Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2025

StratevAI ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website stratevai.com and use our services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

When you use StratevAI, we collect information that you voluntarily provide to us:

• Contact Information: Email address, name (optional)
• Business Survey Data: Business name, industry, location (city/state), target customers, products/services, pricing strategy, marketing channels, business goals, resources, challenges, current situation, business model type
• Payment Information: Processed securely through Stripe (we do not store full credit card details)
• Newsletter Subscription: Email address when you sign up for "Strategic Growth Insider"

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information:

• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, clicks, scrolling behavior
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, IP address
• Cookies: Small data files stored on your device (see Section 7)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

2.1 Service Delivery

• Generate Business Plans: Use your survey responses to create AI-powered, industry-tailored business plans
• Process Payments: Complete transactions through Stripe
• Deliver Products: Email your business plan PDF download link
• Customer Support: Respond to technical issues at support@stratevai.com

2.2 Marketing Communications

• Newsletter: Send weekly "Strategic Growth Insider" emails with AI business tips, case studies, and partnership opportunities
• Product Updates: Notify you about new features or services
• Promotional Offers: Send special discounts or limited-time offers (you can opt out anytime)

2.3 Analytics & Improvement

• Website Analytics: Understand how users interact with our website
• Product Improvement: Analyze survey data (anonymized) to improve AI plan quality
• A/B Testing: Test different website designs or copy to optimize conversions

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We only share your information in the following limited circumstances:

3.1 Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and services:

• Stripe: Payment processing (credit card transactions)
• Resend: Email delivery (newsletters, business plan delivery)
• OpenAI: AI-powered business plan generation (survey data sent to their API)
• Hosting Provider: Website hosting and data storage
• Analytics Services: Google Analytics for website usage tracking

All service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, subpoena, or court order, or to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect and defend our rights or property
• Prevent fraud or illegal activity
• Protect the safety of our users or the public

3.3 Business Transfers

If StratevAI is acquired, merged, or sells assets, your information may be transferred to the new owner. We will notify you via email before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption: All data transmitted between your browser and our servers uses SSL/TLS encryption (HTTPS)
• Secure Storage: Personal data is stored in encrypted databases with restricted access
• Payment Security: Credit card information is processed securely through Stripe (PCI-DSS compliant). We never store full credit card numbers
• Access Controls: Only authorized personnel have access to personal data, and only for legitimate business purposes

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations:

• Account Data: Retained while you use our services and for 7 years after your last transaction (tax/legal requirements)
• Newsletter Subscribers: Retained until you unsubscribe
• Survey Data: Retained indefinitely to improve AI models (anonymized after 2 years)
• Business Plans: Generated plans are delivered via email and not stored on our servers after delivery

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

6.1 Access & Portability

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format

6.2 Correction & Deletion

• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)

6.3 Marketing Opt-Out

• Unsubscribe: Click "Unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any marketing email
• Email Preferences: Contact support@stratevai.com to update your preferences

6.4 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, email us at: support@stratevai.com

Please include:

• Your name and email address
• Specific request (access, deletion, correction, etc.)
• Proof of identity (to protect your information)

We will respond within 30 days.

7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience:

7.1 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality (e.g., maintaining your session)
• Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics to track website usage and performance
• Marketing Cookies: Track conversions from ads (if you click on our paid ads)

7.2 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Block All Cookies: Browser settings → Privacy → Block all cookies
• Delete Cookies: Clear your browser's cache and cookies
• Opt-Out of Analytics: Install Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on

Note: Blocking essential cookies may impact website functionality.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., Instagram, partner resources). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.

9. Children's Privacy

StratevAI is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 18, please contact us at support@stratevai.com and we will promptly delete it.

10. International Users

StratevAI is based in the United States. If you are accessing our services from outside the U.S., please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.

By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and agree that U.S. law will govern the processing of your data.

10.1 GDPR (European Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your data
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent at any time
• Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Our legal basis for processing your data is:

• Contract Performance: To provide the services you purchased
• Legitimate Interest: To improve our services and send marketing (you can opt out)
• Consent: For newsletter subscriptions (you can unsubscribe anytime)

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Know: What personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell
• Delete: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to exceptions)
• Opt-Out: We do not sell your personal information, so no opt-out is necessary
• Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights

To exercise your rights, contact us at: support@stratevai.com

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• For significant changes, we will notify you via email or a prominent notice on our website
• Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.

By using StratevAI, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.