Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us

Last Updated: July 24, 2026

Introduction

Crunchbase, Inc. ("we," "our," or "us") 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 our website or services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Fill out contact forms on our website
  • Subscribe to our newsletter or communications
  • Request information about our services
  • Communicate with us via email, phone, or other means

Personal Information may include:

  • Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
  • Company name and job title
  • Messages or inquiries you send to us
  • Any other information you choose to provide

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
  • To send you information about our services you have requested
  • To communicate with you about updates, newsletters, or other information (with your consent)
  • To improve our website and services based on user feedback
  • To comply with legal obligations
  • To protect our rights and the safety of our users

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal information based on:

  • Consent: When you have given explicit consent for specific purposes
  • Contract: When processing is necessary to fulfill a contract with you
  • Legitimate Interest: When we have a legitimate business interest that does not override your rights
  • Legal Obligation: When we must comply with applicable laws

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting our business (e.g., FormSubmit.co for form processing)
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred
  • Protection: We may disclose information to protect our rights, safety, or property

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to satisfy legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.

7. Your Rights

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

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Restriction: Request we restrict processing of your information
  • Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
  • Objection: Object to processing of your information in certain circumstances
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. You can control cookies through your browser settings and our cookie consent tool. For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

10. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

11. International Data Transfers

If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers are located. By using our website, you consent to this transfer.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

13. Contact Information

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

Crunchbase, Inc.
564 Market St
San Francisco, CA 94104
United States
Phone: +1 (915) 312-9520
Email: contact@crunch-base.org

14. Supervisory Authority

For users in the European Union, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe we have violated your data protection rights.