Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

StartMadeSimple Ltd (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates StartSimple AI (the “Service”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service. We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect the following personal information that you provide to us:

• Email address
• Name (when you contact us)
• Business ideas and related content you submit
• Payment information (processed securely by Stripe)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• To provide and deliver the Service (generate your Business Clarity Report)
• To process your payments securely
• To send you your report via email
• To respond to your inquiries and customer service requests
• To improve and optimize our Service
• To detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• To comply with legal obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your personal data under the following legal bases:

• Contract Performance: Processing is necessary to fulfill our contract with you (providing the Service)
• Legitimate Interests: To improve our Service and prevent fraud
• Consent: For cookies and marketing communications (where applicable)
• Legal Obligation: To comply with laws and regulations

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Stripe (payment processing), OpenAI (AI report generation), hosting providers
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

6. Your Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or UK, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

7. Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and remember your preferences. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Essential cookies are necessary for the Service to function and cannot be disabled.

8. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and comply with legal obligations. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the EEA. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses.

11. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Company: StartMadeSimple Ltd