Privacy Policy

Global Centers for Entrepreneurship B.V. ("GCE", "we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal data when you visit our website, use our platform, or engage with our services.

This Policy is drafted in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679, the Dutch Implementation Act (UAVG), and other applicable privacy laws. By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

If you have any questions about how we handle your personal data, please contact us at info@entrepreneurshipcenters.com.

The data controller responsible for your personal data is:

• Company: Global Centers for Entrepreneurship B.V.
• Address: Keizergracht 62, 1015CS Amsterdam, The Netherlands, Europe
• Email: info@entrepreneurshipcenters.com
• Phone: +31 6 2527 0635

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), GCE acts as the data controller for personal data processed in connection with your use of our services.

We collect various types of information in connection with your use of our services:

Information you provide directly:

• Name, email address, phone number, and business details when you register for an account or contact us.
• Company name, industry, revenue, and other business information relevant to matchmaking.
• Payment information (processed securely via third-party payment processors).
• Communications you send us, including support requests and feedback.
• Profile information including biographical data, interests, and business objectives.

Information collected automatically:

• Log data such as IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent.
• Device information including hardware model, operating system, and unique device identifiers.
• Usage data about how you interact with our platform and services.
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Cookies section).

Information from third parties:

• Business information from public sources or verified data partners.
• Social media profile data when you connect third-party accounts.
• Referral information from partner organisations and local centers.

We use the personal data we collect for the following purposes:

• Service delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve our platform and services, including AI-driven matchmaking and dealmaking introductions.
• Account management: To create and manage your account, verify your identity, and process transactions.
• Communications: To send you service-related notices, updates, newsletters, and marketing communications (where you have consented).
• Personalisation: To tailor the platform experience, recommendations, and matches to your profile and preferences.
• Analytics: To understand how users interact with our services and to improve functionality and user experience.
• Legal compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, or enforceable governmental requests.
• Security: To detect, prevent, and address fraud, security incidents, and technical issues.
• Business operations: For internal administrative purposes, reporting, and strategic planning.

Where the GDPR applies, we process your personal data on the following legal bases:

• Contract performance (Art. 6(1)(b)): Processing necessary to fulfil our contractual obligations to you, including delivering matchmaking and platform services.
• Legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f)): Processing for our legitimate business interests, such as improving our services, fraud prevention, and network security, where such interests are not overridden by your rights.
• Consent (Art. 6(1)(a)): Where you have given us explicit consent, such as for marketing communications or non-essential cookies.
• Legal obligation (Art. 6(1)(c)): Processing required to comply with a legal obligation to which we are subject.

You have the right to withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal.

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our platform. Types of cookies we use include:

• Essential cookies: Necessary for the platform to function correctly. These cannot be disabled.
• Performance cookies: Collect information about how visitors use our platform, helping us improve functionality.
• Functionality cookies: Allow the platform to remember your preferences and provide enhanced features.
• Marketing cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness.

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or our cookie preference centre. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our platform.

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, accidental loss, destruction, or damage. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest using industry-standard protocols.
• Regular security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability scans.
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms to limit data access to authorised personnel.
• Employee training on data protection and information security.
• Incident response procedures to address potential data breaches promptly.

While we strive to protect your personal data, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

In the event of a personal data breach that poses a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify you and the relevant supervisory authority in accordance with applicable law.

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 18. If we become aware that a child under 18 has provided us with personal data, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us at info@entrepreneurshipcenters.com.

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites, services, or applications that are not operated by us. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit. The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement by GCE of the site or any association with its operators.

With your consent, we may send you marketing communications about our services, events, partner offers, and industry insights. You can opt out of receiving marketing communications at any time by:

• Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any marketing email.
• Updating your communication preferences in your account settings.
• Contacting us directly at info@entrepreneurshipcenters.com.

Please note that opting out of marketing communications will not affect transactional or service-related communications, which are necessary for the delivery of our services.

Under the GDPR and applicable data protection laws, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right of access: You have the right to obtain a copy of your personal data and information about how it is processed.
• Right to rectification: You have the right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
• Right to erasure: You have the right to request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances.
• Right to restriction: You have the right to request restriction of processing in certain circumstances.
• Right to data portability: You have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
• Right to object: You have the right to object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.
• Right to withdraw consent: Where processing is based on consent, you have the right to withdraw consent at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@entrepreneurshipcenters.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will notify you by:

• Posting the updated policy on our platform with the new effective date.
• Sending an email notification to registered users (where applicable).

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of our services following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact our Data Protection team:

• Company: Global Centers for Entrepreneurship B.V.
• Address: Keizergracht 62, 1015CS Amsterdam, The Netherlands, Europe
• Email: info@entrepreneurshipcenters.com
• Phone: +31 6 2527 0635

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Dutch Data Protection Authority (Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens) if you believe we have not handled your personal data in accordance with applicable law. More information is available at autoriteitpersoonsgegevens.nl.