Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
Startup Strategies (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines what personal data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that data.
By using our website, products, or services—including the Ira AI fundraising assistant—you agree to this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
1.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily
Name and email address (for waitlists, newsletters, contact forms)
Payment information (via Stripe)
Content you input into Ira (e.g., pitch content, questions)
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
We may collect technical data including:
IP address
Device/browser type
Usage behavior on our site (via tools like Google Analytics or Hotjar)
1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to improve site performance, remember user preferences, and analyze usage. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Provide access to tools and gated content
Operate and improve Ira (fundraising AI assistant)
Respond to user inquiries
Process transactions and subscriptions
Send updates, newsletters, and product communications (with consent)
Monitor usage and improve user experience
3. Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not sell or rent your personal information.
We may share data with trusted service providers under confidentiality agreements, including:
Stripe (payment processing)
Google Analytics / Hotjar (site usage tracking)
Email marketing tools (for newsletters or waitlist updates)
These providers only use your data to deliver the services you’ve opted into.
4. Use of Ira (AI Fundraising Assistant)
When using Ira, you may input text including company descriptions, questions, and fundraising details. These inputs are processed securely and are not stored unless explicitly stated.
We do not use your inputs to train AI models or share your conversations with third parties.
However, you should avoid entering sensitive, confidential, or proprietary information into Ira.
5. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction (including GDPR and CCPA compliance), you may have the right to:
Access the personal data we hold about you
Request correction or deletion of your data
Withdraw consent for marketing emails at any time
Request data portability
To exercise your rights, email us at: [insert contact email]
You may also unsubscribe from emails via the link in any communication.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.
7. Data Security
We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encrypted connections (HTTPS), secure third-party processors, and access controls.
However, no method of transmission is 100% secure. Use of our services is at your own risk.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect data from children.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy as needed. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
10. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this policy, please contact us.
Startup Strategies
Website: www.startupstrategies.com