Privacy Policy

At Fund an Agent, operated by Cornerstone Innovations, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our Platform.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us, as well as information automatically collected through your use of the Platform:

Information You Provide:

• Account Information: Name, email address, and password when you create an account
• Profile Information: Optional biographical information, profile pictures, and links
• Campaign Information: Campaign descriptions, goals, milestones, and updates
• Contribution Information: Name, contribution amount, and optional messages
• Communications: Messages you send to us or other users through the Platform

Automatically Collected Information:

• Usage Data: Pages visited, campaigns viewed, time spent on the Platform, and click patterns
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience (see Section 5)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Platform Operations: To provide, maintain, and improve Fund an Agent's services
• Account Management: To create and manage your account, authenticate users, and provide customer support
• Campaign Management: To display campaigns, process contributions, and facilitate communication between creators and contributors
• Payment Processing: To process transactions through our payment processor (Stripe)
• Communications: To send you service announcements, campaign updates, and marketing communications (with your consent)
• Analytics: To understand how users interact with the Platform and improve our services
• Security: To detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, and security issues
• Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service

3. Payment Processing (Stripe)

All payment transactions on Fund an Agent are processed by Stripe, Inc., a third-party payment processor. We do not store your full credit card information on our servers.

When you make a contribution, Stripe collects and processes your payment information, including:

• Credit or debit card numbers
• Billing address
• Transaction details

Stripe's use of your personal information is governed by their Privacy Policy, available at stripe.com/privacy. We receive limited information from Stripe, such as confirmation of successful transactions and the last four digits of your card for display purposes.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

Public Information:

• Campaign information you create is publicly visible on the Platform
• Your name and contribution amount may be displayed publicly unless you choose to contribute anonymously
• Messages posted to campaign pages are publicly visible

Service Providers:

• We share information with trusted service providers who assist in operating our Platform (hosting, analytics, email delivery)
• These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the services they provide to us

Legal Requirements:

• We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental regulation
• We may disclose information to protect the rights, property, or safety of Fund an Agent, our users, or the public

Business Transfers:

• If Fund an Agent is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities and to personalize your experience on the Platform.

Types of cookies we use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the Platform to function properly (e.g., maintaining your login session)
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with the Platform (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of the Platform.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

• Account Information: Retained until you delete your account, plus a reasonable period for backup and legal compliance
• Campaign Data: Retained indefinitely to maintain historical records of campaigns
• Transaction Records: Retained for at least 7 years to comply with financial regulations
• Analytics Data: Typically aggregated and anonymized after 24 months

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, subject to certain legal exceptions
• Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing communications at any time
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used format
• Objection: Object to certain types of processing of your information

To exercise these rights, please contact us at information@cornerstone-innovations.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

8. Children's Privacy

Fund an Agent is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will notify you by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Effective Date"
• Sending an email notification to registered users (for significant changes)

Your continued use of the Platform after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

10. Contact

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

Cornerstone Innovations
Email: information@cornerstone-innovations.com

This Privacy Policy was last updated on March 1, 2026. We are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the trust you place in us.