Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how IDAA LLC ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects information about users ("you" or "your") of the IDAAHub website and platform (collectively, the "Services"). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information you directly provide to us, including:

• Account Information: Name, email address, company name, job title, phone number, and password when you register for an account
• Profile Information: Professional details, company information, areas of interest, and other information you choose to add to your profile
• Communications: Information you provide when you contact us, participate in surveys, or engage with our community features
• Transaction Information: Payment details, billing address, and purchase history when you subscribe to our services
• User Content: Reviews, comments, ratings, and other content you submit through our platform

2.2 Information We Collect Automatically

When you access our Services, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Usage Data: Pages viewed, features used, search queries, interaction with AI startups, and time spent on the platform
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and mobile network information
• Location Data: General geographic location based on your IP address
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: Data collected through cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar tracking technologies, including LinkedIn Insight Tag, Google Analytics, and other advertising platform trackers (see Section 6)

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from:

• AI startups and vendors listed on our platform
• Business partners and service providers
• Social media platforms when you connect your accounts
• Publicly available sources and databases

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Platform Operations: To provide, maintain, and improve our Services, including the AI startup marketplace
• Account Management: To create and manage your account, authenticate users, and provide customer support
• Personalization: To customize your experience, provide relevant recommendations, and match you with appropriate AI solutions
• Communications: To send you updates, newsletters, marketing materials, and respond to your inquiries
• Analytics: To analyze platform usage, understand user behavior, and improve our Services
• Business Development: To facilitate connections between buyers and AI startups, manage partnerships, and support business transactions
• Security: To detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, security issues, and technical problems
• Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations, enforce our terms of service, and protect our rights

3A. Lead Generation and Marketing Communications

When you submit information through our lead generation forms (including forms on LinkedIn, social media platforms, or our website), we collect and use your information for the following specific purposes:

• Process Your Request: To respond to your inquiry and provide information about AI solutions relevant to your industry and business needs
• Business Connections: To connect you with AI startups and vendors that match your requirements and facilitate introductions
• Marketing Communications: To send you newsletters, updates, case studies, and promotional materials about our platform and featured AI solutions
• Event Invitations: To invite you to webinars, conferences, and networking events related to AI innovation
• Platform Updates: To notify you about new features, AI startups, and opportunities on IDAAHub

Your Consent and Control: By submitting a lead generation form, you consent to receive communications from IDAA LLC as described above. You maintain full control over your information and can:

• Opt out of marketing communications at any time by clicking "unsubscribe" in our emails
• Update your communication preferences by contacting us at contact.us@idaahub.com
• Request deletion of your information as described in Section 7 (Your Privacy Rights)

Data Sharing for Lead Generation: When you express interest in specific AI startups through our lead forms, we may share your contact information and inquiry details with those startups to facilitate business discussions. We only share information with startups you have explicitly shown interest in.

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 AI Startups and Vendors

When you express interest in or engage with AI startups on our platform, we may share relevant information to facilitate business connections and transactions.

4.2 Service Providers

We share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including:

• Payment processing and financial services
• Cloud hosting and data storage
• Email delivery and marketing automation
• Analytics and business intelligence
• Customer support tools
• Advertising and marketing platforms (including LinkedIn Ads, Google Ads)

4.3 Advertising Partners

We share information with advertising partners, including LinkedIn, to:

• Deliver targeted advertisements on third-party platforms
• Measure advertising campaign performance and conversions
• Create custom audiences and lookalike audiences
• Retarget visitors who have interacted with our platform

These partners may combine information we provide with other data they have collected about you.

4.4 Business Partners

We may share information with strategic partners, investors, and other businesses for legitimate business purposes with your consent.

4.5 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or in response to:

• Legal process, court orders, or government requests
• Enforcement of our Terms of Service or other agreements
• Protection of our rights, property, or safety, or that of others
• Investigation of fraud or security issues

4.6 Business Transfers

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

4.7 Aggregated or De-identified Data

We may share aggregated, anonymized, or de-identified data that cannot reasonably be used to identify you.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure authentication and access controls
• Regular security assessments and monitoring
• Employee training on data protection practices
• Incident response and breach notification procedures

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.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

IDAAHub uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and collect information about how you use our Services.

6.1 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for the platform to function properly
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
• Functionality Cookies: Enable personalized features and remember your preferences
• Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness through platforms including LinkedIn Ads, Google Ads, and other advertising networks

6.2 Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can choose to block or delete cookies, though this may affect your ability to use certain features of our Services.

6.3 Advertising and Analytics Platforms

We use third-party advertising and analytics services to help us understand how users interact with our Services and to deliver targeted advertising. These services may include:

• LinkedIn Insight Tag: We use LinkedIn's conversion tracking and analytics tools to measure the effectiveness of our LinkedIn advertising campaigns, understand how users arrive at our platform, and deliver personalized content. LinkedIn may collect information about your device, browsing activities, and interactions with our ads.
• Google Analytics: To analyze website traffic, user behavior, and platform performance
• Other Advertising Networks: We may use additional advertising platforms to reach potential users and measure campaign performance

These third-party services may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information. You can opt out of interest-based advertising through:

• LinkedIn ad settings: LinkedIn Advertising Preferences
• Digital Advertising Alliance: optout.aboutads.info
• Network Advertising Initiative: optout.networkadvertising.org

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

7.1 Access and Portability

You have the right to request access to your personal information and receive a copy in a portable format.

7.2 Correction

You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.

7.3 Deletion

You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions for legal compliance and legitimate business purposes.

7.4 Opt-Out Rights

You can opt out of:

• Marketing communications by clicking "unsubscribe" in our emails or updating your preferences
• Certain data collection through cookie settings
• Sale or sharing of personal information (where applicable under state privacy laws)

7.5 Non-Discrimination

We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

7.6 Exercising Your Rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 12. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our Services and fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy
• Comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements
• Maintain business records and analytics

When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with our data retention policies.

9. Children's Privacy

IDAAHub is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your jurisdiction. When we transfer information internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information in accordance with applicable law.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Sending you an email notification (for significant changes)

Your continued use of our Services after such modifications constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

13. Additional State-Specific Rights

13.1 California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including:

• Right to know what personal information is collected, used, and shared
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal information
• Right to correct inaccurate personal information
• Right to limit use of sensitive personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

13.2 Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Other State Residents

Residents of states with comprehensive privacy laws have similar rights to access, delete, and opt-out of certain data processing activities. Contact us to exercise these rights.