Privacy Policy
Effective Date: February 2024
Welcome to Invest Connect Marketplace, an Investor Readiness Strategy Platform. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you engage with our platform.
Who We Are
Invest Connect Marketplace (ICM) is an AI-powered platform designed to help startups become investor-ready by connecting them with relevant insights, tools, and strategic service providers. We facilitate collaboration between founders, advisors, and ecosystem enablers — not direct investment or financial transactions.
Important Note: We are not an investment advisor, broker, or matchmaking service. We do not offer investment advice or facilitate financial investments of any kind.
Information We Collect
We collect personal and business data based on your role and interaction with the platform.
Founders & Startups
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Full name, contact details
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Company name, industry, and stage
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Funding readiness information (e.g., pitch materials, growth metrics)
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Business goals and required support services
Service Providers
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Name, contact information
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Area of expertise (e.g., legal, financial, marketing)
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Company details and services offered
Ecosystem Partners & General Visitors
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Website usage data (e.g., cookies, IP address, browsing behavior)
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Communication preferences and inquiries
How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
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Support investor readiness journeys for startups
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Facilitate relevant connections between founders and vetted service providers
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Improve the platform and personalize user experience
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Communicate updates, insights, and platform-related content
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Ensure compliance with applicable laws and policies
Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with:
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Strategic partners – with your explicit consent
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Regulatory authorities – if legally required
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Trusted third-party providers – such as hosting, analytics, and verification tools
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
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Enhance platform performance and navigation
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Understand user behavior and engagement
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Tailor content and recommendations based on user activity
You may control or disable cookies via your browser settings.
Data Security & Protection
We follow industry-standard security practices to protect your data from unauthorized access, misuse, or breaches. Your data is stored securely and only accessed by authorized personnel for legitimate business purposes.
Your Rights & Choices
As a user, you have the right to:
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✅ Access and correct your personal data
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✅ Request deletion of your account and associated data
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✅ Opt-out of non-essential marketing communications
To exercise these rights, contact us at the email below.
Third-Party Links
Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or tools. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content on external sites. Please review their privacy policies separately.
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in regulations or platform functionality. The latest version will always be available here.
Contact Us
For questions, concerns, or data access requests:
📧 Email: info@investconnectmarketplace.com
📍 Address: INVEST CONNECT MARKETPLACE LTD
128 City Road, London EC1V 2NX, United Kingdom
Disclaimer
Invest Connect Marketplace (“the Platform”) is a technology service designed to provide founders with advanced digital tools and resources to enhance investor readiness and facilitate connections within the startup ecosystem. The Platform does not engage in investment advisory services, investor matching, or provide recommendations regarding any investment opportunities.
All decisions related to investments or partnerships are made independently and solely at the discretion of the individual users. Such decisions and any resulting transactions occur entirely outside of the Platform. Users bear full responsibility for conducting their own due diligence, risk evaluation, and assessment before entering into any investment-related agreements or commitments.
Invest Connect Marketplace expressly disclaims any liability or endorsement related to the actions or decisions of its users. The Platform’s role is strictly limited to providing technological infrastructure and support to improve investor readiness and connection efficiency.
By accessing or using the Platform, users acknowledge and agree that Invest Connect Marketplace is not responsible for any investment outcomes and that all risks associated with investment decisions lie solely with the users.
Please note: We are currently in the process of updating our website. If you notice any discrepancies, we kindly ask for your patience. All content will be reviewed and updated in accordance with applicable governing laws shortly.
