Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 20/12/2025

StartupWired.com (“StartupWired”, “we”, “our”, “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard information when you visit or interact with our website.

StartupWired.com is a digital startup news platform and is part of Wiseup Media.

By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

a) Information You Provide Voluntarily

We may collect personal information when you:

  • Subscribe to our newsletter
  • Submit press releases or startup news
  • Contact us via forms or email
  • Request interviews or features

This may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Company name
  • Phone number (if provided)
  • Any information shared in your message or submission

b) Automatically Collected Information

When you visit StartupWired.com, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Referral source

This data is collected via cookies, analytics tools, and server logs.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide and improve our content and services
  • Respond to inquiries and submissions
  • Send newsletters and updates (only if subscribed)
  • Publish submitted content (with permission)
  • Analyze website traffic and performance
  • Maintain website security and prevent misuse

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

3. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

StartupWired.com uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve user experience
  • Track site performance and analytics
  • Understand content preferences

You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. Some features of the website may not function properly without cookies.

4. Email Communications

If you subscribe to our newsletter or alerts:

  • You may receive startup news, updates, or announcements
  • You can unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in emails

We follow responsible email practices and do not send spam.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party tools such as:

  • Analytics providers (e.g., traffic measurement)
  • Email marketing platforms
  • Advertising or sponsored content tools

These third parties may collect data in accordance with their own privacy policies. StartupWired is not responsible for third-party data practices.

6. External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of those websites.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect your information from:

  • Unauthorized access
  • Disclosure
  • Misuse

However, no method of data transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. User Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data
  • Request correction or deletion of your data
  • Withdraw consent for communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

9. Children’s Privacy

StartupWired.com is not intended for individuals under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

📧 Email: hello@wiseupmedia.com
🌐 Website: www.startupwired.com

StartupWired.com
A part of Wiseup Media