Privacy policy.

Privacy Policy
Last Updated: July 4, 2025

At the BasedVC Foundation (“Sublime Ventures”), we respect your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you interact with us through our website (https://sublimevc.com) newsletters, content platforms, and social media channels, or as a representative of a company we do business with.

By using our services, you agree to the terms described in this Privacy Policy.

1. What Information We Collect

We collect information that can identify you, including:

  • Contact Information (like email address)

  • Device & Usage Data (IP address, browser type, how you use our site)

  • Demographic Info (like gender or veteran status, if you provide it)

  • Location Data (based on your IP address)

  • Other Info You Share (such as when you email us)

2. How We Collect It

We gather information:

  • Directly from you (e.g., when you sign up for newsletters or communicate with us)

  • Automatically through cookies and similar technologies when you browse our site

  • From third-party partners, including analytics and advertising vendors

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

  • Provide and improve our website and communications

  • Send newsletters or updates (only if you opt in)

  • Understand how our content is used

  • Protect our business and comply with the law

We may also use aggregated or anonymized data for research and business purposes.

4. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tools to recognize you, improve our site, and understand how you interact with our content. You can manage cookie settings in your browser. At this time, we do not respond to “Do Not Track” signals.

5. When We Share Your Data

We may share your information with:

  • Service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, marketing tools)

  • Successors to our business (e.g., in a merger or acquisition)

These parties are required to protect your data and use it only for authorized purposes.

6. Data Security & Retention

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data. However, no method is 100% secure. We retain your information only as long as needed for business, legal, or operational reasons.

7. Your Rights

If you're a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

  • The right to access, correct, or delete your data

  • The right to know how your data is used and shared

  • The right not to be discriminated against for exercising your rights

To exercise your rights, contact us at hello@sublimevc.com.

8. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If we become aware that we have, we will delete it promptly.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we’ll post a notice on our site or notify you by email. Your continued use of our services means you agree to the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

Questions or concerns? Email us at hello@sublimevc.com.