Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 27, 2026

Introduction

FundedStart is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services. Please read this policy carefully. By using FundedStart, you consent to the practices described herein.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

Full name and date of birth
Email address
Phone number
Residential address
Government-issued identification (for KYC verification)
Payment and billing information
Social media handles (if provided)

Automatically Collected Information

When you access our platform, we may automatically collect:

IP address and geolocation data
Browser type and version
Operating system
Device identifiers
Pages visited and time spent on each page
Referring website or source
Clickstream data and interaction patterns

Simulation Performance Data

We collect data related to your simulated trading activities, including but not limited to trade history, account metrics, strategy patterns, risk parameters, and performance statistics. This data is used for evaluation, platform improvement, and compliance monitoring.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Create and manage your account
Process transactions and deliver purchased services
Verify your identity through KYC procedures
Evaluate your simulated trading performance
Communicate with you about your account, updates, and promotions
Improve our platform, services, and user experience
Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, or violations of our terms
Comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
Generate anonymized analytics and reporting

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

Contractual necessity — To perform our obligations under our Terms and Conditions
Consent — Where you have given explicit consent for specific processing activities
Legitimate interests — For fraud prevention, platform security, and service improvement
Legal obligation — To comply with applicable laws and regulations

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:

Service providers — Third-party vendors that help us operate (payment processors, KYC verification providers, hosting services, analytics tools)
Affiliated entities — Companies within our corporate group for operational purposes
Legal authorities — When required by law, subpoena, or legal process
Business transfers — In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

All third parties are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the purposes for which it was shared.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. We may also retain data to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Typically, account data is retained for a minimum of 5 years after account closure.

Anonymized and aggregated data that cannot identify you may be retained indefinitely for analytical and statistical purposes.

Data Security

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

SSL/TLS encryption for data in transit
Encryption at rest for sensitive data
Access controls and role-based permissions
Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
Secure data centers with physical access controls

While we take reasonable measures to protect your data, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

Access — Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
Rectification — Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
Erasure — Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
Restriction — Request limitation of processing in certain circumstances
Portability — Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
Objection — Object to processing based on legitimate interests
Withdraw consent — Withdraw previously given consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at support@fundedstart.com. We will respond within 30 days.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including standard contractual clauses and data processing agreements, to protect your data during international transfers.

Children's Privacy

FundedStart is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access through our platform.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a revised date. Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

FundedStart

Email: support@fundedstart.com