Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website, apply for the Idea to Company program, or otherwise interact with us (collectively, the “Services”).

By using our website or submitting your details, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please do not use the website or share your personal information.

2. Who we are

We run the OneSeed Idea to Company program, a mentorship and learning program for founders and aspiring founders. For the purpose of this Privacy Policy, references to “we”, “us”, or “our” refer to the team operating this website and program.

3. Information we collect

We collect information in the following ways:

• Information you provide directly – such as when you fill out the contact form, apply for a program, or email us.
• Information collected automatically – such as basic technical data when you visit our website.

3.1 Information you provide

This may include:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone / WhatsApp number
• Details about your startup idea, current stage, challenges, or anything you share in free-text fields
• Any other information you choose to share when contacting us

3.2 Information collected automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• Browser type and version
• Device type and operating system
• Approximate location (city / country) based on IP address
• Pages visited, time spent, and click or scroll interactions

This information is typically collected via analytics tools and is used in an aggregated way to understand how people use the site.

4. How we use your information

We use the information we collect to:

• Review your application or inquiry and decide how we can help
• Communicate with you about the program, next steps, updates, or other relevant opportunities
• Respond to your questions and support requests
• Improve our website, communication, and overall program experience
• Keep records of who has contacted us and for what purpose, for internal tracking and planning

5. Legal basis (where applicable)

Depending on your jurisdiction, our legal basis for processing your personal data may include:

• Consent – when you voluntarily submit forms or opt-in to communication.
• Legitimate interest – to operate and improve the program, understand interest, and respond to genuine inquiries.
• Compliance with legal obligations – when we need to retain certain records for legal or regulatory reasons.

6. Cookies and analytics

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to understand how visitors use the site, improve performance, and make the experience smoother. These may be set by us or by third-party analytics or infrastructure providers.

You can usually control cookies through your browser settings. If you disable cookies, some parts of the website may not function as intended.

7. How we share your information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information only in limited situations:

• Service providers – such as hosting, infrastructure, email tools, or databases (for example, platforms we use to store form submissions securely).
• Program team and mentors – to the extent necessary to review applications, prepare for sessions, and support you effectively.
• Legal requirements – if we are required to do so by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect our rights or the rights of others.

Any third parties we work with are expected to process your information only as needed to provide their services to us, and in line with applicable data protection principles.

8. Data storage and retention

We store your information securely using reputable infrastructure providers. We retain personal data for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this policy, including:

• To review and respond to your application or inquiry
• To maintain records of participants and communication
• To comply with legal, accounting, or reporting requirements, if any

When data is no longer needed, we aim to delete or anonymize it within a reasonable timeframe.

9. Keeping your information secure

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Your choices and rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights over your personal data, such as:

• Accessing the personal data we hold about you
• Requesting correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Requesting deletion of some or all of your personal data
• Objecting to or restricting certain types of processing

If you would like to exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details below. We may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests.

11. Children's privacy

Our program and website are intended for adults and are not directed at children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can delete it.

12. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal requirements. When we update it, we will revise the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

13. Contact us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, you can reach us at:

• Email: hello@oneseed.club