Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 21, 2026

1. Introduction

Startup Lab 24 LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates startuplab24.com (“the Service”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or submit an application.

2. Information We Collect

Information you provide:

  • Application data: Name, email address, school, major, graduation year, skills, portfolio links, and any message you submit when applying for an internship
  • Contact information: Any information you voluntarily provide when reaching out to us

Information collected automatically:

  • Usage data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, referring URLs
  • Device information: Browser type, operating system, and IP address

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Review and evaluate internship applications
  • Contact you regarding the status of your application
  • Improve our website and application process
  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not use your information for marketing or advertising purposes without your explicit consent.

4. Data Storage and Security

Application data is stored securely in a database hosted on our servers. We implement appropriate technical measures to protect your information, including:

  • Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
  • Restricted access to application data (founder only)
  • Cloudflare for DDoS protection and secure delivery

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We do not share your application data with third parties except:

  • When required by law, court order, or government request
  • With email service providers solely to deliver application confirmation emails (e.g. Gmail/SMTP)
  • With Google Sheets for internal application tracking (restricted to the founder)

6. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may process your data:

  • Cloudflare: Content delivery and security
  • Google: Email delivery and application tracking via Sheets

Each operates under its own privacy policy. We encourage you to review them.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of the information we hold about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your application data
  • Opt-out: Opt out of any communications from us

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at imahmood@startuplab24.com.

8. Data Retention

Application data is retained for up to 12 months after submission. If you are not selected for an internship, your data is deleted after this period unless you request earlier deletion. Anonymized, aggregated data may be retained indefinitely for reporting purposes.

9. Cookies

This website uses only essential cookies required for basic functionality. We do not use tracking or advertising cookies. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

10. Children's Privacy

This Service is intended for university students and is not directed at individuals under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will update the “Last updated” date when changes are made. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance.

12. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact:

Startup Lab 24 LLC
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Email: imahmood@startuplab24.com