Welcome to StartupbyDOC (“we”, “our”, or “us”). At www.StartupbyDOC.com, we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data transparently and responsibly. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and disclose your personal information when you use our website and services.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide better services to our users, including:
a) Information You Provide
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Contact details: Name, email address, phone number.
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Business details: Startup name, role, industry.
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Content submissions: When you upload content or participate in our media programs.
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Newsletter sign-up: Email address and preferences.
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Forms & Surveys: Responses you voluntarily provide.
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b) Information We Collect Automatically
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Usage data: Pages visited, time spent, links clicked.
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Device & browser info: IP address, browser type, operating system.
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Cookies & similar technologies: Used to enhance your experience and gather analytics.
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2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
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Provide and improve our services.
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Communicate with you (e.g., newsletters, updates, offers).
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Feature your stories, podcasts, or brand success stories (with your consent).
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Analyze user trends to improve website performance.
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Protect against fraud or unauthorized activity.
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Comply with legal obligations.
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share it with:
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Partners and collaborators (e.g., OG Media 360 and ZZED Media) to fulfill our service commitments.
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Service providers involved in our operations (e.g., analytics, hosting, marketing).
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Legal authorities, when required to comply with applicable laws or enforce our rights.
4. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
5. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
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Access, update, or delete your personal information.
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Opt out of marketing communications at any time.
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Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
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Request data portability or object to specific processing activities.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:
📧 startupbydoc@gmail.com
6. Cookies Policy
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
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Personalize your experience.
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Remember preferences.
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Gather analytical data.
You can modify your browser settings to manage or disable cookies. However, disabling cookies may limit some features of our site.
7. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of storage is 100% secure.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
9. Third-Party Links
Our site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such websites. We encourage users to read the privacy policies of each site they visit.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. All changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review it regularly.
11. Contact Us
For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
📧 Email: startupbydoc@gmail.com
📍 Address: StartupbyDOC, Greater Noida, India