Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 17, 2026
pgrus ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights.
1. Information We Collect
Account Information: When you register, we collect your full name, username, email address, and role (founder or investor).
Profile Information: Optional information you choose to add including bio, location, profile photo, and linked social accounts (Twitter/X, LinkedIn, GitHub).
Verification Data: For KYC verification, we may collect government-issued ID details, date of birth, country of residence, and proof of funds documents. This data is encrypted and handled with the highest security standards.
Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with the platform including pages visited, projects viewed, and actions taken (likes, comments, follows).
Communications: Posts, comments, and messages you create on the platform.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- →Provide, operate, and improve the pgrus platform
- →Verify your identity and accredited investor status where required
- →Connect founders with investors in a safe, verified environment
- →Send you notifications about activity relevant to your account
- →Prevent fraud, abuse, and ensure platform security
- →Comply with legal obligations including anti-money laundering (AML) requirements
- →Analyse platform usage to improve features and user experience
3. Verification Data & KYC
Identity verification (Stage 2) and proof of funds (Stage 3) data is collected solely for verification purposes.
- 🔒All KYC documents are encrypted in transit and at rest
- 🔒Documents are reviewed by authorised personnel only
- 🔒Verification documents are deleted after review is complete
- 🔒We never share your identity or financial documents with third parties, founders, or other investors
- 🔒Only your verified status badge is visible publicly — not the underlying documents
4. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data. We may share information with:
- →Service providers who help us operate the platform (e.g. hosting, analytics) under strict data processing agreements
- →Law enforcement or regulatory bodies when required by law
- →Other users only the information you choose to make public on your profile
5. Your Rights (GDPR)
If you are based in the UK or EU, you have the following rights:
Right to Access
Request a copy of the data we hold about you
Right to Rectification
Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
Right to Erasure
Request deletion of your personal data
Right to Portability
Receive your data in a machine-readable format
Right to Object
Object to processing for marketing or profiling
Right to Restrict
Limit how we use your data in certain circumstances
To exercise any of these rights, email us at privacy@pgrus.com
6. Cookies
We use essential cookies to keep you logged in and maintain your session. We do not use tracking or advertising cookies without your consent.
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings at any time.
7. Data Retention
We retain your account data for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, we will delete your personal data within 30 days, except where we are legally required to retain it.
KYC documents are deleted immediately after verification is complete.
8. Security
We use industry-standard security measures including TLS encryption in transit, AES-256 encryption at rest, and role-based access controls. However, no system is 100% secure and we encourage you to use a strong, unique password.
9. Children
pgrus is not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe a minor has created an account, please contact us immediately.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or a prominent notice on the platform. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.