Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 15, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Ascend Net Solutions, LLC ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you use StarFlywheel ("Service"). By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

StarFlywheel is a product of Ascend Net Solutions, LLC. This Privacy Policy applies to your use of StarFlywheel and is provided by Ascend Net Solutions, LLC.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us and information that is automatically collected when you use our Service.

1.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you provide when you:

  • Create an account (name, email address, password, business information)
  • Use our Service (customer data, review request templates, campaign settings)
  • Contact us for support (email address, messages, and any information you choose to provide)
  • Subscribe to our Service (billing information, payment details)

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use our Service, we automatically collect certain information, including:

  • Usage Data: How you interact with our Service, features used, pages visited, and time spent
  • Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
  • Log Data: Server logs, error reports, and diagnostic information
  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to track activity and store preferences

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our Service and its features
  • Process your transactions and manage your subscription
  • Send review requests to your customers on your behalf
  • Communicate with you about your account, our Service, and important updates
  • Respond to your inquiries, comments, and support requests
  • Monitor and analyze usage patterns and trends to improve user experience
  • Detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, or security concerns
  • Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service
  • Send you marketing communications (with your consent, where required by law)

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

3.1 Service Providers

We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:

  • Payment processing (Stripe)
  • Email delivery services (Resend)
  • SMS messaging services (Twilio)
  • Cloud hosting and infrastructure providers
  • Analytics and monitoring services

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and may only use it for the purposes we specify.

3.2 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control of your personal information.

3.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, subpoenas).

3.4 Protection of Rights

We may share information when we believe it is necessary to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or others.

3.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information with your explicit consent or at your direction.

4. Customer Data

When you use StarFlywheel to send review requests, you may provide us with information about your customers (such as names, email addresses, and phone numbers). This information is used solely to:

  • Send review requests on your behalf
  • Track the status of review requests
  • Provide you with analytics and insights

You are responsible for ensuring you have the necessary permissions and legal basis to share your customers' information with us. We act as a data processor for this information and process it only in accordance with your instructions and this Privacy Policy.

We do not use your customer data for our own marketing purposes or share it with third parties except as necessary to provide the Service (e.g., sending emails through our email service provider).

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our Service and store certain information. Cookies are files with a small amount of data that may include an anonymous unique identifier.

We use cookies for:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for the Service to function properly (authentication, security)
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our Service
  • Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our Service.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security assessments and updates
  • Access controls and authentication requirements
  • Secure data storage and backup procedures

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide the Service, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Specifically:

  • Account Information: Retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period after account closure
  • Customer Data: Retained as long as you use the Service and for a reasonable period after account closure, unless you request earlier deletion
  • Usage Data: Retained for analytics purposes, typically for up to 2 years
  • Legal Requirements: Some information may be retained longer if required by law

When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Portability

You can access and download your personal information through your account settings or by contacting us.

Correction

You can update your account information at any time through your account settings.

Deletion

You can request deletion of your account and personal information by contacting us. We will honor your request subject to legal obligations.

Opt-Out

You can opt out of marketing communications by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us.

Do Not Track

Our Service does not respond to "Do Not Track" signals. However, you can control cookies through your browser settings.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@starflywheel.com. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without verification of parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country.

By using our Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to facilities located outside your country. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your information receives adequate protection in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • The right to know what personal information we collect, use, and share
  • The right to delete your personal information
  • The right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
  • The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@starflywheel.com.

12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

  • Right of Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we process your data
  • Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
  • Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@starflywheel.com. We will respond within one month.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

For material changes, we will provide additional notice, such as sending you an email notification or displaying a prominent notice on our Service.

You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Ascend Net Solutions, LLC

StarFlywheel is a product of Ascend Net Solutions, LLC

Email: hello@starflywheel.com

Support: support@starflywheel.com