Privacy Policy
Included below:
- Privacy Policy
- Terms of Use
- Disclaimer
- Cookie Policy
Privacy Policy:
This Privacy Policy describes how The Tech Startup CMO (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you visit our website www.thetechstartupcmo.com and interact with our services. This privacy policy is UK and GDPR compliant.
Who we are
The Tech Startup CMO is a content platform based in the UK, focused on providing insights and resources related to marketing for tech startups.
Contact Email: hello@thetechstartupcmo.com
Data Controller: Martino Corbelli
Information we collect
When visitors leave comments on the site, if this feature is available, we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection.
An anonymised 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.
We may collect the following types of data:
- Personal Data: Name, email address (e.g., for newsletter sign-ups)
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device, operating system
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time on site, clickstream data
- Cookie Data: Session ID, preferences and behaviour tracking
How we use your information
- To send newsletters or updates (with your consent)
- To improve the performance and usability of our website
- To analyse traffic and usage patterns (via Google Analytics or similar)
- To comply with legal or regulatory obligations
Legal basis for processing
Our processing of your personal data is based on:
- Your consent (e.g., newsletter sign-up)
- Legitimate interests (e.g., understanding how the site is used)
- Legal obligations
Data sharing and third parties
We may share limited data with trusted third parties, including:
- Email marketing services (e.g., Mailchimp, MailPoet)
- Web analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Affiliate platforms (if applicable)
These services are required to process data under strict confidentiality and data security standards.
Cookies
See our Cookie Policy for detailed information on cookies we use and how you can control them.
Your rights
Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access, correct or delete your data
- Object to or restrict processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with the ICO
To exercise any of these rights, email us at: hello@thetechstartupcmo.com
Data retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to provide services or comply with applicable laws.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Terms of Use:
Please read these Terms of Use (“Terms”) carefully before using www.thetechstartupcmo.com, operated by The Tech Startup CMO (“we”, “us”, “our”). By accessing or using our site, you agree to be legally bound by these Terms.
Use of the site
You may use our content for personal, non-commercial purposes. Republishing, redistributing, or modifying any content without permission is prohibited.
Intellectual property and copyright
All site content, including text, graphics, videos, logos and digital downloads, is the property of The Tech Startup CMO, unless stated otherwise, or our licensors and protected by copyright laws. You may not copy, reproduce, transmit, distribute, download, or transfer any of the content without our express written permission.
No warranties
We provide content “as is”, without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information.
Limitation of liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use or inability to use our site.
Third-party links
Our website may include links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content or practices of those sites.
Changes to terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of the site after changes implies acceptance.
Disclaimer:
The content provided on The Tech Startup CMO is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice of any kind. The information provided on this blog is for general informational purposes only. While we strive to keep the information up-to-date and accurate, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability with respect to the blog or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the blog for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk.
Not financial, legal, business or marketing advice
While we may discuss topics like technology, strategy and marketing, we are not licensed professionals. You should consult a qualified expert before making decisions based on this content. This blog is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice. It is always essential to consult with qualified professionals for specific advice related to your individual circumstances.
No guarantee of results
We do not guarantee that applying any techniques or insights will achieve specific outcomes. Success depends on individual effort, industry context and many other factors.
Affiliate links and disclosure
Some links on this site may be affiliate links, meaning we earn a commission if you purchase through them. This helps support the site at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products we genuinely believe in and any commission does not affect the price you pay.
External links
We may link to third-party content for reference. We are not responsible for the reliability or content of external sites. Links to external websites are not provided or maintained by us. We do not guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of any information on these external websites. The inclusion of any links does not necessarily imply a recommendation or endorse the views expressed within them.
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.
Cookie Policy:
This Cookie Policy explains how The Tech Startup CMO (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies to recognise you when you visit our site: www.thetechstartupcmo.com.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small data files placed on your device that allow us to recognise and remember you. They help improve your user experience.
Types of cookies we use
- Essential cookies: Required for core functionality
- Performance cookies: Help us measure usage (e.g. Google Analytics)
- Functional cookies: Remember settings and preferences
- Marketing cookies: Used by advertising partners to show relevant ads
Managing cookies
You can adjust cookie settings through your browser or device. Disabling cookies may affect how the site functions.
Third-party cookies
We use trusted services like Google Analytics or HubSpot, Mailchimp etc. that may set cookies. Each provider has its own privacy and cookie policy.
Comments and content
If you leave a comment on our site you may opt-in to saving your name, email address and website in cookies. These are for your convenience so that you do not have to fill in your details again when you leave another comment. These cookies will last for one year.
If you visit our login page, we will set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.
When you log in, we will also set up several cookies to save your login information and your screen display choices. Login cookies last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year. If you select “Remember Me”, your login will persist for two weeks. If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.
If you edit or publish an article, an additional cookie will be saved in your browser. This cookie includes no personal data and simply indicates the post ID of the article you just edited. It expires after 1 day.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy as needed to reflect changes in technology or regulation.