Last updated: April 11th 2025

 

 

Welcome to StartUSA.no. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information about visitors and users of our website and services.

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1. Who We Are
StartUSA Inc. is a business development platform helping Scandinavian companies scale and succeed in the United States. Our website, www.startusa.no, serves as a hub for information, services, and tools for our members and visitors.

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2. What Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

• Contact information (such as name, email, phone number)

• Company information (such as company name, size, industry)

• Technical data (such as IP address, browser type, pages visited)

• Usage data (information about how you use our site and services)

• Any other information you voluntarily submit via forms or email

3. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data to:

• Provide and improve our services

• Communicate with you about your inquiry or membership

• Send relevant updates, newsletters, or invitations

• Analyze usage of our website to enhance user experience

• Comply with legal obligations

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4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

• Your consent

• The necessity of the data for contractual purposes

• Our legitimate interest in operating and improving the platform

• Compliance with legal obligations

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5. Sharing of Data
We do not sell your personal data. We may share your data with trusted third parties, such as:

• Technology service providers who help us operate the website

• Business partners and advisors, if relevant to your inquiry or membership

• Authorities, if required by law

• All third parties are bound by confidentiality and data protection agreements.

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6. International Transfers
As a Norwegian-American platform, some data may be stored or processed in the United States. In such cases, we ensure adequate protection through standard contractual clauses or other appropriate safeguards.

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7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law.

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8. Your Rights
As a data subject, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you

• Request correction or deletion of your data

• Object to or restrict certain types of processing

• Withdraw your consent at any time

• To exercise your rights, please contact us at contact@startusa.no.

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9. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to improve functionality and gather anonymous analytics. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. See our [Cookie Policy] for more details. (link if applicable)

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10. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or our data practices, please contact:

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StartUSA Inc.
Email: contact(at)startusa.no
Website: www.startusa.no