Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

StartupDay ("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 platform.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us:

• Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, company name
• Payment Information: Transaction details processed through Razorpay or PayPal
• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our platform
• Communication Data: Messages you send to us or through our platform

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Process transactions and send related information
• Send you technical notices, updates, and support messages
• Respond to your comments, questions, and customer service requests
• Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities
• Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent transactions and other illegal activities
• Personalize and improve your experience

4. Information Sharing

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf
• Payment Processing: With Razorpay for processing payments
• Legal Requirements: If required by law or in response to legal process
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. We may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes, including record-keeping and legal compliance.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Withdraw consent for data processing
• Export your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@startupday.com.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our platform.

9. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected information from a child, we will take steps to delete it.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

• Email: privacy@startupday.com
• Address: India