Privacy Policy
1. Cookies
What is a cookie?
Cookies are small text files that are downloaded to your computer or mobile device (such as a smartphone or tablet) when you visit our pages. A cookie typically contains the name of the webpage that set it, the lifetime of the cookie (i.e., the period of time that the cookie stays on your device), and a value, which is typically a randomly generated unique number.
What do we use cookies for?
We use cookies to make our pages easier to use and to better tailor the pages and our products to your interests and needs. Cookies can do this because websites can read and write these files. This will allow you to recognise you and store important information that will make your use of a website more convenient for you (for example, by saving your favourite settings). Cookies can also be used so that you can perform activities on our pages faster in the future. We also use cookies to create anonymous, aggregated statistics that help us understand the user behavior of visitors to our pages and help us to improve the structure and content of our pages. The information in cookies does not enable us to personally identify you. When deactivating cookies, the functioning of the website might be restricted.
2. Airtable
Airtable is a low‒code platform to build next‒gen apps. Move beyond rigid tools, operationalize your critical data, and reimagine workflows with AI.
Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Privacy Policy, Airtable will not use or access your Content except: to provide, maintain, improve, or optimize use of the Services; where you (or the organization through which you have an account) explicitly approve access (e.g., during a customer support inquiry or when participating in beta testing); in response to lawful requests by law enforcement or government authorities; in response to subpoenas, court orders, or other legal process or requests, as required by applicable law as determined in our discretion; where necessary (in our sole discretion) to ensure the stability and security of the Services and Airtable systems (e.g., where they have reason to believe specific Content is degrading server stability); and where necessary (in their sole discretion) to protect the rights, privacy, safety, or property of you, us, or others. Notwithstanding the foregoing, you acknowledge and agree that they may retain, take possession of, delete, or deny you access to your Content if we they believe, in their sole discretion, that some or all of your Content, or your use of the Services, violates our Terms of Service. They also may analyze metadata related to Content (such as total number of records, file size, API volume, access logs, etc.).
3. Members Hub
At tech2impact, we prioritize the protection of your privacy and the confidentiality of your personal and company data within our Members Hub network. Here's how we handle your information:
Data Collection and Usage: We use Airtable during sign-up to collect voluntary personal and company data from our members. This information is used to build and maintain our members directory, essential for our Members Hub.
Data Sharing: Your data collected via Airtable and stored in our Members Hub is exclusively shared within the tech2impact community. Sensitive company information is shared only with relevant stakeholders for collaboration, while personal information like phone numbers and email addresses remains confidential.
Protection of Information: We understand the importance of safeguarding sensitive information, such as fundraising details. Therefore, we share sensitive company information only with relevant stakeholders within tech2impact for collaboration purposes. Personal information is never shared with members or users of the Members Hub platform.
Data Security: Industry-standard security measures, including encryption and access controls, are employed to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the data stored in our Members Hub. Regular security audits are conducted to mitigate unauthorized access or disclosure risks.
4. Google Analytics
Google Analytics, a web analysis service of Google LLC ("Google") is used on this website. The use includes the "Universal Analytics" operating mode. This makes it possible to assign data, sessions and interactions across multiple devices to a pseudonymous user ID and thus analyze a user’s activities across devices. This data protection notice is provided by www.intersoft-consulting.de.
Google Analytics uses "cookies", which are text files placed on your computer, to help the website analyze how users interact with the site. The information generated by the cookie about your use of this website is usually transferred to a Google server in the USA and stored there. However, if IP anonymisation is activated on this website, Google will reduce your IP address within Member States of the European Union or in other states party to the Agreement on the European Economic Area beforehand. Only in exceptional cases will the full IP address be transmitted to a Google server in the USA and shortened there. We would like to point out that on this website Google Analytics has been extended to include IP anonymisation in order to ensure anonymous collection of IP addresses (so-called IP masking). The IP address transmitted by your browser in the context of Google Analytics is not merged with other Google data. For more information on terms of use and data protection, please visit https://www.google.com/analytics/terms/gb.html or https://policies.google.com/?hl=en.
Purposes of the Processing
On behalf of the operator of this website, Google will use this information to evaluate your use of the website, to compile reports on website activity and to provide the website operator with other services related to website and Internet use.
Legal Basis
The legal basis for the use of Google Analytics is your consent in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR.
Recipients or Categories of Recipients
The recipient of the collected data is Google.
Transfer to Third Countries
Personal data will be transferred to the USA under the EU-US Privacy Shield on the basis of the European Commission’s adequacy decision. You can download the certificate here.
Rights of the Persons affected
You can revoke your consent at any time with effect for the future by blocking the storage of cookies by setting your browser software accordingly; however, we would like to point out that in this case you may not be able to use all functionalities of this website to their full extent. You can also prevent Google from collecting the data generated by the cookie and relating to your use of the website (including your IP address) and from processing this data by Google by downloading and installing the Browser Add-on. Opt-out cookies will prevent future collection of your data when you visit this website. To prevent Universal Analytics from collecting data across different devices, you must opt-out on all systems used.
5. Social Media
We are using social Media platforms. If you are visiting one of our profiles or share content via a sharing button, you may be tracked by one of these services: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
6. Web fonts
This site uses so-called web fonts, which are provided by Adobe Typekit, for uniform representation of fonts. When you call up a page, your browser loads the required web fonts into your browser cache to display texts and fonts correctly.
To do this, the browser you are using must connect to the Adobe Typekit servers. This will give Adobe Typekit knowledge that your website has been accessed through your IP address. The use of Adobe Typekit Web Fonts is in the interest of a uniform and attractive presentation of our online services. This constitutes a legitimate interest within the meaning of Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f DSGVO.
If your browser does not support web fonts, a default font will be used by your computer. For more information on Adobe Typekit Web Fonts, see typekit.com and the Adobe Typekit privacy policy: https://www.adobe.com/privacy/policies/typekit.html.
7. Google Maps
This site uses the mapping service Google Maps via an API. Provider is Google Inc., 1600 Amphitheater Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA.
To use the features of Google Maps, it is necessary to save your IP address. This information is usually transmitted to and stored on a Google server in the United States. The provider of this site has no influence on this data transfer.
The use of Google Maps is in the interest of an attractive presentation of our online offers and an easy findability of the places we have indicated on the website. This constitutes a legitimate interest within the meaning of Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f DSGVO.
For more information on how to handle user data, please refer to Google’s Privacy Policy: https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/privacy/.
8. MailChimp
Managing contacts and sending messages
We are using the MailChimp service to manage contacts and send information via newsletter. This type of service makes it possible to manage a database of email contacts or any other contact information to communicate with our members. These services may also collect data concerning the date and time when the message was viewed by the User, as well as when the User interacted with it, such as by clicking on links included in the message.
MailChimp is an email address management and message sending service provided by The Rocket Science Group, LLC.
Personal Data collected
Email address, name, custom fields.
Place of processing
United States.
For more see the MailChimp privacy policy – https://mailchimp.com/legal/privacy/
9. YouTube
Our website uses plugins from the Google-powered YouTube page. Site operator is YouTube, LLC, 901 Cherry Ave., San Bruno, CA 94066, USA.
When you visit one of our YouTube plug-in-enabled sites, you will be connected to the servers of YouTube. It tells the YouTube server which of our pages you’ve visited. If you’re logged into your YouTube account, YouTube will allow you to associate your browsing behavior directly with your personal profile. You can prevent this by logging out of your YouTube account.
The use of YouTube is in the interest of an attractive presentation of our online offers. This constitutes a legitimate interest within the meaning of Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f DSGVO.
For more information about how to handle user data, please refer to the YouTube Privacy Policy at https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/privacy.
10. Your rights
You are entitled to the information, entitlement, deletion, restriction, data transmission, revocation and contradiction. If you believe that the processing of your data violates the data protection or that your data protection standards are violated, you can file complaint to the supervisory authority. In Austria this would be the data protection authority. If you have any questions please contact us via hello@tech2impact.com
11. Terms of use
Last modified: 24.11.2024
Acceptance of the Terms of Use
Welcome to tech2impact, a global network dedicated to catalyzing purpose-driven innovation. These Terms of Use are an agreement between you (the "User") and tech2impact (referred to as "we," "our," or "the Organization") and apply to all users of the tech2impact website, the Members Hub, the digital community on Slack, and any additional forms or platforms we use to facilitate our services. Please read these Terms carefully, as they govern your access and use of our services, content, and any resources provided to members of the digital community.
By accessing or using tech2impact’s website, community, or services, you accept and agree to comply with these Terms of Use, along with our Privacy Policy, incorporated by reference. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our services.
1. Membership Eligibility and Application
To access full services, you must be a registered tech2impact member. By applying for membership, you affirm that you are at least 18 years old and that you are responsible for providing accurate information in your membership application.
