Privacy Policy - The Founder Games

Last updated: 29.10.2025

Welcome to The Founder Games ("TFG", "we", "us", or "our"). Operated by Networker LLC, we are committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy in compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Law on Personal Data Protection of North Macedonia.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your information when you visit our website www.foundergames.com, participate in our programs, or communicate with us.

1. Who We Are

Networker LLC, Operator of The Founder Games

• Email: play@foundergames.com
• Website: www.foundergames.com
• Registered in: North Macedonia

2. Information We Collect

We collect information to deliver, improve, and promote The Founder Games experience.

a. Information you provide directly

When you apply, subscribe, or contact us, we may collect:

• Full name and contact details (email, phone number)
• Startup or organization name and basic business information
• Country of residence or operation
• Application responses and other data submitted through website forms

b. Social login data (LinkedIn and Google authorization)

Users can register or log in to The Founder Games platform using LinkedIn or Google authorization.

When you use this option:

• We receive limited information from your LinkedIn or Google account, such as your name, email address, and profile photo (if applicable)
• We do not have access to your passwords or private account data
• This data is processed in accordance with both this Privacy Policy and the privacy policies of LinkedIn and Google
• You can revoke this access at any time through your LinkedIn or Google account settings

c. Information collected automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

• IP address and approximate location
• Browser type, device, and operating system
• Pages visited, time spent, and referring URLs
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 8)

d. Email subscriptions

When you subscribe to our newsletter or updates, we collect your name and email through Beehiiv, our email campaign provider.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data to:

• Provide the best user experience with the services we offer on our website and platform
• Process and evaluate startup applications
• Enable user login through LinkedIn and Google authorization
• Communicate program updates, news, and event information
• Send newsletters and promotional emails (you can unsubscribe anytime)
• Improve our website and program performance
• Monitor traffic, engagement, and analytics using Google Analytics and Meta Pixel
• Comply with applicable legal obligations

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

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under one or more of the following legal bases:

• Consent: When you sign up or submit an application voluntarily
• Contractual necessity: To evaluate or manage your participation in our programs
• Legitimate interests: To communicate and improve our services
• Legal obligation: Where required to comply with law or regulatory requests

5. Sharing and Disclosure

We may share information with:

• Service providers (e.g., Beehiiv for email delivery, Google Analytics and Meta for analytics and marketing tracking)
• Technical providers who host or maintain our website
• Regulatory authorities when legally required

All service providers are bound by data protection agreements ensuring compliance with GDPR and equivalent standards.

6. Data Retention

We retain your data indefinitely unless you request its deletion. This allows us to keep you informed about new platform and website features and services, future opportunities, accelerator programs, or regional initiatives.

You can request deletion or correction at any time by contacting play@foundergames.com.

7. Your Rights

Under GDPR and North Macedonian law, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction or deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Object to or restrict data processing
• Request a copy of your data in portable format
• File a complaint with the Personal Data Protection Agency or your local authority

We will respond to all valid requests within 30 days.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use Google Analytics and Meta Pixel to understand visitor behavior and improve performance.

Cookies help us:

• Recognize returning visitors
• Measure engagement
• Tailor promotional campaigns

You can disable cookies through your browser settings. By continuing to browse our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

9. Data Security

We take appropriate organizational and technical measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or misuse. However, please note that no transmission over the internet is completely secure.

10. International Data Transfers

Our services may involve data transfers to countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA), including to service providers (e.g., Beehiiv, Google, Meta). We ensure such transfers occur under standard contractual clauses or equivalent safeguards approved under GDPR.

11. Children's Privacy

Our website and programs are open to younger audiences interested in entrepreneurship. However, we do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 16 years of age without parental consent.

If you believe a minor has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately at play@foundergames.com.

12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, contact:

Networker LLC
Operator of The Founder Games

• 📧 play@foundergames.com
• 🌐 www.foundergames.com