Damascus Projects Global respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains how Damascus Projects Global collects, uses, stores, shares and protects personal information when you visit our website, use our mobile application, create an account, participate in live streams, publish a business profile, communicate with other users, attend virtual meetings, subscribe to our services, or otherwise interact with Damascus Projects Global.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully.
1 Who We Are
For the purposes of applicable data protection laws, the organisation responsible for your personal information is:
- Damascus Projects Global
- Company Number: 17464784
- Registered Office: 71–75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, United Kingdom, WC2H 9JQ
- Email: info@damascusprojects.com
- Website: https://damascusprojects.com
In this Privacy Policy, "Damascus Projects Global," "we," "us" and "our" refer to Damascus Projects Global.
2 Our Services
Damascus Projects Global is a global business matchmaking technology service designed to facilitate LIVE introductions and communication between founders, investors, entrepreneurs, producers, companies, organisations and other users.
Our services may include:
- user profiles;
- business profiles;
- business listings;
- video prototypes;
- live video streaming;
- private virtual meetings;
- chat and communication features;
- business discovery;
- networking events;
- Global Live Challenge;
- Producers Festival;
- subscriptions; and
- other features introduced from time to time.
Because our service is designed to connect people and businesses, certain information that you choose to publish may be visible to other users.
3 Information We Collect
Depending on how you use Damascus Projects Global, we may collect different categories of information.
3.1 Information You Provide Directly
When you register or use our services, you may provide:
- full name;
- username;
- email address;
- telephone number;
- country;
- city or general location;
- profile photograph;
- date of birth or age information where necessary;
- business name;
- business description;
- business category;
- business website;
- business contact information;
- professional information;
- business documents where verification is required;
- photographs;
- videos;
- prototypes;
- presentations;
- messages;
- meeting information;
- subscription information;
- payment-related information;
- information supplied during customer support;
- verification information; and
- other information you voluntarily provide.
4 Information About Your Business
If you create a business profile or business listing, we may collect information relating to the business you choose to present.
This may include:
- business name;
- business description;
- industry;
- products;
- services;
- business location;
- business website;
- business social-media information;
- business photographs;
- business videos;
- business prototypes;
- business documents;
- business registration information;
- information concerning the people associated with the business; and
- other information you choose to publish.
You are responsible for ensuring that you have the right to provide information relating to another person or business.
5 Content You Publish
When you upload or publish content through Damascus Projects Global, we may process that content to provide the service.
This may include:
- photographs;
- profile images;
- business presentations;
- videos;
- live-stream recordings where applicable;
- audio;
- comments;
- messages;
- business descriptions;
- documents;
- prototypes; and
- other user-generated content.
Content that you intentionally make public may be visible to other users or members of the public depending on the relevant feature.
You should therefore avoid publishing information that you do not want others to see.
6 Live Streaming Information
If you participate in a live stream, information associated with your participation may be processed and displayed to other participants.
Depending on the functionality available, this may include:
- your name;
- profile image;
- business information;
- video;
- audio;
- comments;
- interactions;
- presentation materials; and
- other information you choose to communicate.
Live-stream participants should understand that information communicated during a live session may be viewed or recorded by other participants.
You should not disclose confidential, sensitive or private information during a live session unless you are comfortable doing so.
7 Private Communications
Where Damascus Projects Global provides private communication features, we may process information necessary to deliver those communications.
Depending on the feature, this may include:
- sender and recipient information;
- messages;
- timestamps;
- meeting information;
- technical information;
- reports or complaints relating to communications; and
- information necessary to investigate misuse.
We may access or review communications where reasonably necessary to:
- protect users;
- investigate fraud;
- investigate abuse;
- enforce our Terms;
- investigate complaints;
- protect our systems;
- comply with legal obligations; or
- respond to lawful requests.
We will handle personal information in accordance with applicable law.
8 Information Collected Automatically
When you use our website or application, we may automatically collect technical information such as:
- IP address;
- device type;
- operating system;
- browser type;
- application version;
- device identifiers;
- approximate location information;
- language preferences;
- time zone;
- login information;
- usage information;
- pages or screens viewed;
- features used;
- interactions with the service;
- session information;
- crash reports; and
- technical logs.
This information helps us operate, secure and improve Damascus Projects Global.
9 Cookies and Similar Technologies
We may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- operate our website;
- remember preferences;
- maintain sessions;
- improve performance;
- understand how users interact with the service;
- maintain security;
- analyse usage; and
- support relevant functionality.
Where required by law, we will obtain consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.
More information is provided in our Cookie Policy.
10 Payment Information
If you subscribe to a paid service, payment information may be processed by us and/or by third-party payment service providers.
Depending on the payment method, we may receive information such as:
- payment status;
- transaction reference;
- billing information;
- subscription information;
- payment method type;
- partial payment details; and
- transaction history.
We generally do not need to store complete payment-card information ourselves where a qualified payment service provider processes the transaction.
Third-party payment providers may have their own privacy policies.
11 How We Use Your Information
We may use personal information for the following purposes:
11.1 Providing the Service
To:
- create and maintain accounts;
- provide profiles;
- display business listings;
- enable live streams;
- enable private meetings;
- facilitate communication;
- provide subscriptions;
- provide customer support; and
- operate the service.
11.2 Connecting Users
To enable users to discover and communicate with other users according to the features they use and the information they choose to publish.
11.3 Security and Fraud Prevention
To:
- detect suspicious activity;
- prevent fraud;
- investigate impersonation;
- protect accounts;
- protect users;
- investigate abuse;
- enforce our policies; and
- maintain platform security.
11.4 Improving Damascus Projects Global
To:
- understand usage patterns;
- improve features;
- troubleshoot technical problems;
- develop new functionality;
- improve user experience; and
- maintain service reliability.
11.5 Communications
To send:
- account notifications;
- security alerts;
- service announcements;
- subscription information;
- support responses;
- important policy updates; and
- other service-related communications.
Where required by law, marketing communications will be sent only with appropriate consent or another lawful basis.
12 Legal Bases for Processing
Where UK GDPR or similar data protection laws apply, we process personal information using one or more lawful bases.
These may include:
12.1 Contract
Where processing is necessary to provide services you have requested or to take steps before entering into a contract with you.
Examples include:
- creating your account;
- providing subscriptions;
- enabling communication;
- providing live-streaming services; and
- processing service-related transactions.
12.2 Legitimate Interests
We may process information where necessary for legitimate business interests, provided those interests do not override your fundamental rights and freedoms.
Examples may include:
- preventing fraud;
- securing our systems;
- improving services;
- protecting users;
- managing accounts;
- enforcing our Terms; and
- maintaining service integrity.
12.3 Consent
We may rely on your consent where required or appropriate.
For example, consent may be required for certain marketing communications or non-essential cookies.
Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw that consent, subject to applicable law.
12.4 Legal Obligation
We may process information where necessary to comply with a legal or regulatory obligation.
12.5 Vital Interests
In exceptional circumstances, information may be processed where necessary to protect someone's vital interests.
13 Business Information and Public Profiles
Damascus Projects Global is designed to facilitate business connections.
If you choose to create a public business profile, certain information may be displayed to other users.
Depending on the feature, this may include:
- your name;
- profile photograph;
- business name;
- business description;
- business location;
- industry;
- website;
- videos;
- prototypes;
- products;
- services;
- professional information; and
- other information you choose to publish.
You should carefully consider what information you make publicly available.
14 Information Shared with Other Users
Some information is intentionally shared through Damascus Projects Global to facilitate introductions.
For example, when you participate in a live stream, other participants may see information that you choose to display.
When you contact another user, the information necessary to establish the communication may be made available to that user.
We do not control how another user may use information that you voluntarily disclose to them.
Users should exercise appropriate caution when sharing personal or commercially sensitive information.
15 Information We Share with Service Providers
We may use trusted third-party service providers to operate Damascus Projects Global.
These providers may support:
- hosting;
- cloud storage;
- payment processing;
- authentication;
- communications;
- video streaming;
- analytics;
- cybersecurity;
- customer support;
- email delivery;
- technical infrastructure; and
- other business operations.
Service providers are expected to process information according to appropriate contractual and legal requirements.
16 Legal and Regulatory Disclosures
We may disclose personal information where reasonably necessary to:
- comply with applicable law;
- respond to lawful requests;
- comply with court orders;
- cooperate with regulatory authorities;
- investigate suspected unlawful activity;
- protect users;
- protect our rights;
- prevent fraud;
- protect our property; or
- address serious security threats.
We will seek to limit disclosures to what is reasonably necessary for the relevant purpose.
17 Business Transfers
If Damascus Projects Global undergoes a merger, acquisition, restructuring, financing, sale of assets or similar corporate transaction, personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction where legally permitted.
Where required, appropriate notice or safeguards will be provided.
18 International Data Transfers
Because Damascus Projects Global is intended to operate globally, personal information may be processed or stored in countries outside the country where you live.
Where UK GDPR or another applicable data protection regime requires safeguards for international transfers, we will use appropriate legal mechanisms.
These may include:
- adequacy regulations or decisions;
- approved contractual safeguards;
- appropriate transfer mechanisms; or
- other lawful safeguards.
19 How Long We Keep Information
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, unless a longer period is required or permitted by law.
Retention periods may depend on:
- the type of information;
- why it was collected;
- whether you maintain an active account;
- legal requirements;
- accounting requirements;
- dispute resolution;
- fraud prevention; and
- security requirements.
When information is no longer required, we may delete, anonymise or securely dispose of it.
20 Account Deletion
You may request deletion of your account where applicable.
Account deletion may not result in immediate deletion of every piece of information where we are legally required or otherwise permitted to retain certain information.
For example, information may need to be retained for:
- legal compliance;
- fraud prevention;
- dispute resolution;
- financial records;
- security investigations; or
- enforcement of legal rights.
Where information is retained, it will continue to be handled in accordance with applicable law.
21 Your Data Protection Rights
Depending on where you live and which laws apply, you may have rights including:
- the right to access personal information;
- the right to correct inaccurate information;
- the right to request deletion;
- the right to restrict processing;
- the right to object to certain processing;
- the right to data portability;
- the right to withdraw consent;
- the right to complain to a data protection authority; and
- rights relating to automated decision-making where applicable.
These rights are subject to legal limitations and exceptions.
22 How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise a data protection right, contact us using:
- Privacy Email: info@damascusprojects.com
Please provide sufficient information to allow us to understand and process your request.
We may need to verify your identity before responding to certain requests.
We will respond within the period required by applicable law.
23 Marketing
We may send you service-related communications that are necessary for your account or use of Damascus Projects Global.
Marketing communications will be handled in accordance with applicable law.
Where consent is required, we will seek appropriate consent.
You may unsubscribe from marketing communications by using the unsubscribe mechanism provided or by contacting us.
Even if you opt out of marketing communications, we may still send important service or security messages.
24 Children and Minors
Damascus Projects Global is intended for users who are legally permitted to use the relevant services.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children in violation of applicable law.
Where age restrictions apply to a particular service, users must not circumvent those restrictions.
If you believe a child has provided personal information to us in circumstances where this is not permitted, please contact us.
25 Data Security
We use reasonable technical and organisational measures designed to protect personal information against:
- unauthorised access;
- accidental loss;
- misuse;
- alteration;
- disclosure; and
- destruction.
Security measures may include access controls, authentication systems, encryption where appropriate, monitoring and other technical safeguards.
However, no internet-based service can guarantee absolute security.
You should protect your account credentials and notify us promptly if you suspect unauthorised access.
26 Data Breaches
Where a personal data breach occurs, we will assess the incident and take steps required by applicable data protection law.
Where notification to a regulator or affected individuals is legally required, we will make the relevant notification within the applicable timeframe.
27 User Reports and Safety Investigations
If you report another user, we may process information relating to your report and the reported account.
This may include:
- your account information;
- information contained in the report;
- relevant messages or content;
- information concerning the reported user;
- investigation records; and
- information concerning actions taken.
We process this information to protect users, investigate violations and enforce our policies.
28 Recording and Moderation of Live Content
Where live-streaming or meeting features permit recording, moderation or technical storage, relevant content may be processed for purposes including:
- delivering the feature;
- security;
- moderation;
- investigating complaints;
- preventing fraud;
- enforcing our Terms;
- improving service quality; and
- complying with legal obligations.
Where applicable, users will be informed through the relevant feature or interface.
29 Artificial Intelligence and Automated Technologies
Damascus Projects Global may use automated technologies, including artificial intelligence, to support functions such as:
- content moderation;
- fraud detection;
- security;
- customer support;
- search;
- recommendations;
- service improvement; and
- operational analysis.
Where applicable law provides specific rights regarding solely automated decisions that produce legal or similarly significant effects, we will comply with those requirements.
30 Third-Party Websites
Our website or application may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of websites that we do not control.
You should review the privacy policy of any third-party website before providing personal information.
31 Social Media
Damascus Projects Global may maintain social-media pages or integrate social-media functionality.
Interactions with third-party social-media services are governed by the privacy policies of those services.
Information that you choose to publish publicly through social-media services may be visible to others.
32 Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The updated version will be published through our website or application.
Where changes are material and notification is legally required, we will provide appropriate notice.
The "Last Updated" date at the beginning of this Privacy Policy indicates when the policy was most recently revised.
33 Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise a data protection right, or have a privacy concern, please contact:
- Damascus Projects Global
- Company Number: 17464784
- Registered Office: 71–75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, United Kingdom, WC2H 9JQ
- Privacy Email: info@damascusprojects.com
- Website: https://damascusprojects.com
34 Data Protection Authority
If you are located in the United Kingdom and believe that your data protection rights have not been properly addressed, you may have the right to complain to the UK's data protection regulator, the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).
You may contact the ICO through its official website.
Nothing in this Privacy Policy prevents you from exercising your right to complain to a competent data protection authority.
35 Acknowledgement
By using Damascus Projects Global, you acknowledge that you have had the opportunity to read this Privacy Policy and understand how your personal information may be processed in connection with our services.
Last Updated: 17th September 2026
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