Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We may collect:

• Personal details you provide (e.g., name, email, organization, role) when registering, submitting forms, or using features such as Ask an Expert or Idea Bank.
• Usage data such as IP address, browser type, pages visited, and interaction time for analytics and improvement.
• Partner or event data shared through collaborations with affiliated ecosystem partners.

2. Purpose of Data Collection

Your information helps us:

• Operate and improve the EgyptInnovate platform.
• Deliver personalized experiences and relevant content.
• Share ecosystem opportunities, updates, and events (only if you opt in).
• Support innovation research and reporting in an anonymous form.
• Fulfill legal or administrative obligations under ITIDA governance.

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell or trade your data. We may share limited information:

• With trusted government partners and technical providers to operate the platform.
• With analytics or email service providers, under strict confidentiality.
• When required by law or governmental request.

All partners are required to handle your data securely and only for legitimate purposes.

4. Data Protection

We apply administrative, technical, and organizational measures to safeguard your data. All personal data is stored on servers located within the Arab Republic of Egypt in compliance with Law No. 151 of 2020 on the Protection of Personal Data. Despite our efforts, no system is entirely secure, and users are encouraged to exercise discretion when sharing information publicly.

5. Retention

Data is stored only as long as necessary to deliver platform services or comply with applicable legal requirements. Once no longer needed, it is safely deleted or anonymized.

6. Your Rights

You may:

• Access, update, or delete your personal information.
• Withdraw consent for communications or newsletters.

Requests can be sent to info@egyptinnovate.com and will be processed promptly.

7. Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies to remember preferences and analyze traffic. You can disable cookies in your browser; however, some features may not function as intended.

8. Third-Party Links

EgyptInnovate may include links to external websites (such as partners, funding sources, or event organizers). These links are provided for more information, convenience, and reference only. We do not control, endorse, or take responsibility for the content, security, or privacy practices of these third-party sites. It is the user's responsibility to review and comply with the terms and privacy policies of any external website they visit.

9. Updates to This Policy

This Policy may be updated periodically. Any changes will be posted here with the revised date. We encourage users to review it regularly.

10. Contact Us

For privacy-related inquiries: