Privacy policy
Last updated: 26/01/2026
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how BlackWood Ventures ApS and BlackWood Capital Partners ApS (together, “BlackWood”, “we”, “us” or “our”) collect, use, disclose, and protect personal data when you visit or interact with our website www.blackwood.vc (the “Website”).
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data in a transparent and lawful manner in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
By using our Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
2. Data Controller
BlackWood is the data controller responsible for the processing of your personal data.
Legal entities:
BlackWood Ventures ApS
BlackWood Capital Partners ApS
Address: Bredgade 65A, 3rd floor, 2100 Copenhagen, Denmark
Email: info@blackwood.vc
3. Personal Data We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal data:
a) Information you provide voluntarily
Name
Email address
Phone number
Company name and role
Investor profile or investment interests
Any information you submit via contact forms, applications, or email correspondence
b) Automatically collected data (Usage Data)
IP address
Browser type and version
Device type and operating system
Pages visited, time spent, referring URLs
Approximate location (country/city level)
This data is collected through cookies and similar technologies (see Section 7).
4. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)
We process personal data only where we have a lawful basis, including:
Consent – where you have explicitly agreed (e.g. newsletter signup)
Contractual necessity – to respond to inquiries or manage relationships
Legitimate interests – such as operating, improving, and securing our Website
Legal obligations – where required by law
5. How We Use Your Personal Data
We use personal data to:
Operate and maintain the Website
Respond to inquiries and requests
Evaluate investment or partnership interest
Communicate relevant updates, insights, or events (where permitted)
Analyze Website usage and improve performance
Ensure security, prevent fraud, and comply with legal obligations
We do not sell personal data.
6. Sharing of Personal Data
We may share personal data with:
Service providers (e.g. hosting, analytics, email tools) acting as data processors under contractual safeguards
Affiliates within the BlackWood group
Professional advisers (legal, financial, compliance)
Authorities where required by law
Third parties in connection with a merger, financing, or asset transfer
Personal data is shared only where necessary and subject to appropriate protections.
7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to ensure Website functionality and to understand usage patterns.
Types of cookies used:
Strictly necessary cookies – required for Website operation
Functional cookies – remember preferences
Analytics cookies – help us understand Website usage
Where required by law, non-essential cookies are used only with your consent.
You can manage or withdraw cookie consent at any time via your browser settings or our cookie banner.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
Criteria used to determine retention include:
Nature and sensitivity of the data
Purpose of processing
Legal and regulatory obligations
9. International Data Transfers
Your data may be processed outside Denmark or the EU/EEA. Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:
EU Standard Contractual Clauses
Transfers to countries deemed adequate by the EU Commission
10. Your Data Protection Rights
If you are located in the EU/EEA, you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Request rectification or erasure
Object to processing
Restrict processing
Request data portability
Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise your rights, contact info@blackwood.vc.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Danish Data Protection Agency (Datatilsynet).
11. Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data. However, no online transmission or storage method is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
12. Children’s Privacy
The Website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
13. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be published on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.
15. Contact
For questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, contact: