Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how Startercult (“Startercult,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, shares, and protects information when you visit our website, contact us, subscribe to updates, or submit content for review and possible publication.
Information we collect
We collect information in two ways: information you provide directly and information collected automatically when you use the site.
Information you provide may include your name, email address, and any details you include when you contact us. If you submit an article or other materials, we collect the content you submit along with any author information you choose to provide (such as a display name and short bio).
When you browse the site, we and our service providers may automatically collect certain device and usage information, such as your IP address, browser type, pages viewed, referring/exit pages, and general interaction data. We may also collect approximate location based on IP address. This information is used primarily for site operations, analytics, performance, and security.
Cookies and similar technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to help the website function, remember preferences, understand how the site is used, and reduce spam and abuse. You can control cookies through your browser settings and may be able to delete existing cookies. If you disable cookies, some features of the site may not work properly.
How we use your information
We use information to operate and improve Startercult, to respond to messages, and to manage submissions and moderation. If you subscribe, we use your email address to send updates, and you can unsubscribe at any time by using the link in our emails. We also use information for security purposes, to prevent fraud and abuse, and to comply with legal obligations or enforce our terms.
How we share information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with trusted service providers who help us run the site (for example, hosting, analytics, email delivery, and spam prevention). We may also share information if required by law, to respond to lawful requests, or to protect the rights, safety, and security of Startercult and our users. If Startercult is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
Public content and submissions
If you submit content for publication, please remember that approved submissions may become public, including the author name or bio you provide. Do not include sensitive personal information in content you submit for review.
Data retention
We keep information for as long as reasonably necessary to operate the site and fulfill the purposes described in this policy. This may include keeping records related to submissions, moderation decisions, security, and compliance.
Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures designed to protect information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children’s privacy
Startercult is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information to us, please contact us so we can delete it.
Your privacy choices
Depending on where you live, you may have certain rights to request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information. You can also opt out of marketing emails at any time by unsubscribing. To make a privacy request, contact us using the details below.
Third-party links
Our site may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the updated version on this page and update the effective date above.
Contact us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to make a privacy-related request, contact us at: info@startercult.com.
