Effective Date: 02/01/2026

SPARC South Florida (“SPARC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and submit an application to our program.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal and business information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

– Full name, email address, phone number (including WhatsApp)
– Company name, website, and social media links
– Business details, including product, industry, and stage
– Financial and traction data (e.g., revenue, funding history)
– Pitch materials (pitch decks, videos, and supporting documents)
– Any additional information you choose to provide during the application process

We may also collect limited technical data automatically, such as:

– IP address
– Browser type and device information
– Pages visited and interaction data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

– Review and evaluate startup applications
– Communicate with applicants regarding their status
– Facilitate participation in SPARC programs, events, and competitions
– Share relevant updates, announcements, and opportunities
– Improve our website, application process, and overall user experience
– Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

3. Sharing of Information

We may share your information with:

– Program partners, sponsors, mentors, and judges for evaluation purposes
– Affiliated organizations involved in the Startup World Cup and related programs
– Service providers that support our operations (e.g., hosting, analytics, email platforms)
– Legal or regulatory authorities when required

We do not sell your personal information.

4. Media and Publicity

By applying to SPARC South Florida, you acknowledge and agree that:

– Your company name, logo, and non-confidential information may be used for promotional purposes
– Submitted videos or materials may be shared across our platforms, including social media
– Selected participants may be publicly announced

You may request removal of specific materials by contacting us directly.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

– Evaluate applications
– Operate and improve our programs
– Comply with legal obligations

You may request deletion of your data at any time.

7. Your Rights

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

– Access the personal information we hold about you
– Request correction or deletion of your information
– Opt out of communications
– Request details on how your data is used

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email below.

8. Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:

Email: info@TheSourceGroups.com

By using this website and submitting an application, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.