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Effective Date: November 16, 2025

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Little Hellos LLC, a limited liability company registered in Ohio, collects, uses, protects, and shares information when you interact with Ohio Deal Portal (“ODP”), a brand and business of Little Hellos LLC, including its website (www.ohiodealportal.com), mobile application, newsletters, briefings, analytics, founder-submission forms, or related services (collectively, the “Service”).

By using the Service, you agree to the data practices described in this Policy.

1. Information We Collect

A. Subscribers & Members

If you subscribe to the ODP newsletter or join the ODP Membership Program, we may collect:

  • Email address
  • Name (if provided)
  • Payment information (processed securely by third-party platforms such as Substack or Stripe; ODP does not store full payment details)
  • Engagement metrics (open rates, clicks, preferences)
  • Membership details (interests, selected startup categories, matching preferences)

B. Website & App Users

If you interact with the website or mobile application, we may collect:

  • Profile information (name, email, role, company)
  • Startup submissions (metrics, descriptions, self-reported data, pitch decks, links)
  • Deal updates or voluntary information submitted via forms

C. Analytics Data

We collect usage data through analytics providers (e.g., Substack, WordPress, Google Analytics, or similar tools), including:

  • Page views & site navigation
  • Link clicks & reading patterns
  • Device type, browser type, IP address (for security)
  • Engagement behavior inside newsletters or briefings
  • Submission metadata (e.g., timestamps)

Where possible, analytics data is anonymized or aggregated.

D. Information You Voluntarily Provide

This may include:

  • Email correspondence
  • Contact form submissions
  • Founder updates
  • Membership inquiries
  • Uploaded files, links, or attachments

2. How We Use Your Information

Little Hellos LLC uses collected information to:

  • Deliver newsletters, briefings, and curated updates
  • Operate the ODP Membership Program, including matching members with relevant startups when appropriate
  • Publish, summarize, or reference startup-submitted information, consistent with our Disclaimer and Terms
  • Analyze usage patterns to improve content, accuracy, and relevance
  • Improve ODP editorial standards, data structure, and platform functionality
  • Process payments (via third-party processors)
  • Respond to inquiries, requests, or support needs
  • Maintain security and integrity of the Service
  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not use personal data for automated decision-making or profiling unrelated to ODP’s services.

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share limited information only in the following circumstances:

A. Service Providers

We rely on trusted third-party providers—including Substack, Stripe, WordPress, and analytics platforms—to operate the Service. These providers may receive access to your information solely to perform services for ODP and are bound by confidentiality obligations.

B. Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, subpoena, or court order, or if necessary to:

  • Protect Little Hellos LLC
  • Safeguard the Service
  • Maintain security
  • Prevent fraud or unlawful activity

C. Internal Use for Matching

Membership Program data may be used internally to match members with startups or opportunities.
Data is never shared externally without your explicit consent.

D. Aggregated or Anonymized Data

ODP may use aggregated or anonymized data for:

  • Editorial analysis
  • Trend reporting
  • Research
  • Internal dashboards

Such data does not identify individual users.

4. Founder & Startup Submissions

If you submit a startup profile, pitch deck, metrics, or updates:

  • You affirm the information is accurate to the best of your knowledge.
  • You confirm you have the right to submit it.
  • You grant Little Hellos LLC permission to summarize, reference, publish, or analyze the information.
  • We may use submission data in aggregated or anonymized form.

We do not guarantee publication of any submission.

If founders submit confidential information, they must clearly designate it, and ODP must accept such designation in writing.

5. Data Storage & Security

Your data may be stored via:

  • Substack (newsletter subscribers)
  • WordPress or hosting providers (website users)
  • Third-party payment processors (Stripe, Substack)
  • Internal Little Hellos LLC systems

We implement reasonable safeguards to protect personal information.
However, no online system can guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

You may:

  • Unsubscribe from newsletters at any time
  • Opt out of non-essential communications
  • Request access, correction, or deletion of your personal data (subject to legal or operational requirements)
  • Request details on how your data is used

Submit requests to: paulysuchy@gmail.com.

If you are in a jurisdiction with additional privacy rights (e.g., CCPA), you may contact us to exercise those rights.

7. Retention

We retain data only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide the Service
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Maintain accurate records for operational integrity

You may request deletion of personal data at any time.

8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

The Service may use cookies, tracking pixels, analytics tools, or similar technologies to:

  • Improve performance
  • Understand usage patterns
  • Personalize content
  • Maintain security

You may adjust your browser settings to block cookies, though this may affect functionality.

9. Third-Party Links

The Service may contain links to third-party platforms (e.g., Substack, startup websites, investor sites).
This Privacy Policy applies only to Little Hellos LLC and ODP.
Third-party sites have their own policies that you should review.

10. Children’s Privacy

The Service is not intended for individuals under 18.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
If you believe such data was submitted, contact us immediately at paulysuchy@gmail.com.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Little Hellos LLC may update this Policy from time to time.
Significant changes will be communicated via:

  • The Service
  • Newsletter notice
  • Email message (if applicable)

Your continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.

12. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or requests, contact:

Little Hellos LLC (Owner of Ohio Deal Portal)
Email: paulysuchy@gmail.com
Website: www.ohiodealportal.com

Last Updated: November 16, 2025