Who We Are – Empowering Dreams, Defying Limits
At Smart Founders™, we began as a dynamic thinking tank, fueled by a passion for empowering visionary minds and turning groundbreaking ideas into reality. Our journey started with the mission of helping people launch their dreams without the constraints of financial barriers. As we honed our expertise, we discovered a powerful truth – the real magic happens when ideas are supported by the perfect blend of innovation and investment.
Media:
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- Media Uploads: Smart Founders™ may allow users to upload media files, such as images or videos, in the course of using our products and services.
- Responsibility: Users are solely responsible for the media they upload and must ensure that they have the necessary rights and permissions to do so.
- Usage of Media: By uploading media to Smart Founders™, users grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, display, and distribute the media for the purpose of providing our products and services.
- Moderation: Smart Founders™ reserves the right to moderate and remove any media that violates our Terms of Service, contains offensive content, or infringes upon the rights of others.
Comments:
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An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment.
- User Comments: Smart Founders™ may allow users to post comments, feedback, or reviews on our platform.
- Responsibility: Users are solely responsible for the content of their comments and must adhere to our community guidelines and Terms of Service.
- Publicly Viewable: User comments may be publicly viewable on our platform, and users should exercise caution when sharing personal or sensitive information.
- Moderation: Smart Founders™ reserves the right to moderate and remove comments that violate our guidelines or contain inappropriate or offensive content.
Login:
- Account Creation: Users may be required to create an account with Smart Founders™ to access certain products and services.
- Login Credentials: Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their login credentials and should not share them with others.
- Account Security: Smart Founders™ takes reasonable measures to secure user accounts; however, users must also take steps to protect their accounts from unauthorized access.
- Unauthorized Access: If users suspect unauthorized access to their accounts, they should notify Smart Founders™ immediately.
Cookies:
- Cookie Usage: Smart Founders™ may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, gather non-personal information, and improve our website’s performance.
- Consent: By using our website, users consent to the use of cookies as described in our Cookie Policy.
- Opt-Out: Users may adjust their browser settings to manage or block cookies; however, this may affect certain functionalities of our website.
- Third-Party Cookies: Smart Founders™ may allow third-party service providers to use cookies on our website. Users should review the third-party’s privacy policy for more information on their cookie practices.
Embedded content from other websites:
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website.
These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.
At Smart Founders™, we are committed to safeguarding the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the data we collect from our clients. By engaging with our products and services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect:
- Personal Information: We may collect personal information, including but not limited to your name, email address, contact details, and payment information when you sign up for our products or services.
- User-Generated Data: When using our platform, you may provide responses, questions, and other data that are relevant to your fundraising journey.
- Website Usage Data: We may collect non-personal information about your interaction with our website, such as IP addresses, browser types, and device information, through cookies and similar technologies.
How We Use Your Information:
- Personalization: We use the information you provide to tailor our products and services to meet your unique needs and preferences.
- Communication: We may use your contact information to send you updates, promotional materials, or important notices related to our products and services.
- Grading and Assessment: The user-generated data is used to grade assessments and provide personalized feedback to enhance your fundraising strategies.
- Website Optimization: Website usage data helps us optimize our website and improve user experience.
Information Sharing and Disclosure:
- Third-Party Service Providers: We may share your personal information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in delivering our products and services.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information when required to comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests from authorities.
Data Security:
- We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
- However, please note that no data transmission over the internet is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.
Data Retention:
- We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected.
- User-generated data may be retained for the purpose of providing revision or retake options, as per our refund policy.
Your Choices:
- You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information by contacting our support team at support@smartfounders.com.
- You can opt-out of receiving promotional communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails.
Children’s Privacy:
- Our products and services are not intended for children under 18 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them.
Changes to Privacy Policy:
- We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices. The revised policy will be posted on our website.
Contact Us:
- For any questions or concerns regarding our privacy practices, please contact us at:Email: support@smartfounders.com
Conclusion:
At Smart Founders™, we are committed to maintaining the confidentiality of your personal information. This Privacy Policy aims to be transparent about how we collect, use, and protect your data. By engaging with our products and services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy. Your trust and satisfaction are of utmost importance to us, and we strive to adhere to the highest standards of privacy and security.