Acceptance into tech2impact’s network is contingent on meeting certain eligibility criteria, including alignment with our purpose-driven mission. The Organization may, at its sole discretion, approve or decline membership applications and reserves the right to request additional information to complete the application process. Decisions on membership applications are based on the principles of fostering a collaborative, respectful community.
2. Benefits of Membership
Membership benefits include access to the Members Hub, the digital community, and exclusive content, networking opportunities, and other member-specific offers, that you can see on the following page: http://tech2impact.com/hub. As part of the community, you may share and engage in discussions, access resources, and participate in programs such as mentoring and personal growth initiatives. Details on specific benefits, which may vary based on membership type, are available on our website.
Our communication tool, Slack, has its own Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, which also apply to users engaging with tech2impact’s community. Additionally, any communications or member resources managed via third parties (e.g., MailChimp for newsletters) are subject to those third parties’ terms and policies.
3. Application and Registration Process
If your membership application is approved, you will receive onboarding instructions, including how to access the Members Hub and digital community. When registering, you agree to provide accurate, up-to-date contact and professional information and to keep this information current.
To interact within our community, members are encouraged to foster meaningful connections and respect fellow members’ boundaries. Direct sales or promotions within the community are prohibited unless authorized by tech2impact.
4. Account Security
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for any activities conducted under your account. tech2impact reserves the right to suspend or terminate access if your account is compromised or used improperly.
Should you need assistance or if you believe your account has been accessed without permission, contact us at hello@tech2impact.com
5. Member Conduct and Community Guidelines
tech2impact promotes an inclusive, respectful environment. By participating in our community, you agree to:
- Engage Respectfully: Treat fellow members with respect and avoid sharing offensive, inappropriate, or harmful content.
- Maintain Professional Integrity: Avoid unsolicited promotional activities. This includes any form of sales pitch or service promotion within the community.
- Adhere to Content Standards: Any content you post should comply with all applicable laws and should not infringe upon the rights of others.
Failure to comply with these standards may lead to temporary or permanent restrictions on your account access.
6. Prohibited Activities
You agree not to:
- Engage in any activity that violates local or international laws.
- Misuse or interfere with our platform or any of its features.
- Share, sell, or redistribute materials accessed from the platform without permission.
- Collect or store personal data of other members without authorization.
Violations of these prohibitions may result in immediate suspension or termination of membership.
7. Intellectual Property
The content and resources provided by tech2impact, including logos, trademarks, and proprietary information, remain the intellectual property of tech2impact or its licensors. Members are granted limited, personal use rights to access tech2impact content for their purposes within the community but may not distribute or alter this content without explicit authorization.
8. Membership Fees and Termination
tech2impact charges membership fees according to the selected plan. Membership fees can be paid in 12 installments or as a one-time payment (and tech2impact reserves the right to adjust pricing through discounts on an individual or community-wide level) and are due in advance of the membership period that the fees cover. Information on the current different payment plans available for the membership and their benefits and costs can be found here: http://tech2impact.com/hub.
tech2impact uses a third party payment processor to assist it in processing your personally identifiable payment information securely. Such third party processors’ use of your personal information is governed by their respective terms of Use and privacy policies.
Payments are processed through Stripe, whose terms apply to transactions, see Stripe’s Privacy Policy and Services Agreement.
Members may terminate their paid Growth membership within 14 days of initial payment for any reason. Membership fees are non-refundable after the initial 14-day trial period.
If a payment does not go through, access to member privileges may be restricted until the issue is resolved. Members may alter their membership plan by contacting tech2impact at communityteam@tech2impact.com. Membership fees paid are nonrefundable unless requested within 14 days after the first payment
9. Privacy and Data Protection
Your information is managed in accordance with our Privacy Policy. This includes details on the data we collect, how we use it, and your rights to control your information. By using tech2impact, you consent to our use of your data as outlined in the policy.
10. Limitation of Liability and Disclaimer
While tech2impact strives to provide a secure and efficient platform, we do not guarantee uninterrupted access to our services. tech2impact disclaims liability for any damages, loss of data, or other harm resulting from your use of our services.
Our resources and community advice are provided for general informational purposes only, and we are not liable for the outcomes of actions taken based on advice from our community or resources.
11. Changes to the Terms of Use
tech2impact may update these Terms from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and your continued use of tech2impact’s services implies acceptance of the updated terms. These Terms are governed by the laws of Austria. In the event of a dispute, you agree to submit to the jurisdiction of Austrian courts. At our discretion, we may request that any dispute be resolved through arbitration in Austria.
Contact Information
For questions, feedback, or assistance, please contact us at hello@tech2impact.com.
