Privacy Policy

INCUBEIN Foundation ("we", "our", or "us") is a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering innovation and supporting early-to-growth stage startups through incubation, mentorship, funding access, and strategic partnerships.

Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use and safeguard it, and the choices you have regarding your data when you visit our website, apply to our programs, register for events, contact us, or otherwise interact with our services.

By accessing or using our website and services, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our services.

We may collect the following categories of information:

• Contact information such as your name, email address, phone number, and organization.
• Details you provide when applying for incubation, mentorship, or other programs, including company information, business plans, and professional background.
• Information you submit through our contact and inquiry forms, including the nature of your inquiry and any message content.
• Registration details for events, workshops, and programs, including attendance and participation information.
• Technical data such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited, collected through cookies and analytics tools.

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to your inquiries and provide the information, programs, or services you request.
• Process and evaluate startup, mentor, and incubation applications.
• Manage event registrations, venue coordination, and program delivery.
• Send you relevant communications, program updates, and newsletters you have opted into.
• Improve our website, programs, and services through analytics and feedback.
• Comply with legal obligations and protect the rights, property, or safety of our organization and users.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

We process personal information in accordance with applicable Indian data protection laws, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act), and process data based on:

• Your consent, which you may withdraw at any time.
• The performance of a contract or application with you.
• Our legitimate interests in operating and improving our programs.
• Compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, remember your preferences, and understand how our site is used.

• Essential cookies required for the website to function.
• Analytics cookies that help us understand visitor behaviour and improve our content.
• Preference cookies that remember your choices on our site.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality and performance of our website.

We may share your information only in limited circumstances and only to the extent necessary:

• With trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website, handling communications, or processing applications, subject to confidentiality obligations.
• With event partners, mentors, or sponsoring organizations when required to deliver a program you have registered for.
• When required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental authority.
• In connection with protecting our rights, preventing fraud, or ensuring the safety of our community.

We take reasonable steps to ensure any third-party we share data with provides adequate protection for your information.

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, to comply with legal obligations, and to resolve disputes. When information is no longer needed, we take reasonable measures to delete or anonymize it.

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction, including encryption, access controls, and secure storage.

Subject to applicable law, you have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
• Withdraw your consent to processing at any time.
• Object to or restrict certain processing activities.
• Lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority if you believe your rights have been violated.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in the "Contact Us" section below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe in accordance with applicable law.

Our website and programs are intended for individuals who are at least 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will take steps to delete such information.

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, applications, or resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party website you visit.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or applicable law. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Significant changes will be communicated through our website or other appropriate channels where feasible.

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us at: