Last Updated: August 2026
At Rise of Startups (riseofstartups.com), we are committed to protecting your privacy while providing the latest news, stories, and insights from the startup world across India and beyond. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your personal data when you visit our website.
By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our data practices, please refrain from using the website.
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy applies to Rise of Startups (“we,” “our,” or “us”), a platform dedicated to sharing founder stories, funding updates, startup news, and business insights. We recognize the importance of your privacy and strive to maintain transparency in how we collect and manage your personal data.
2. Information We Collect
We gather both personal and non-personal information to deliver a more relevant experience on our website.
A. Personal Information
- Contact Information: If you sign up for our newsletter or contact us through forms, we may collect your name, email address, and any other details you provide.
- Account Details: If you create an account on our website, we collect information such as your username, password, and profile information.
B. Non-Personal Information
- Usage Data: We collect data on how you interact with our website, including your browser type, device information, IP address, pages viewed, and time spent on the site.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies to track website activity and enhance your experience. See our Cookies Policy below for more details.
3. How We Use the Information
- Personalized Content: We use analytics to recommend articles and resources tailored to your interests in startups, funding, and entrepreneurship.
- Communication and Updates: We may use your contact information to send newsletters and updates about the startup ecosystem. You can opt out at any time.
- Website Improvements: We analyze user interactions to improve the functionality and usability of our website.
- Legal Compliance and Security: We may use personal data to comply with legal obligations and protect our platform from unauthorized access.
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal data. We may share information only in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: Third-party providers who help us operate the website, manage email marketing, or process data are contractually obligated to protect your data.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition, your data may be transferred. You will be notified in such cases.
- Legal Obligations: We may disclose personal data when required by law or valid governmental requests.
5. Data Security
Protecting your personal information is a priority. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no data transmission over the internet is completely secure.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. You may request deletion of your data by contacting us.
7. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances.
- Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing communications and certain data collection practices.
- Portability: Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.
To exercise these rights, contact us at the email provided below.
8. Cookies Policy
Rise of Startups uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience, personalize content, and analyze website traffic. We use both first-party and third-party cookies to improve website functionality, track user preferences, and collect usage data for analytics. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed toward individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected such data, we will delete it promptly.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Email: contact@riseofstartups.com
