Privacy Policy
Effective Date: October 16, 2025
1. Introduction
Trusted Co-founder (we, us, or our) operates a private, invite-only platform dedicated to matching high-caliber individuals to form successful co-founding teams for startup ventures (the Service). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and share your personal information. Your trust is paramount, especially given the sensitive nature of the data required for effective co-founder matching.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us and information collected automatically during your use of the Service.
a. Information You Provide Directly:- Identity and Contact Data: Name, professional email address, and photo/avatar.
- Professional Profile Data: Current/past roles, industry experience, skill sets, LinkedIn URL, educational background, and investment/funding experience.
- Matching Data: Co-founder preferences, startup interests, equity expectations, working style, personality traits, and commitment level.
b. Information Collected Automatically:- Usage Data: Details about how you interact with the Service, such as pages viewed, time spent, and matchmaking tool usage.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, and unique device identifiers.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information primarily to deliver and improve our core matchmaking service, as well as for administrative purposes.
- To Facilitate Matches: The primary use is to analyze your Professional Profile Data and Matching Data to propose compatible co-founder candidates.
- To Operate and Improve the Service: To monitor the performance of our algorithms, understand user engagement, and develop new features.
- Communication: To send service updates, security alerts, and relevant match notifications.
- Legal Compliance: To enforce our Terms of Service and protect our rights or the rights of other users.
4. How We Share Your Information
We only share your information in the following limited circumstances:
- With Potential Co-founders: We share relevant parts of your Professional Profile Data and Matching Data with other users who are considered highly compatible matches. We do not share your personal contact information (like email) until both parties agree to connect.
- Service Providers: We may share data with third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., hosting, analytics). These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.
- Legal Requirements: If required by law or subpoena, or if we reason-ably believe that such action is necessary to comply with the law.
5. Data Security and Retention
We implement industry-standard security measures (including encryption, firewalls, and access controls) to protect your personal data from unauthorized access or disclosure. We retain your data as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with the Service. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your data.
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to access, update, correct, or delete your personal data. You can exercise most of these rights directly through your account settings. If you wish to delete your entire account, please contact us using the details below. Note that deleting information may impact the quality of your matches.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: