Indiemand Ventures LLC (hereinafter referred to as "the Company," "we," "us," or "our") recognizes the importance of protecting personal information in the era of advanced information and communications. We are committed to complying with the Act on the Protection of Personal Information (APPI) of Japan and other applicable laws and regulations.
This Privacy Policy sets forth our basic policy regarding the handling of personal information collected through our website https://indiemandventures.com (the "Site") and our business activities.
1. Information of the Business Operator
Name: Indiemand Ventures LLC
Address: Minami-Azabu 3-20-1, Daiwa Azabu Terrace 5F, Tokyo, Japan
Representative: Eran Galperin
2. Acquisition of Personal Information
We acquire personal information through lawful and fair means. We may collect the following data:
- Business Contact Data: Name, company name, department, job title, address, telephone number, and email address.
- Transaction Data: Information necessary for due diligence, investment evaluation, or executing contracts (e.g., financial history of prospective portfolio companies).
- Inquiry Data: Information provided when you contact us via email or forms.
- Technical Data: Access logs, IP addresses, and device information collected automatically via cookies (see Section 8).
3. Purpose of Utilization
We utilize personal information only within the scope necessary to achieve the following purposes:
- Investment Activities: To evaluate potential investment opportunities, conduct due diligence, and manage portfolio companies.
- Communication: To respond to inquiries, send newsletters, and provide information on our services, market trends, or firm news.
- Contract Management: To execute and manage contracts with investors, partners, and vendors.
- Recruitment: To screen and communicate with job applicants.
- Compliance: To fulfill obligations under Anti-Money Laundering (AML), tax, and other regulatory requirements.
We will not change the purpose of utilization beyond a scope reasonably considered to be related to the original purpose without your consent.
4. Provision to Third Parties
In principle, we will not provide your personal data to any third party without your prior consent, except in the following cases:
- Outsourcing: When we entrust the handling of personal data (in whole or in part) to external vendors (e.g., cloud server providers, CRM systems, accounting firms) within the scope necessary to achieve the Purpose of Utilization. In such cases, we exercise necessary and appropriate supervision over the vendor.
- Legal Necessity: When required by law or necessary to protect human life, body, or property, and it is difficult to obtain your consent.
- Joint Use: When sharing data within our group (see Section 5 below).
5. Joint Use
We may share your personal information with our affiliates and grouped investment vehicles for the purposes described above.
- Items of Personal Data to be Jointly Used: Name, company name, address, phone number, email address, and transaction history.
- Scope of Joint Users: Indiemand Ventures LLC and its affiliated funds/subsidiaries.
- Purpose of Joint Use: To manage group-wide investment strategies, risk management, and administrative operations.
- Party Responsible for Management: Indiemand Ventures LLC (Address and Representative as listed in Section 1).
6. International Data Transfers
We may store or process your personal information on servers located outside of Japan (e.g., cloud services hosted in the United States). By providing your information, you consent to the transfer of your data to these jurisdictions. We ensure that such third-party providers have established personal information protection systems equivalent to the standards required in Japan.
7. Safety Management Measures
We take "Safety Management Measures" to prevent leakage, loss, or damage of personal data:
- Organizational Measures: Appointment of a privacy manager and establishment of internal rules for data handling.
- Personnel Measures: Regular training for employees and confidentiality agreements.
- Technical Measures: Access control restrictions (limiting who can view data) and use of security software/encryption for external connections.
8. Use of Cookies
Our Site uses cookies to improve user experience and analyze traffic. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may limit some website functionality. We may use tools such as Google Analytics to understand site usage.
9. Rights of the Individual (Disclosure, Correction, etc.)
Regarding the "Retained Personal Data" we hold, you have the right under the APPI to request:
- Notification of the purpose of use.
- Disclosure of the data.
- Correction, addition, or deletion of the data.
- Suspension of use or erasure.
- Suspension of provision to third parties.
To make a request, please contact the window below. We will respond without delay after verifying your identity.
10. Contact Information
For questions, complaints, or requests regarding our handling of personal information, please contact:
Indiemand Ventures LLC
Email: info@indiemandventures.com
Department: Compliance / Personal Information Inquiry Desk
