Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 22, 2025

1. Introduction

Colombo Incubator ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our services.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

• Account Information: Name, email address, and password when you create an account
• Application Information: Startup details, team information, and other data you provide in your application
• Authentication Data: Information from third-party authentication providers (e.g., Google)
• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our services

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process and evaluate your application
• Provide and improve our services
• Communicate with you about your application and our program
• Send you updates and promotional materials (with your consent)
• Ensure the security and integrity of our services

4. Data Storage and Security

We use Amazon Web Services (AWS) to store and process your data. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• AWS Cognito: For user authentication and account management
• Google reCAPTCHA: For spam prevention (subject to Google's Privacy Policy)
• Google OAuth: For social login (if you choose to use it)

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Service providers who help us operate our platform
• Legal authorities when required by law
• Potential partners or investors (only with your explicit consent)

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to processing of your data
• Withdraw consent at any time

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. If you request deletion of your account, we will delete your data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it by law.

9. Cookies

We use essential cookies and local storage to maintain your session and provide authentication. We do not use tracking or advertising cookies.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at: privacy@colomboincubator.com