Privacy Policy

Welcome to Founders Hut! Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights when you interact with our website.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in two main ways: (1) directly from you, and (2) automatically through your device.

A. Personal Information (You Provide)

We collect personal data when you:

• Create a free or premium account
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Purchase a membership or service

This may include:

• Name
• Email address
• Payment information (processed securely via Stripe or another third-party provider — we do not store credit card details)
• Company or business name (optional)

B. Usage and Device Information (Automatically Collected)

When you visit Founders Hut, we collect certain information automatically via cookies and tools like Google Analytics or Plausible:

• IP address
• Device type and browser
• Pages visited and time spent
• Click behavior (e.g., which case studies you read)
• Referrer data (e.g., how you landed on the site)

2. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

• Keeping you logged in
• Saving preferences (e.g., your reading history or filter settings)
• Measuring traffic and improving site performance
• Potential retargeting (for ads and promotions — if activated in future)

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

3. User-Generated Content

If you contribute content (such as submitting a case study, comment, or interview), we may store:

• Business details (e.g., startup name, niche, etc.)
• Logos or images you provide
• Revenue or financial info you choose to share (optional and always voluntary)

We only publish such content with your consent.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and personalize our services
• Communicate updates, newsletters, and offers (if subscribed)
• Improve the website and user experience
• Ensure secure and legal operation of our platform

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.

5. Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party services to help run our platform:

• Stripe for secure payments
• Google Analytics / Plausible for traffic insights
• Email delivery platforms for newsletters and announcements

These providers may process data under their own privacy policies.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data. However, no system is 100% secure, so please use strong passwords and notify us of any suspicious activity.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Correct or delete your personal data
• Withdraw consent (e.g., unsubscribe from emails)
• Request data portability

To exercise these rights, please contact us.

8. Children's Privacy

Founders Hut is not intended for users under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. We'll post the updated version on this page and update the “Last updated” date above. If changes are significant, we may notify you via email.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us.