Last updated: May 2026
Overview
ConsultWithKrishna, operated by Ksoft Technologies, is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard the personal information you provide when applying for our Startup Mentorship Program through this website.
By submitting an application, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
When you submit a mentorship application, we collect the following information:
- Full name, email address, and phone number
- Startup name, website URL, and LinkedIn profile
- Startup stage, industry, and business details
- Responses to assessment questions including problem statement, traction, team background, funding status, challenges, and mentorship goals
We do not collect payment information, government IDs, or any sensitive personal data beyond what is listed above.
How We Use Your Information
The information you provide is used solely for the following purposes:
- Reviewing and evaluating your mentorship application
- Communicating with you about your application status
- Scheduling and conducting mentorship sessions if selected
- Sending program-related updates and announcements
- Improving our application and selection process
We will never use your information for unsolicited marketing, sell it to third parties, or share it with advertisers.
Email Communications
Upon submitting your application, you will receive:
- An automatic confirmation email acknowledging receipt of your application
- Follow-up communication from our team regarding your application outcome
- Mentorship-related correspondence if you are selected
You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time by replying to any email with "Unsubscribe" in the subject line.
Data Storage & Security
Your application data is transmitted securely via HTTPS. Notification emails are processed through SendGrid, a trusted email delivery platform, which maintains its own data security and privacy standards.
We retain your application data for a maximum of 12 months from the date of submission, after which it is permanently deleted unless an active mentorship relationship is ongoing.
Access to submitted applications is strictly limited to Krishna and authorised members of the Ksoft Technologies team involved in the selection process.
Third-Party Services
This website uses the following third-party services:
- SendGrid — for transactional email delivery of application confirmations and notifications
- Google Fonts — for typography rendering (Inter typeface)
These services may process limited technical data such as IP addresses and browser metadata as part of their standard operation. We do not share your application data with these providers beyond what is necessary for email delivery.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Request deletion of your data at any time
- Withdraw consent for us to process your data
- Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the address below. We will respond within 7 business days.
Cookies
This website does not use tracking cookies, analytics cookies, or advertising cookies. No cookie consent banner is required. The only local browser storage used is temporary session state for the multi-step application form, which is cleared when the browser tab is closed.
Children's Privacy
This program is intended for adult founders and entrepreneurs. We do not knowingly collect information from individuals under the age of 18. If we become aware that a minor has submitted an application, that data will be deleted immediately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page will reflect any revisions. Continued use of this website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
For any questions, data requests, or privacy concerns, please reach out:
