Circle.fyi
circle.fyi — fyi stands for 'for your idea.'
Who are we?
Circle ● is a private community for young entrepreneurs — backed by top venture capital funds, exited founders and decision-makers in the industry.
What can you expect?
👥 Community of like-minded founders, with serious drive to build the next big thing🧠 Support from leading active and exited founders, who have 'been there done that'🌎 Global network of decision-makers to help you test and scale fast💰 Access to funding from top venture capital funds and angel investors
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for entrepreneurs who are:→ Aged between 18-27→ On a mission, with strong drive to build a billion dollar business→ Work well in a community, open to contribute, collaborate and receive productive feedback→ Looking to surround themselves with other serious builders
Does this resonate well with you?
Building the next 🦄?
Then you belong with us.Join +250 other young founders who already registered their interest:
We value your privacy and aim to build a trusted community for founders. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, process, and protect your personal data under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and German law when you use our website.1. Data Controller
Circle.fyi is the data controller. Contact us at:
Email: [email protected]2. Information We Collect
We collect minimal data to provide our newsletter service:
- Personal Data: Name, email address, and LinkedIn/Instagram URLs when you sign up.
- Usage Data: Technical details like IP address, browser type, and visit timestamps for analytics and security.
- Cookies: We use essential cookies to operate the site and optional ones for analytics (with your consent).3. Purpose and Legal Basis
We process your data:
- To send you newsletters and updates (legal basis: your consent, Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR).
- To improve our site (legal basis: legitimate interest, Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR).
- To comply with legal obligations (e.g., tax or data requests, Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR).4. How We Use Your Data
- Deliver newsletters with founder-relevant content.
- Analyze site usage anonymously to enhance functionality.
- Respond to your inquiries if you contact us.5. Data Sharing
We only share your data:
- With service providers (e.g., email platforms) under strict data processing agreements (Art. 28 GDPR).
- If legally required by authorities.
- We don’t transfer data outside the EU/EEA unless safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) are in place.6. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you can:
- Access, correct, or delete your data.
- Restrict or object to processing.
- Withdraw consent (e.g., unsubscribe from newsletters) anytime.
- Request data portability.
- Complain to a supervisory authority (e.g., in Germany: Landesbeauftragte für Datenschutz).
Email us at [email protected] to exercise these rights.7. Data Retention
- We keep your data only as long as you’re subscribed or as required by law (e.g., 10 years for tax purposes under German law).
- Unsubscribed data is deleted within 30 days unless legally retained.8. Security
We use technical measures (e.g., encryption) to protect your data, but no system is fully secure. Notify us at [email protected] if you suspect a breach.9. Cookies
- Essential cookies run the site; no consent needed.
- Analytics cookies require your opt-in. Manage preferences in your browser or our cookie banner.10. Changes
We’ll notify you of updates to this policy via email or the site.11. Contact
Email: [email protected]
Circle.fyi
circle.fyi — fyi stands for 'for your idea.'
By using our site, you agree to these Terms of Use under German and EU law. If you disagree, please don’t use the site.1. Eligibility
You must be 18 or older to sign up.
Accounts are personal; don’t share access.2. Your Obligations
Provide accurate name, email, and optional LinkedIn/Instagram URLs.
Don’t misuse the site (e.g., spam, hacking).
Comply with German laws (e.g., no illegal content).3. Our Service
Circle.fyi offers a newsletter signup. We may expand features later.
We can modify or pause the service anytime without liability.4. Intellectual Property
Our site’s design and content are owned by Circle.fyi. Don’t reproduce without permission.
Data you provide (e.g., name, URLs) remains yours; you grant us a license to use it for the newsletter.5. Liability
We provide the site “as is.” No warranties beyond German legal minimums (e.g., § 434 BGB).
We’re not liable for indirect damages (e.g., lost profits) unless caused by gross negligence or intent (§ 521 BGB).6. Termination
Unsubscribe anytime via the newsletter link.
We may block access if you violate these terms.7. Governing Law
These terms follow German law. Disputes fall under the jurisdiction of Berlin courts, unless EU consumer law applies (e.g., your home country’s courts if you’re an EU resident).8. Contact
Email: [email protected]