Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 30, 2026
1. Introduction
Awakapital ("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 visit our website and use our services.
2. Information We Collect
We collect several types of information:
Personal Information
When you create an account or submit an application, we collect: name, email address, phone number, company name, business information, and any other information you provide.
Usage Data
We automatically collect: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring website.
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience. See our Cookie Policy for more details.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Process and review funding applications
- Communicate about your application status
- Provide customer support
- Send important updates and notifications
- Improve our services and user experience
- Comply with legal obligations
- Detect and prevent fraud
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who help operate our platform (hosting, email, analytics)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
- Business Transfers: In connection with mergers or acquisitions
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share information
5. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption, secure servers, access controls, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data
- Portability: Request transfer of your data
- Objection: Object to certain data processing
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, contact us at founders@awakapital.vc.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Application data is retained for 7 years for legal and business purposes.
8. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this privacy policy.
9. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by email or through a notice on our website. Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us: