Privacy Policy

At Safa Global Ventures ("SGV," "we," "us," or "our"), we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, submit funding applications, apply for positions at our portfolio companies, or otherwise interact with our services.

Scope of This Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to information collected through:

• Our website (sgv.com) and associated digital properties
• Funding applications and pitch submissions
• Career applications for SGV and portfolio company positions
• Newsletter subscriptions and event registrations
• Communications with our team

This policy does not apply to information collected by our portfolio companies, which maintain their own privacy practices, or to information about SGV employees covered under separate internal policies.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We collect information you voluntarily provide, including:

• Founder/Entrepreneur Information: Business plans, pitch decks, financial projections, founding team backgrounds, company information, and contact details submitted through funding applications
• Investor Information: Accreditation status, investment preferences, and contact information for prospective limited partners
• Career Applicant Information: Resumes, CVs, LinkedIn profiles, portfolio links, skills, work history, and references
• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and company affiliation when you reach out to us
• Newsletter Subscribers: Email address and communication preferences

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

• Device information (browser type, operating system)
• IP address and approximate location
• Pages visited and time spent on site
• Referring URLs and search terms
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

Investment Activities

• Evaluate funding applications and conduct due diligence
• Communicate with founders about their applications
• Share relevant opportunities within our network (with consent)
• Maintain records of investment pipeline and decisions

Career Services

• Match candidates with opportunities at SGV portfolio companies
• Process and evaluate job applications
• Contact candidates about relevant positions
• Maintain talent pipeline for future opportunities

Communications & Operations

• Send newsletters, updates, and event invitations
• Respond to inquiries and provide support
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
• Protect against fraud and maintain security

How We Share Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:

• Portfolio Companies: We may share career applicant information with portfolio companies for matching purposes, with your consent
• Service Providers: We work with vendors who assist with website hosting, analytics, email delivery, and other operational services
• Investment Partners: We may share anonymized or aggregated deal flow information with co-investors and limited partners
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law, regulation, or legal process
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as a business asset

International Data Transfers

SGV operates globally with presence in Malta, Mexico, Estonia, Ireland, the Netherlands, China, and Saudi Arabia. Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence. We implement appropriate safeguards for international transfers, including standard contractual clauses where required by applicable law.

Data Security

We implement technical and organizational measures designed to protect your information, including encryption, access controls, and secure data storage. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Funding applications may be retained for potential future consideration. Career applications are typically retained for 24 months unless you request earlier deletion.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request your data in a portable format
• Objection: Object to certain processing activities
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@sgv.com. We will respond to requests within the timeframe required by applicable law.

Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. These include:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Additional Information for EU/UK Residents

If you are located in the European Economic Area or United Kingdom, our legal bases for processing your personal information include:

• Contract: Processing necessary to perform our agreement with you
• Legitimate Interests: Processing for our legitimate business interests, such as evaluating investments and improving our services
• Consent: Processing based on your consent, which you may withdraw at any time
• Legal Obligation: Processing necessary to comply with applicable laws

You may lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe your rights have been violated.