PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: May 31, 2025

1. INTRODUCTION

Welcome to NorthBridge Capital Inc. ("we", "us" or "our"). We are registered at 16182 Coastal Hwy, Lewes, DE 19958, USA. We operate an investment platform connecting qualified investors with promising startups. **Our service facilitates initial introductions while maintaining strict confidentiality of all parties.** This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when using our services.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

2.1 Application Information: **When submitting interest forms, we collect professional information including name, role (investor/startup), contact details, investment preferences (for investors), and startup details (industry stage, funding needs).**

2.2 Verification Data: **For investor qualification, we may collect financial certifications, accreditation status, and investment history. For startups, we collect business plans, financial projections, and founding team details.**

2.3 Technical Information: **We collect IP address, device information, and usage patterns through cookies to enhance platform security and user experience.**

2.4 Communication Records: **We maintain records of all platform communications, including email correspondence and meeting notes (with participant consent).**

2.5 Transaction Data: **For completed investments, we process necessary transaction details through secure third-party providers while maintaining financial confidentiality.**

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

3.1 Matchmaking Services: **We analyze investor preferences and startup profiles to facilitate compatible introductions while protecting sensitive business information.**

3.2 Verification: **We validate investor qualifications and startup claims to maintain platform integrity.**

3.3 Deal Facilitation: **We use collected data to prepare non-disclosure agreements, term sheets, and investment documentation.**

3.4 Compliance: **We maintain records required by financial regulations and anti-money laundering laws.**

3.5 Communications: **Send updates about investment opportunities, platform changes, and regulatory requirements.**

4. DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION

4.1 Strategic Partners: **Share limited information with legal/financial advisors only when necessary for deal execution.**

4.2 Legal Requirements: **Disclose information when required by securities regulations or legal processes.**

4.3 Successor Entities: **In case of merger/acquisition, investor-startup matches remain protected by existing NDAs.**

5. DATA PROTECTION MEASURES

**We employ bank-grade encryption, mandatory 2FA for sensitive data access, and regular third-party security audits. All staff sign comprehensive confidentiality agreements.**

6. INVESTMENT DISCLAIMER

**While we conduct due diligence, all investments carry risk. Past performance doesn't guarantee future results. We don't guarantee investment outcomes and aren't liable for financial losses.**

7. YOUR RIGHTS

7.1 Access/Correction: **Request to review or update your professional profile.**

7.2 Account Deletion: **Remove non-essential data while retaining legally required deal records.**

7.3 Communication Preferences: **Opt-out of non-essential updates while maintaining regulatory notices.**

8. SECURITY

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your Information. However, no data transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the security of your information.

9. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, and to comply with changing applicable laws and regulations. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on our Platform.

10. CONTACT US

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data retention practices, please contact us at northbridgecapitalteam@gmail.com.