Privacy Policy

Last updated: 15 December, 2025

Chandigarh Angels Network (“CAN”, “we”, “our”, “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or engage with our services.

By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a) Personal Information

When you voluntarily submit information through forms (such as application forms, contact forms, or membership forms), we may collect:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Company or startup details

  • Pitch deck or related documents

  • Any other information you choose to provide

b) Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Pages visited and time spent on the website

  • Referring URLs

This data is used only for analytics and website performance improvement.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

  • To review startup applications and membership requests

  • To communicate with entrepreneurs, investors, and members

  • To schedule pitch sessions, meetings, or follow-up discussions

  • To improve our website, services, and user experience

  • To comply with legal or regulatory requirements

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

3. Information Sharing & Disclosure

Your information may be shared only in the following cases:

  • Within the CAN network: Startup details are shared only with CAN members for evaluation and discussion

  • With service providers: Trusted third parties assisting us in operating the website or managing communications (bound by confidentiality)

  • Legal obligations: When required by law, regulation, or legal process

All members of CAN are bound by internal confidentiality obligations.

4. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. CAN is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing any information.

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies or similar technologies to:

  • Analyze website traffic

  • Understand user behavior

  • Improve website functionality

You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features of the website may not function properly.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by applicable laws.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal information

  • Request correction or deletion of your data

  • Withdraw consent for communication at any time

Requests can be made by contacting us using the details below.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

CAN reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

10. Contact Us

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

Chandigarh Angels Network
? Email: info@chandigarhangelsnetwork.com
? Website: https://chandigarhangelsnetwork.com