Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Foxsminds(“we”, “us” or “our”) collects, uses and protects your personal data when you use foxsminds.com and our fundraising platform. We are a company registered in Scotland and act as the data controller for the information described here.

We are committed to processing your data lawfully, fairly and transparently in line with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

We collect the following categories of information:

• Account data — your name, email address, company and role when you register.
• Fundraising data — decks, metrics and documents you upload to your data room.
• Usage data — how you interact with the platform, used to improve matching and performance.
• Technical data — IP address, browser type and device information collected via cookies.

We use your information to:

• Provide, operate and secure the platform.
• Match founders with relevant investors based on fit.
• Communicate with you about your account and our services.
• Improve our features, insights and matching algorithms.
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

We process your data under one or more of the following legal bases: the performance of our contract with you, our legitimate interests in operating and improving the platform, your consent (which you may withdraw at any time), and compliance with legal obligations.

We never sell your personal data. We share information only with investors you choose to engage, with trusted service providers who process data on our behalf under strict contractual controls, and where required by law. Any documents in your data room are shared strictly according to the permissions you set.

We apply investor-grade security, including encryption in transit and at rest, granular access controls and full audit trails. While no system can be guaranteed perfectly secure, we maintain safeguards designed to protect your data against unauthorised access, alteration or disclosure.

We use essential cookies required for the platform to function securely, and optional analytics cookies that help us understand usage and improve your experience. When you first visit, we ask for your preference and remember it.

You can accept all cookies or choose essential-only at any time, and you can clear cookies through your browser settings. Declining optional cookies will not affect your ability to use core features.

Subject to applicable law, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Request correction or deletion of your data.
• Object to or restrict certain processing.
• Request a portable copy of your data.
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office.

For any privacy questions or to exercise your rights, contact us at hello@foxsminds.com.