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Privacy Policy

Your privacy and data security are a priority at Flock.

Data Collection

Flock collects only the information needed to build the innovation social network and connect ecosystem members:

  • Profile information (name, photo, email, location, interest area)
  • Authentication data via Google, Apple or email (we do not store passwords in plain text)
  • Project content, posts, updates and shared documents
  • Likes, comments, messages, followers and connections between members
  • Payment information when used for investments or premium services

Data Usage

Your data is used exclusively to operate and improve the Flock platform:

  • Build a personalized feed with relevant projects, updates and opportunities
  • Enable connections between inventors, startups, investors and partners
  • Show investment, collaboration and service opportunities suited to your profile
  • Recommend projects, people and partners based on your interests and interactions
  • Improve the platform with aggregated and anonymous analytics

Data Security

We implement robust measures to protect your account and shared projects:

  • Encryption for sensitive data and communications
  • Secure authentication via Google, Apple and email
  • Permission-based access control for projects and documents
  • Regular and automatic backups
  • Continuous monitoring for suspicious activity

Content and Visibility

On Flock, projects and posts evolve publicly. You control what you share:

  • Posts and updates can be public, followers-only or restricted
  • Contact details and sensitive information are only shared when you authorize
  • We moderate content to maintain a professional and respectful environment
  • You retain intellectual property of your content and projects

Data Sharing

You control who sees your information and projects:

  • Your public profile, projects and posts are visible according to your privacy settings
  • Contact details and messages are only shared with approved connections
  • We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing
  • Data is only shared when required by law or to protect platform security

Your Rights

You have full control over your data and content:

  • Access all your data and content at any time
  • Correct or update your personal information
  • Request deletion of your account, posts and projects
  • Export your information and content in standard format
  • Adjust privacy settings and profile visibility

Last updated: 8/24/2026

Questions about Privacy?

Contact us if you have questions about our privacy policy or how we handle your data.

Contact Privacy Team