Privacy Policy

Introduction

The SEU SportsTech Accelerator respects the privacy of applicants and participants and is committed to handling information and personal data submitted through the registration platform or during the program in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Saudi Electronic University policies.

Information We Collect

When applying to or participating in the accelerator, we may collect information including:

• Contact details of applicants and team members.
• Professional information relating to founders and team members.
• Information about the startup.
• Information about the startup’s product, service, or solution.
• Information relating to the business model, market, and customers.
• Information about the startup’s stage, progress, traction, and growth indicators.
• Documents, materials, and attachments submitted as part of the application.
• Information provided during interviews, evaluation stages, or participation in the program.

How We Use Information

Information collected may be used for purposes connected with administering and operating the accelerator, including:

• Reviewing and screening applications.
• Assessing eligibility and selecting participating startups.
• Communicating with applicants and participants.
• Managing each startup’s journey through the accelerator.
• Tailoring mentorship and support to startup needs.
• Monitoring startup progress and measuring program outputs and impact.
• Organizing sessions, events, and other accelerator activities.
• Preparing program reports and statistics.
• Improving and developing future accelerator programs and initiatives.

Sharing of Information

Where necessary for purposes related to the program, relevant information may be shared with parties involved in delivering or evaluating the accelerator, such as:

• Screening, evaluation, and judging committees.
• Mentors and experts.
• Program partners and supporting organizations.
• Service providers and platforms used to operate the program.

Any sharing will be limited to information reasonably necessary for the relevant program purpose and will be handled in accordance with applicable requirements and policies. Personal data of applicants or participants is not sold to third parties.

Startup Information and Opportunities

Certain general, non-confidential information about participating startups may be used to introduce them within accelerator activities or connect them with relevant opportunities, including mentorship, partnerships, investors, and organizations within the entrepreneurship and sports technology ecosystem. This does not mean that confidential or commercially sensitive startup information will be shared without an appropriate program-related purpose or, where required, suitable consent or authorization.

Photography and Media Documentation

Accelerator events and activities may be photographed, filmed, or otherwise documented, including through photographs, video recordings, interviews, and content featuring participating startups and individuals. Such content may be used for documentation, reporting, communications, media coverage, and promotion of the accelerator and Saudi Electronic University’s programs through official channels.

Data Protection

Appropriate measures are taken to safeguard information and personal data and to reduce the risk of unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse, in accordance with applicable laws, policies, and procedures of Saudi Electronic University.

Accuracy of Information

Applicants are responsible for ensuring that the information they provide during registration and participation is accurate and up to date. The organizer may contact applicants or participating startups to request updates, corrections, or additional information where necessary.

Data Retention

Information and personal data may be retained for as long as reasonably necessary to support application processing, program delivery, documentation, impact measurement, reporting, and other legitimate program purposes, subject to applicable laws and policies.

External Links and Platforms

The accelerator may use or provide access to links, platforms, or electronic services operated by third parties. Use of those services may be subject to the respective provider’s own terms and privacy policies.

Updates to This Privacy Policy

The organizer may update this Privacy Policy when necessary to reflect program requirements or applicable laws and policies. The updated version will be published or communicated through the program’s official platform or channels.

Acknowledgment and Consent

By submitting an application to the SEU SportsTech Accelerator, the applicant acknowledges that they have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agrees to the collection and use of the information provided for purposes related to application processing, evaluation, administration, and delivery of the program, as described in this policy.