Privacy Policy for LiteStartup

Effective Date: September 28, 2025

1. Welcome

LiteStartup, Inc. (“LiteStartup,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share information when you interact with our website at https://litestartup.com (the “Site”) and any related services (collectively, the “Service”).

By accessing or using the Service, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Service.

2. Key Terms

  • Personal Information: Any data that identifies you or can reasonably be linked to you.
  • Usage Data: Automatically collected information about how you access and use the Service.
  • Cookies: Small text files placed on your device to enhance functionality and track usage.
  • You / Your: The individual using the Service.
  • Data Controller: LiteStartup, which decides why and how your Personal Information is processed.

3. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide

We may collect:

  • Contact details (e.g., name, email, mailing address)
  • Account credentials (if you register)
  • Payment information (processed securely via third-party providers)
  • Any other data you voluntarily submit (e.g., support requests, feedback)

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you use the Service, we may gather:

  • Device and browser details
  • IP address and approximate location
  • Pages viewed, time spent, and navigation patterns
  • Referral sources and exit pages
  • Unique device identifiers

C. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies (e.g., pixels, local storage) to:

  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyze performance
  • Deliver relevant content
  • Prevent fraud

You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may limit functionality.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data to:

  1. Operate, maintain, and improve the Service
  2. Process transactions and send confirmations
  3. Respond to inquiries and provide support
  4. Send administrative updates, security alerts, and policy changes
  5. Personalize your experience
  6. Conduct internal analytics and research
  7. Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, or security risks
  8. Comply with legal obligations
  9. Enforce our Terms of Service
  10. With your consent, send promotional communications (you may opt out anytime)

5. Data Retention

We keep Personal Information only as long as needed for the purposes described above or as required by law. Usage Data is typically retained for up to 12 months for analytics, unless a longer period is necessary for security or legal reasons.

6. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your Personal Information. We may share it with:

A. Service Providers

Trusted vendors who help us run the Service (e.g., hosting, analytics, email delivery, payment processing). They are contractually bound to protect your data and use it only for our instructed purposes.

B. Legal Requirements

When required by law, court order, or government authority, or to protect our rights, safety, or property.

C. Business Transfers

In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred. We will notify you before your data becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

D. With Your Consent

For any other purpose disclosed at the time of collection, with your explicit permission.

7. International Data Transfers

LiteStartup is based in the United States. Your information may be processed and stored in the U.S. or other countries with different data protection laws. We implement appropriate safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) to protect cross-border transfers.

8. Security

We use industry-standard measures (encryption, access controls, firewalls) to protect your data. However, no system is completely secure. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

9. Your Privacy Rights

A. Global Rights (Where Applicable)

You may have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your Personal Information
  • Object to or restrict certain processing
  • Receive your data in a portable format
  • Withdraw consent (where processing relies on it)
  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise these rights, email [email protected]. We may verify your identity before responding.

B. European Residents (GDPR)

If you are in the EU/EEA/UK, you have the rights listed above under GDPR. We act as the data controller and can be reached at the contact below.

C. California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

You have the right to:

  • Know what Personal Information we collect, use, and disclose
  • Request deletion of your Personal Information
  • Opt out of any “sale” or “sharing” (we do not sell or share for cross-context behavioral advertising)
  • Non-discrimination for exercising your rights

Submit requests via email. We respond within 45 days (extendable once by 45 days if needed). Authorized agents may act on your behalf with written permission.

D. Do Not Track

We do not respond to browser “Do Not Track” signals at this time.

10. Third-Party Links

The Service may link to external sites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Review their policies before sharing information.

11. Children’s Privacy

The Service is not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we learn we have, we will delete it promptly.

12. Marketing Communications

You can opt out of promotional emails by clicking “unsubscribe” or contacting us. Transactional messages (e.g., account alerts) cannot be unsubscribed from while using the Service.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The new version will be posted on the Site with an updated “Effective Date.” Material changes will be communicated via email or a prominent notice. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

14. Contact Us

For questions, requests, or concerns:

Email: [email protected]