Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 29, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to Disrupt500 ("we," "our," "us," or "Disrupt500"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use disrupt500.com.

Disrupt500 is operated as a sole proprietorship based in Ireland, serving users worldwide through our platform that showcases and lists innovative tools and products.

Contact: hello@disrupt500.com

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

When you submit a tool or interact with our platform, we collect:

  • Email address
  • Tool/website URL
  • Company/product name
  • Payment information (processed securely through Stripe)
  • Comments and additional information you voluntarily provide
  • Communication preferences

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

Our platform automatically collects:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information (type, operating system)
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Referral sources
  • Basic usage patterns
  • Geographic location (country level only)

2.3 Payment Information

  • All payments are processed by Stripe
  • We never store your full credit card details
  • We maintain transaction records for accounting purposes

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Primary Uses

  • Process your tool submissions
  • Handle payments and refunds
  • Send submission status updates
  • Review and list submitted tools
  • Respond to your inquiries
  • Maintain platform security

3.2 Additional Uses

  • Improve user experience
  • Analyze platform usage
  • Prevent fraud and abuse
  • Send service updates
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Third-Party Service Providers

We share information with:

  • Stripe (payment processing)
  • Formspree (form handling)
  • Analytics providers (basic usage data)

We may disclose information:

  • To comply with legal obligations
  • To protect our rights or property
  • To prevent fraud or abuse
  • In response to valid legal requests

4.3 Business Transfers

If Disrupt500 is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures:

  • HTTPS encryption
  • Secure payment processing
  • Regular security updates
  • Access controls
  • Secure form submission
  • Monitoring for suspicious activity

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Opt out of marketing communications
  • Request data portability
  • Withdraw consent

To exercise these rights, email hello@disrupt500.com. We'll respond within 30 days.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for:

  • Active listings: Duration of listing plus 6 months
  • Payment records: 7 years (tax requirements)
  • Communication records: 2 years
  • Analytics data: 26 months

8. International Users

We're based in Ireland but serve users globally. By using our service, you consent to data processing in Ireland and where our service providers operate. We ensure appropriate safeguards for international data transfers.

9. Children's Privacy

We don't knowingly collect data from users under 16. If you believe we have collected such data, contact us immediately.

See our separate Cookie Policy for detailed information about our use of cookies and similar technologies.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy occasionally. We'll notify you of significant changes by:

  • Email notification
  • Website notice
  • Service announcement

12. Contact Us

For privacy questions or concerns:

Response time: Within 2 business days

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