Pivacy Policy

1. Introduction

At Startup News India, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information.

We follow strict data protection practices in compliance with applicable privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), where applicable.

This policy describes:

• What data we collect
• How we use it
• With whom we share it
• How you can manage your privacy preferences

Our goal is transparency — to ensure you have full control over your personal data while enjoying a seamless experience on our platform.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information in several ways to improve your experience and keep you informed about the Indian startup ecosystem.

a. Information You Provide Voluntarily

• Contact Information: Name, email address, and other details submitted via contact forms, newsletter sign-ups, or collaborations.
• Content Submissions: Any stories, articles, or feedback you share with us for publication or review.
• Advertising/Partnership Requests: Business information provided when seeking sponsorships, ads, or collaborations.

b. Information Collected Automatically

When you browse Startup News India, certain data is collected automatically through analytics tools, cookies, and server logs.

This includes:

• IP address and device type
• Browser and operating system information
• Referring URLs and pages visited
• Date, time, and duration of your visit
• Engagement metrics such as clicks and scroll activity

c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to:

• Improve site functionality and speed
• Analyze visitor behavior and site performance
• Personalize your reading experience
• Display relevant ads and sponsored content

You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time, though this may affect certain website features.

3. How We Use Your Information

Your data helps us deliver a better, more personalized experience. We use the collected information to:

• Publish and deliver relevant startup news and insights
• Send newsletters and updates (only with your consent)
• Improve website performance, security, and usability
• Respond to your inquiries, requests, and submissions
• Display relevant ads and sponsored stories
• Conduct audience analysis and improve editorial direction

4. Sharing of Information

We value your trust and only share information when necessary:

• Service Providers: Trusted partners who assist with hosting, analytics, advertising, or communication tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Mailchimp, etc.).
• Legal Compliance: When required by law, regulation, or court order.
• Business Transfers: In case of a merger, acquisition, or restructuring, user data may be transferred to new ownership under the same privacy commitments.

All third parties are contractually obligated to handle your data securely and only for the purposes outlined in this policy.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration.

While no system is 100% secure, we continually monitor and update our security practices to maintain the highest standards of protection.

Your data is stored on secure servers, and any data transmission (e.g., newsletter sign-ups or contact forms) is encrypted using SSL (Secure Socket Layer) technology.

6. Data Retention

We retain your 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.

You can request deletion or correction of your data at any time (see Section 8 below).

7. Third-Party Links and Content

Startup News India may include external links, sponsored articles, or embedded content (e.g., videos, social media posts).

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites.

Once you leave our site, you are subject to the policies of those respective sites.

We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before engaging with external content.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your region, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Correct or update inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your data ("Right to be Forgotten")
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications
• Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Export data (data portability rights under GDPR)

To exercise these rights, contact us at: privacy@startupnewsindia.in

We will respond to all legitimate requests within 30 days.

9. Children's Privacy

Our content and services are intended for a general audience and not directed toward children under 13 years of age.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

If you believe a child has shared data with us, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements.

The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will indicate when revisions were made.

We encourage you to review this page regularly to stay informed about how we protect your data.