Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

LaunchBiz ("LaunchBiz," "we," "our," or "us") is a product operated by Mentis Vision. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the LaunchBiz website at launchbiz.app and the associated startup application at startup.launchbiz.app.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account information (name, email address, password)
• Company and business plan data you enter (idea descriptions, market research, financial assumptions, pitch deck content)
• Billing information processed by our payment provider
• Communications with us (support requests, feedback)

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Device information (browser type, operating system)
• Usage data (features used, pages visited)
• Log data (IP address, access times)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2.3 Information from Third Parties

• Google, when you choose to sign in with your Google account (we receive your name, email, and profile picture)
• Stripe, for payment processing

3. How We Use Your Information

• Provide, maintain, and improve LaunchBiz
• Process your purchase and provide lifetime access to the tools you paid for
• Generate AI-assisted business plan, pitch deck, and market research content from the inputs you provide
• Send technical notices, product updates, and support messages
• Respond to your questions and support requests
• Monitor usage and detect fraud or abuse

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service providers: Vendors that host our infrastructure, process payments (Stripe), authenticate users (Google OAuth), and deliver email
• AI providers: The content you generate is processed by third-party AI model providers solely to produce the output you requested
• Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With your consent: When you explicitly authorize sharing

5. Google User Data

When you sign in to LaunchBiz with Google, we receive your name, email address, and profile picture through Google's OAuth service. We use this data solely to authenticate you, create your account, and display your profile inside the product. We do not share this data with third parties except as required to provide the service, and we do not use it for advertising.

You can revoke LaunchBiz's access to your Google account at any time at myaccount.google.com/permissions.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your data, including:

• Encryption of data in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest
• Authentication using JWTs stored in httpOnly cookies
• Role-based access control
• Regular security monitoring

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.

8. Your Rights

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

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data
• Portability: Request your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Opt out of marketing communications
• Revoke consent: Withdraw consent for data processing

9. AI and Automated Processing

LaunchBiz uses artificial intelligence to help generate business plans, pitch decks, market research, and analytical frameworks (SWOT, PESTEL, Porter's Five Forces). AI-generated content is produced from the inputs you provide and is intended for your review. You are responsible for verifying the accuracy of any output before relying on it for business, financial, or legal decisions.

10. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to maintain your session, remember preferences, and analyze site usage. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

11. Children's Privacy

LaunchBiz is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in compliance with applicable laws.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.

14. Contact Us

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