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Privacy Policy
Clear language. No hidden clauses.
How we handle your data.
Last Updated05 OCT 2025
1. Who We Are
Startup Story Scale (“we”, “our”, “us”) provides readiness assessments and related tools for early-stage teams. This policy applies to our website, dashboard, and related services (the “Services”). We believe intransparency first.
2. Information We Collect
- Account & Contact Data: Name, email, password (hashed), and organization details required for access.
- Submission Data: Information provided for assessments (product links, traction signals, team details).
- Technical Logs: IP address, browser type, and basic usage events for security and diagnostics.
3. How We Use Information
- ✓ Provide & improve services
- ✓ Generate assessments
- ✓ Security & fraud prevention
- ✓ Customer support
- ✓ Legal compliance
- ✓ Service updates
4. Security & Retention
Security Measures
- Encryption in transit (TLS 1.3)
- Encryption at rest (AES-256)
- Role-based access control (RBAC)
- Regular security audits
We retain information only as long as necessary. When no longer needed, data is deleted or de-identified according to strict schedules.
5. Sharing & Disclosure
We do NOT sell your personal data.
- > Service Providers: Trusted vendors (hosting, payments) under strict confidentiality.
- > Legal Requirements: Only if compelled by law or to protect rights/safety.
- > Business Transfers: In mergers/acquisitions, with appropriate notice.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
- Access & Correction
- Deletion (Right to be forgotten)
- Data Portability
- Withdraw Consent
7. Contact Us
Questions about privacy? Reach out directly.
Contact Privacy Team