Privacy Policy

1. Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to personal information collected through:

• Our website and mobile applications
• Communication channels (e.g., email, chat, social media)
• Events and promotional activities
• Other services that link to this Privacy Policy

It does not apply to third-party websites or services that may be linked to or from our platform.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide to Us

• Contact Information: Name, email address, mailing address, phone number
• Account Credentials: Username, password, and other authentication information
• Payment Information: Credit/debit card details, bank account information, billing address
• Profile Information: Profile picture, biography, interests, and other details you choose to share
• Communications: Messages, feedback, and correspondence with bckers Inc. or other users
• Survey Responses: Information provided in response to surveys or questionnaires

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, referring/exit pages
• Location Data: Approximate location based on IP address or device settings
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies

2.3 Information from Third Parties

• Publicly available information about VC firms, funds, LPs, Venture Firms, and related entities
• Licensed third-party datasets
• Data from public APIs (e.g., government filings, funding databases)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and operate the bckrs.ai Platform
• Generate algorithmic scores and analytics using AI models
• Evaluate investment behaviors, firm performance, risk indicators, and diversity trends
• Personalize the user experience
• Communicate with users and provide customer support
• Monitor Platform performance, usage, and behavior trends
• Ensure security, prevent fraud, and comply with legal requirements

4. Automated Decision-Making and AI-Based Profiling

Our Platform uses artificial intelligence and machine learning models to generate scores and ratings for venture capital firms and related entities. These scores are derived from structured and unstructured data and may influence how firms are ranked, benchmarked, or displayed within the Platform.

While the scoring process is primarily automated, users may request clarification or review of specific outputs by contacting our support team. We are committed to transparency and will provide meaningful information about the logic, significance, and potential consequences of automated processing upon request.

5. How We Share Information

5.1 Service Providers

• Hosting, cloud storage, and infrastructure vendors
• Analytics and data processing tools
• Communication and customer support platforms

5.2 Data Integration Partners

• Data licensors and API providers
• Research institutions under strict data-use agreements

5.3 Legal and Regulatory Disclosure

• To comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, or enforceable governmental requests
• To enforce our terms and protect the rights and safety of users and third parties

5.4 Business Transfers

• In connection with mergers, acquisitions, reorganizations, or sale of assets

We do not sell your personal information.

6. Your Privacy Rights

If you are a resident of California or other jurisdictions with applicable privacy laws, you may have the right to:

• Request access to your personal data
• Request correction or deletion of your data
• Opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal data
• Restrict or object to certain data uses
• Receive a copy of your personal data in a portable format

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at support@bckers.com. We will respond to your verified request within the timeframe required by law.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Authenticate sessions and logins
• Understand Platform usage patterns
• Enhance functionality and user experience

You can manage your cookie settings in your browser or through the Platform's cookie preferences panel.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Unless otherwise specified, we retain data for a minimum of seven (7) years from the date of last user interaction.

Aggregated and de-identified data may be retained indefinitely.

9. Data Security

We implement commercially reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information, including:

• Data encryption (in transit and at rest)
• Access controls
• Intrusion detection
• Incident response protocols

Despite these efforts, no system can guarantee 100% security.

10. International Data Transfers

The Platform is operated in the United States. If you access the Platform from outside the U.S., you understand that your data may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other jurisdictions with different data protection laws.

11. Children's Privacy

The bckrs.ai Platform is intended only for individuals 18 years or older. We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under 13. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the information promptly.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Where required by law, we will notify you via email or Platform notice. Continued use of the Platform after such changes constitutes acceptance.

13. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or to submit privacy-related requests: