Privacy Policy

Last updated: August, 2025

1. Introduction

At Starlust, your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal data. The website starlust.org is owned and operated by Scale Content Inc., a U.S.-based company headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware.

We are committed to handling your data in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), UK GDPR, California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), Canada’s PIPEDA, and other relevant international privacy frameworks. This policy aims to help you understand what data we collect, the reasons for collecting it, how long we keep it, and your rights and choices.

2. Who We Are

The data controller for personal data collected through this website is:

Scale Content Inc.

Wilmington, DE 19808, USA

For privacy-specific inquiries, you may contact us at: contact@scalecontentinc.com

3. What Data We Collect and Why

We collect various types of information depending on how you interact with our website. The types of data we may collect include:

a. Contact and Account Information

If you subscribe to our newsletter, leave a comment, or contact us directly, we may collect your name, email address, and any other information you choose to provide. This data is used to communicate with you, provide updates, and manage your account preferences. The legal basis for processing this data is consent or legitimate interest, depending on the context.

b. Device and Usage Data

When you visit our site, we automatically collect certain technical data such as your IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, pages visited, and referring URLs. This information helps us understand user behavior, detect fraud, and optimize performance. This type of data is processed under our legitimate interest in running and improving the website.

c. Transactional Information

If you make a purchase (such as merchandise or digital content), we may collect details such as your postal address, payment method (processed securely via a third-party gateway), and transaction history. This data is processed for the performance of a contract with you.

d. Marketing Preferences

We may collect and store information about your preferences regarding how and whether you receive marketing communications from us. This is done on the basis of your consent.

e. Children’s Data

We do not knowingly collect or store personal data from children under the age of 13 (or under 16 in some jurisdictions). If we become aware that such data has been collected, it will be promptly deleted.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies (like web beacons, pixels, and local storage) to enhance your experience, track website performance, personalize content, and serve targeted advertisements.

Some cookies are essential for the site to function properly, while others help us understand user behavior or tailor ads. For a complete breakdown of the cookies we use and how to control them, please review our dedicated Cookie Policy.

You may manage or disable cookies through your browser settings or through our on-site consent tool.

5. Advertising and Affiliate Relationships

This website is affiliated with CMI Marketing, Inc., doing business as Raptive, for the purposes of serving programmatic advertising. Raptive may collect and use certain data to provide targeted advertising on this site. To understand how Raptive collects and uses your data, please visit: https://raptive.com/creator-advertising-privacy-statement

In addition, we participate in affiliate marketing programs. This means that some of the links to third-party retailers on our site may earn us a commission if you make a purchase after clicking. These links are always clearly disclosed and do not influence our editorial decisions or product recommendations.

6. Data Sharing and International Transfers

We may share your data with carefully selected third-party vendors and partners who help us operate the website and deliver services. These may include:

  • Web hosting providers
  • Analytics platforms (such as Google Analytics)
  • Email service providers (like Mailchimp or ConvertKit)
  • Payment processors
  • Advertising and affiliate platforms (such as Raptive)

All vendors are contractually obligated to protect your data and act only under our instructions. If your data is transferred outside of your jurisdiction (for example, from the EU to the U.S.), we rely on Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent legal safeguards to ensure your rights remain protected.

We never sell your personal data.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights that include:

  • Accessing the data we hold about you
  • Correcting inaccurate or outdated information
  • Deleting your data entirely
  • Objecting to certain types of data processing
  • Withdrawing your consent, where applicable
  • Transferring your data to another service (data portability)
  • Filing a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise any of these rights, please contact privacy@scalecontentinc.com. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling your request.

8. Data Retention and Security

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. Retention periods vary based on the type of data and legal requirements.

We take security seriously. Your data is protected through a combination of TLS encryption, secure servers, access controls, and periodic reviews of our internal security practices. While no system can be 100% secure, we work diligently to keep your information safe.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal obligations. Any material updates will be clearly posted at the top of this page, and if appropriate, notified via email.

We encourage you to revisit this page regularly to stay informed about how we’re protecting your privacy.

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback about this policy or your data, please reach out to us at contact@scalecontentinc.com.