Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 18 November, 2024

Last Updated: June 28, 2025

Innovate Maritime Africa (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose your information when you use our website and services.

1. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information
We may collect the following when you interact with us:

Name, email address, phone number, company name
Details from startup applications (e.g., pitch decks, resumes)
Any information you provide through our contact or program forms

b. Automatically Collected Information
We may collect:

IP address
Browser type and version
Device type
Website usage data through cookies and analytics tools

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Respond to your inquiries or messages
Evaluate applications for programs and partnerships
Send updates on our programs and ventures
Improve our website, services, and operations
Comply with legal obligations

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and analytics (e.g., Google Analytics) to:

Understand how our site is used
Enhance your experience

You may disable cookies via your browser settings, but some features may not work as intended.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share information:

With trusted service providers who help us operate (e.g., hosting, analytics)
With incubator or investor partners (only when you apply and with your consent)
As required by law or legal obligation

5. Data Security

We take security seriously and use safeguards to protect your data. However, no system is completely secure.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access your data
Request correction or deletion
Withdraw consent at any time

To request any of these, contact: info@innovatemaritimeafrica.com

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may link to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy policies.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. We will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.

10. Contact

If you have questions or concerns, please contact us:

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