At Startup Gatha, accessible from https://startupgatha.com, the privacy of our visitors is one of our top priorities. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your personal data.
Who We Are
StartupGatha.com is a digital platform dedicated to covering startup news, founder journeys, funding stories, and innovation across India.
What Data We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal and non-personal data:
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Personal Information:
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Name and email address (via contact forms, newsletter signups)
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Messages you submit through our forms
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Non-Personal Information:
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IP address
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Browser type and version
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Device type and operating system
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Pages visited and time spent
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Referring websites
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How We Collect Information
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When you fill out a form or comment on a blog
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Through cookies and similar tracking technologies
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Using third-party tools like Google Analytics and Google AdSense
How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
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Respond to your queries and feedback
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Improve our website and content
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Send newsletters (if you opt in)
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Monitor website usage and performance
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Show you relevant ads via Google AdSense
Use of Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. These include:
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Essential Cookies: Necessary for the site to function properly
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Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the site
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Advertising Cookies: Used by Google and other vendors to serve personalized ads based on your visits
Google AdSense Notice:
StartupGatha.com uses Google AdSense, which may use cookies and web beacons to collect data in order to serve ads based on your interests.
You can learn more about how Google uses this data here.
How to Control Cookies
You can control and manage cookies by adjusting your browser settings.
To opt out of personalized advertising, visit:
We also display a cookie consent banner on your first visit, allowing you to accept or manage preferences.
Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share limited data with:
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Google Analytics and AdSense (for analytics and ad delivery)
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Email service providers (only if you subscribe to our newsletter)
All third-party partners comply with privacy and data protection laws.
Your Data Protection Rights
Depending on your location, you have the right to:
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Access, correct, or delete your personal data
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Object to or restrict our processing of your data
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Withdraw your consent at any time
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File a complaint with a privacy authority
To exercise any of these rights, please email us at:
馃摟 contact@startupgatha.com
Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction, including HTTPS encryption and secure databases.
Children鈥檚 Privacy
We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If you believe we have accidentally collected data from a minor, contact us immediately for removal.
External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please review their policies separately.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy as needed. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised date. We encourage you to review it regularly.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, feel free to reach out:
馃摟 Email: dhananjay.webx@gmail.com
馃寪 Website: https://startupgatha.com
馃搷 India
