Effective Date: June 26th, 2025

5am Startups LLC (dba "First Step Growth")(“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website https://firststepgrowth.com/.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, company name, and any other information voluntarily provided via forms or emails.
  

• Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device type, referring URLs, pages viewed, and time spent on the Site, collected via cookies or analytics tools.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Respond to inquiries or provide services

• Improve our website and marketing efforts

• Send relevant communications, such as newsletters or updates (only if you opt-in)

• Maintain internal records and comply with legal obligations

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share it with trusted service providers who help us operate our business, such as:

• Website hosting services

• Email marketing platforms

• Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)

These third parties are required to maintain the confidentiality of your information.

4. Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to analyze traffic and personalize content. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard measures to protect your data but cannot guarantee absolute security. No method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you

• Request correction or deletion of your data

• Withdraw consent for marketing communications

• File a complaint with a regulatory authority
  
  To exercise any of these rights, contact us at ernest@firststepgrowth.com.

7. Children's Privacy

Our Site and services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
ernest@firststepgrowth.com
5am Startups LLC (dba "First Step Growth"), 18122 Virginia Drive, Los Gatos, CA 95033