Startup Match Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 2026
Thank you for choosing to use Startup Match (“we”, “us”, or “our”), operated by Panda Systems SRL.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use the Startup Match mobile application (the “App”) on Android or iOS.
If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please discontinue use of the App.
1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
Information You Provide
We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide, such as:
- name or nickname
- email address (if account creation or support contact is used)
- in-app profile or progress data
- feedback or support messages
You are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of the information you provide.
Information Automatically Collected
When you use the App, certain information may be collected automatically, including:
- device type, model, and operating system
- app version
- country and language
- anonymized usage data (features used, screens viewed)
- IP address (used only for security and fraud prevention)
This data does not directly identify you.
In-App Purchases
Startup Match offers in-app purchases (IAP).
- Payments are processed securely by the platform provider
(Google Play on Android and Apple App Store on iOS) - We do not collect or store payment card details
- We receive only purchase confirmation and product identifiers
2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use collected information to:
- operate and maintain the App
- provide game features and functionality
- process in-app purchases
- improve performance and user experience
- respond to user support requests
- ensure security and prevent abuse
- comply with legal obligations
We do not use personal data for advertising or marketing purposes.
3. SHARING OF INFORMATION
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share limited data only:
- with service providers required to operate the App (analytics, hosting)
- with Google Play or Apple App Store for billing and fraud prevention
- when required by law or legal process
All service providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.
4. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES
Startup Match may use the following third-party services:
- Google Play Billing – in-app purchases on Android
- Apple App Store In-App Purchases – in-app purchases on iOS
- Google Play Console – Android app distribution and diagnostics
- App Store Connect – iOS app distribution and diagnostics
- Analytics services – anonymized usage and performance statistics
We do not use:
- advertising networks
- ad SDKs
- third-party tracking for marketing
- cross-app or cross-site tracking
5. COOKIES AND TRACKING
Startup Match does not use cookies in the traditional web sense.
Limited tracking technologies may be used strictly for:
- app performance
- crash reporting
- anonymized analytics
No tracking is used for advertising or profiling.
6. DATA STORAGE AND INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS
Your data may be processed and stored on servers located in:
- the European Union
- the United States
Appropriate safeguards are applied to ensure compliance with GDPR and applicable data protection laws.
7. DATA RETENTION
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:
- provide the App’s services
- meet legal obligations
- resolve disputes
Data is securely deleted or anonymized when no longer needed.
8. DATA SECURITY
We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data.
However, no digital system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.
9. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have the right to:
- access your personal data
- correct inaccurate data
- request deletion
- restrict or object to processing
- request data portability
- withdraw consent at any time
Requests can be made using the contact details below.
10. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY
Startup Match is not intended for children under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
11. DATA BREACH
In the event of a data breach that may pose a risk to users’ rights and freedoms, Panda Systems SRL will notify affected users and relevant authorities in accordance with applicable law.
12. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The updated version becomes effective once published in the App or on our website.
13. CONTACT US
If you have questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at:
Company: Panda Systems SRL
Email: [email protected]
Application: Startup Match
Country: Romania