Welcome to Techpolyp.
At Techpolyp, we spotlight Nigeria and Africa’s most promising startups — their journeys, their products, and the impact they’re creating across the continent. From early-stage ideas to fast-scaling ventures, we tell human stories about innovation. And just like the founders we feature, we believe in transparency.
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, and how we protect it when you visit startup.techpolyp.com.
If you ever have questions, you can reach us at: [email protected]
1. The Information We Collect
We collect information in a few straightforward ways.
a) Information You Provide Voluntarily
You may share personal information with us when you:
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Submit a startup for spotlight consideration
- Contact us via email or forms
- Comment on articles or forum(if enabled)
This may include:
- Your name
- Email address
- Company/startup name
- Website or social media links
- Any message or details you choose to provide
We only collect what is reasonably necessary to respond to you or provide the service you requested.
b) Information Collected Automatically
When you browse Techpolyp, certain technical information is collected automatically through standard web technologies, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Referring website
This data helps us understand how readers engage with our content and how we can improve the site experience.
c) Cookies and Similar Technologies
We may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to:
- Improve site performance
- Analyze traffic and user behavior
- Remember user preferences
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Respond to inquiries and submissions
- Curate and publish startup features (with your permission)
- Send newsletters or updates (if you subscribed)
- Improve site performance and content quality
- Monitor and prevent abuse or security risks
We do not sell your personal information. Ever.
3. Startup Submissions & Public Information
If you submit your startup for a feature:
- We may publish information you intentionally provide for public visibility.
- We may edit content for clarity, structure, or style.
- We will not publish sensitive or private details without your consent.
Please only submit information you are comfortable being publicly accessible.
4. Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party tools to operate Techpolyp, such as:
- Website analytics providers
- Email newsletter platforms
- Hosting providers
These service providers may process limited information on our behalf, strictly to support site operations. They are contractually obligated to safeguard your data.
We may also link to external websites when referencing startups, funding announcements, or ecosystem updates. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third-party sites.
5. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:
- Fulfill the purpose for which it was collected
- Comply with legal obligations
- Maintain internal records
If you wish to have your information removed, contact us and we will process your request within a reasonable timeframe.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request corrections
- Request deletion
- Withdraw consent (where applicable)
To exercise any of these rights, email: [email protected]
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect your information. While no system is 100% secure, we take practical steps to prevent unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.
8. Children’s Privacy
Techpolyp is not directed at children under the age of 13 (or the applicable age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
If we discover that such information has been collected inadvertently, we will promptly delete it.
9. International Visitors
Techpolyp primarily serves readers and founders across Nigeria and Africa, but our site may be accessed globally. By using the site, you understand that your information may be processed in jurisdictions where our hosting or service providers operate.
10. Changes to This Policy
As Techpolyp grows — just like the startups we feature — this Privacy Policy may evolve. When we make meaningful updates, we will revise the “Last updated” date at the top of this page.
We encourage you to review this page periodically.
11. Contact Us
Transparency matters to us.
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding your privacy:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://startup.techpolyp.com
Techpolyp exists to amplify innovation across Africa. We treat your data with the same respect we give to the founders who trust us with their stories.
Your privacy is not a product. It’s a responsibility.