This Privacy Policy outlines how we handle the information you provide to us, whether you’re browsing our site, signing up for our services, or interacting with our team. We are committed to maintaining transparency about how we collect, use, and share data and ensuring that your personal information is handled in accordance with industry standards and applicable regulations. By using our services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Privacy Policy
At Outsome, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, apply to our programs, or interact with our community.
Last updated: March 2026
1. Information We Collect
To operate our programs and support founders, we collect certain information when you interact with Outsome.
This may include:
Personal Information
Information you voluntarily provide, such as:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Company name
- Job title or founder role
- Startup details (industry, traction, funding stage, etc.)
This information may be collected when you:
- Apply to programs such as Founder Sprint or US Track
- Register for events, workshops, or mentorship sessions
- Contact our team
- Join the Outsome community
Usage & Technical Data
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect technical data such as:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Pages visited and time spent on site
This information helps us understand how visitors use our platform and improve the experience.
We may collect this data through cookies, server logs, or analytics tools.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to operate and improve Outsome’s programs and community.
This may include:
- Reviewing applications for Outsome programs
- Communicating with founders, mentors, and partners
- Organizing events, workshops, and mentorship sessions
- Sending updates about programs, opportunities, and community events
- Improving our website and services
- Analyzing usage trends to better support founders
If you opt into communications, we may send occasional newsletters, event invitations, or program updates.
Outsome does not sell personal information to third parties.
We only use the data necessary to provide our services and operate our programs.
3. Sharing Information
In some cases, we may share limited information with trusted partners when it is necessary to operate our programs.
This may include:
- Mentors participating in Outsome programs
- Investors attending demo days or founder events
- Service providers that help us operate our platform
- Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law
When founders participate in Outsome programs, certain information about their startup may be shared with mentors, investors, or program partners as part of the program experience.
We take reasonable steps to ensure this information is handled responsibly.
4. Your Rights
You have the right to control your personal data.
Depending on applicable laws, you may request to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal data
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications
- File a complaint with a relevant data protection authority
To exercise these rights, please contact us directly.
5. Security and Data Retention
We take the security of your information seriously.
Outsome implements appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
While no system can guarantee absolute security, we continuously work to improve our security practices.
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to operate our programs, maintain records, and comply with legal obligations.
6. Third-Party Tools and External Links
Our website and programs may rely on third-party tools such as:
- Analytics platforms
- Email communication tools
- Event management tools
- Application platforms
These tools may collect certain data independently according to their own privacy policies.
Our website may also include links to external sites. Outsome is not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our services, legal obligations, or operational practices.
When updates are made, the revision date at the top of this page will be updated.
We encourage users to review this page periodically.
Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us:
Outsome
US Office
651 N Broad St, Suite 201
Middletown, DE 19709
United States
Korea Office
263 Central-ro, Yeonsu-gu
Incheon, Republic of Korea
Email: info@outsome.co
