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Privacy Policy

How BrightCapital handles your information

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. It applies to the BrightCapital website and our related communications.

Last updated: February 24, 2026

Who we are

BrightCapital is a financial education and planning platform. For the purposes of data protection laws, BrightCapital is the data controller for information collected through this website.

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Information we collect

We collect information that you choose to provide and limited technical information needed to operate and secure the website.

Information you provide

When you contact us, we may collect your name, email, phone number (optional), message content, and any other details you include.

Technical and usage information

We may collect device type, browser type, approximate location (city or region), pages visited, and timestamps. This data helps us keep the site reliable and prevent abuse.

Cookie preferences

We store your cookie consent choice in your browser (accepted or rejected) to remember your preference.

How we use information

We use information for the following purposes, based on legitimate interests, your consent (where applicable), and to perform services you request.

  • Respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
  • Maintain website functionality, accessibility, and security.
  • Improve content quality and user experience, including performance metrics.
  • Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.

Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use essential cookies required for basic site operation and optional cookies for analytics when you consent.

Essential cookies

These support core features such as remembering your cookie preference and keeping the site secure.

Optional analytics cookies

If enabled, these help us understand traffic and improve content. You can reject optional cookies in the cookie banner.

To change your choice, clear your site data in the browser and refresh the page to see the banner again.

Sharing of information

We do not sell personal information. We may share information with service providers that help us operate the website and respond to you, such as email and hosting providers. These providers are permitted to use information only to perform services for us and must protect it.

We may also disclose information when required by law, in response to valid legal process, or to protect the rights, safety, and security of BrightCapital, our users, and the public.

Security and retention

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to respond to your request, provide services, maintain records, and meet legal obligations. Retention periods vary based on the type of data and the purpose for which it was collected.

Your rights and choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict the use of your personal information. You may also have the right to object to certain processing and to request a copy of your information.

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We may request verification before fulfilling certain requests.

Contact us about privacy

If you have questions about this policy, data handling, or cookie choices, contact our privacy mailbox or write to our office address.

Cookies

We use essential cookies to run the site and optional analytics cookies to improve performance. You can accept or reject optional cookies anytime.

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