profile details such as skills, interests, and location
Google account information when using Google Authentication
Payment details (if applicable), securely processed by third-party providers

1.2 Google User Data

If you sign in using Google or use calendar features, we may access:

Basic Google profile information (e.g., name, profile photo, email) through userinfo.profile and userinfo.email scopes
Google Calendar data (/auth/calendar, /auth/calendar.events) for scheduling and managing meetings with mentors

We only use Google user data for purposes that are directly visible and expected by the user. We do not use or share Google data for advertising or unauthorized purposes.

1.3 Non-Personal Information

This includes:

Device type, browser type, and OS
IP address and approximate geolocation
Platform usage data (pages viewed, actions taken)

1.4 Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Improve user experience
Analyze traffic
Personalize content

You can manage cookie settings in your browser.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

Authenticate and manage user accounts (via Google Login)
Enable you to schedule and manage meetings with mentors using Google Calendar
Match you with relevant co-founders and investors
Improve and personalize the VenturLoop platform
Communicate updates, support, or service-related messages
Fulfill legal obligations

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data.

We may share data:

3.1 With Trusted Service Providers

To support operations such as hosting, analytics, calendar syncing, and payment processing.

3.2 When Required by Law

To comply with legal obligations or government requests.

3.3 Business Transfers

If VenturLoop is acquired or merged, your data may be transferred to the new entity.

4. Data Security

We use encryption, secure access, and regular audits to safeguard your data. Google user data is not shared with any unauthorized third parties and is only used as needed to support core features like login and scheduling.

5. Your Rights

You may request to:

Access your data
Correct inaccuracies
Delete your account or data
Restrict or object to processing
Receive your data in a portable format

6. Data Retention

We retain data as needed to operate the platform or meet legal requirements. Google Calendar event data is retained only for as long as needed to enable mentor scheduling and is removed upon user disconnection or deletion.

7. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain external links. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

8. Children’s Privacy

VenturLoop is not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

9. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside India, your data may be transferred to and processed in India or other jurisdictions. By using VenturLoop, you consent to such transfers.

10. Use of Google User Data

In compliance with Google’s API Services User Data Policy, we:

Use Google user data only for features visible and expected by the user (e.g., login and scheduling mentor meetings)
Do not use Google data for advertising or resell it
Do not transfer Google data to others unless essential to functionality
Promptly delete data upon account disconnection or deletion

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted here with a new effective date.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns, contact:

Privacy Officer: Souptik Das
Email: souptik@venturloop.com
Data Requests: connect@venturloop.com

13. Account Deletion

To delete your VenturLoop account and associated data, please email connect@venturloop.com. Requests are processed within a reasonable time frame.