Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
Last updated: January 15, 2024
Privacy at a Glance
Your Control
You control what information you share and who can see it
Secure by Design
We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data
Transparent
We're clear about what data we collect and how we use it
Information We Collect
Account Information
When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, professional background, skills, and startup interests. This information helps us create your profile and find suitable co-founder matches.
Profile Data
We collect information you provide in your profile, including your bio, startup ideas, preferred roles, location preferences, and any additional details you choose to share.
Usage Information
We automatically collect information about how you use our platform, including pages visited, features used, time spent on the platform, and interaction patterns.
Communication Data
We store messages you send through our platform to facilitate communication between potential co-founders and to improve our services.
How We Use Your Information
Matching Services
We use your profile information and preferences to match you with potential co-founders using our proprietary algorithm.
Platform Improvement
We analyze usage patterns to improve our matching algorithm, user experience, and platform features.
Communication
We may send you important updates about our service, security alerts, and relevant opportunities (you can opt out of non-essential communications).
Safety and Security
We use your information to detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and other harmful activities on our platform.
Information Sharing
With Other Users
Your profile information is visible to other users based on your privacy settings. You control what information is shared and with whom.
Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our platform, such as hosting providers and analytics services.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information when required by law, to protect our rights, or to ensure the safety of our users.
Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred as part of the transaction.
Data Security
Encryption
All data transmitted to and from our platform is encrypted using industry-standard SSL/TLS protocols.
Access Controls
We implement strict access controls to ensure only authorized personnel can access user data, and only when necessary for platform operations.
Regular Audits
We conduct regular security audits and assessments to identify and address potential vulnerabilities.
Data Minimization
We only collect and retain the minimum amount of data necessary to provide our services effectively.
Your Rights and Choices
Access and Portability
You can access, download, and export your personal data at any time through your account settings.
Correction and Updates
You can update or correct your profile information and preferences at any time.
Deletion
You can delete your account and request removal of your personal data. Some information may be retained for legal or security purposes.
Privacy Controls
You can control who sees your profile, what information is visible, and how you can be contacted through our privacy settings.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy. Specifically:
- Account information is retained while your account is active
- Messages and communications are retained for up to 2 years for safety purposes
- Usage analytics are anonymized and may be retained longer for product improvement
- Some information may be retained longer if required by law or for legal proceedings
International Data Transfers
Yimo operates globally, and your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that:
- All transfers comply with applicable data protection laws
- We use appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses
- Your data receives the same level of protection regardless of location
Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes:
- We will post the updated policy on this page
- We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
- For significant changes, we will notify you via email or platform notification
Questions About Privacy?
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your personal information, we're here to help.