Privacy Policy

How we protect and handle your information

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Last updated: August 2025

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Minimal Data Collection

We only collect what's necessary to provide our service

No Data Sales

We never sell your personal information to third parties

1. Introduction

Free Startup Funding Database ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our free funding intelligence platform. We believe in transparency and your right to understand how your data is handled.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

  • Email Address: Only if you voluntarily subscribe to our newsletter
  • Contact Information: If you contact us for support
  • Feedback: Any feedback or suggestions you provide

Information Automatically Collected

  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, click patterns
  • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type
  • IP Address: For analytics and security purposes
  • Cookies: Essential cookies for website functionality

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and maintain our free service
  • Send newsletter updates (only if subscribed)
  • Respond to your inquiries and support requests
  • Improve our website and user experience
  • Analyze usage patterns to enhance our service
  • Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

We may share information only in these limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Trusted partners who help us operate our service (hosting, analytics)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfer: In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
  • With Your Consent: Any other sharing with your explicit permission

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

Essential Cookies

Required for basic website functionality and security

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how you use our site to improve it

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some website features.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

  • HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
  • Secure hosting infrastructure
  • Regular security updates and monitoring
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Data minimization principles

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide our service and comply with legal obligations:

  • Newsletter subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe
  • Analytics data: Aggregated and anonymized after 26 months
  • Support communications: 2 years for quality assurance
  • Legal compliance: As required by applicable laws

8. Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access & Portability

Request a copy of your personal data

Correction

Update inaccurate information

Deletion

Request deletion of your data

Opt-out

Unsubscribe from communications

9. Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before providing any information.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]

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