Startup-Sync
Welcome to Startup-Sync — the social community designed to unlock the potential of your startup investments.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled securely and transparently. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data.
1. Who We Are
Startup-Sync is a platform that connects investors, incubators, accelerators, startups, students, and anyone passionate about entrepreneurship and innovation. Our mission is to foster collaboration and growth in the startup ecosystem.
2. What Information We Collect
We collect information that helps us provide and improve our services, including:
- Profile Information: Name, email address, phone number, profile image, user type (e.g. investor, startup founder).
- Startup or Company Data: Company name, pitch decks, team info, funding stage, business model.
- Usage Data: Interactions with the app, posts, messages, channel participation, and activity logs.
- Device and Technical Info: IP address, browser type, OS, and device identifiers.
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
- Personalize your experience and show relevant content.
- Connect you with other users in the startup ecosystem.
- Enable communication via chat, posts, and updates.
- Improve app features, security, and usability.
- Provide customer support and respond to inquiries.
4. Who We Share It With
We do not sell your personal data. We may share limited data with:
- Other users (e.g. your public profile or startup profile).
- Service providers who help us operate the app (e.g. hosting, analytics).
- Legal authorities, if required by law.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access, update, or delete your personal information.
- Request a copy of your data.
- Control your communication and notification preferences.
To make any of these requests, contact us at: privacy@startup-sync.com
6. Data Security
We use encryption, authentication, and access controls to protect your information. While no system is 100% secure, we work hard to safeguard your data.
7. Children’s Privacy
Startup-Sync is not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under this age.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. You will be notified of significant changes through the app or by email.
9. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Startup-Sync Privacy Team
📧 Email: support@startup-sync.com
🌐 Website: https://app.startup-sync.com
Third-Party services
We may share limited data with trusted third-party service providers to operate and improve the platform, such as:
- Hosting providers (e.g., AWS, DigitalOcean)
- Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Mixpanel)
- Messaging or push notification systems
These providers are required to maintain the confidentiality and security of your data and are not permitted to use it for their own purposes.