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Privacy Policy for AdsGoodwill.com

Effective Date: 05-27-2025
Last Updated: 05-27-2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to AdsGoodwill.com (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “AdsGoodwill”). This Privacy Policy explains how Goodwill Ads Agency (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal information when you visit our website at https://adsgoodwill.com, use our services, or interact with us in any way.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal information. This Privacy Policy applies to all information collected through our website, email communications, and any related services, sales, marketing, or events.

By accessing or using our website (https://adsgoodwill.com) and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the website or use our services.

For questions about our services or to schedule a consultation, please visit: https://adsgoodwill.com/contact-us/

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

Contact Information:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Company name and title
  • Mailing address
  • Website URL

Business Information:

  • Industry and business category
  • Company size and revenue
  • Current advertising spend and platforms
  • Marketing goals and objectives
  • Target audience demographics

Communication Records:

  • Content of emails, messages, and other communications
  • Call recordings (with your consent)
  • Meeting notes and consultation records
  • Support tickets and help requests

Service-Related Information:

  • Campaign performance data and analytics
  • Advertising account access credentials (securely encrypted)
  • Budget and billing information
  • Project timelines and deliverables

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information:

Technical Information:

  • IP address and location data
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Device information (mobile, desktop, tablet)
  • Screen resolution and display settings

Usage Information:

  • Pages visited and time spent on each page
  • Click-through rates and user interactions
  • Referral sources and traffic origins
  • Search terms used to find our website
  • Download and form submission data

Cookies and Tracking Technologies:

  • Session cookies for website functionality
  • Analytics cookies for performance measurement
  • Marketing cookies for advertising optimization
  • Preference cookies for user experience customization

2.3 Third-Party Information

We may receive information about you from third parties, including:

Marketing Platforms:

  • Google Ads and Google Analytics data
  • Facebook/Meta advertising platform information
  • LinkedIn advertising and professional data
  • Microsoft Advertising (Bing) platform data
  • Email marketing platform engagement data

Business Intelligence:

  • Industry reports and market research
  • Public business registration information
  • Professional networking platform data
  • Credit and financial verification services

Referral Sources:

  • Partner and affiliate referral information
  • Professional recommendation data
  • Industry conference and event attendee lists
  • Business directory and listing services

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Primary Business Purposes

Service Delivery:

  • Providing digital advertising and marketing services
  • Managing and optimizing advertising campaigns
  • Creating and implementing marketing strategies
  • Delivering reports and performance analytics
  • Providing customer support and technical assistance

Business Communication:

  • Responding to inquiries and consultation requests
  • Scheduling and conducting meetings and calls
  • Sending service updates and important notifications
  • Providing industry insights and recommendations
  • Processing contracts and service agreements

Account Management:

  • Creating and maintaining client accounts
  • Processing payments and managing billing
  • Tracking project progress and deliverables
  • Managing access to advertising platforms
  • Maintaining service level agreements

3.2 Marketing and Business Development

Educational Content:

  • Sending newsletters and industry updates
  • Providing marketing tips and best practices
  • Sharing case studies and success stories
  • Offering webinars and educational resources
  • Distributing white papers and research reports

Service Promotion:

  • Promoting new services and features
  • Sending information about special offers
  • Inviting to events and conferences
  • Requesting feedback and testimonials
  • Conducting market research surveys

3.3 Legal and Operational Purposes

Compliance and Legal:

  • Complying with applicable laws and regulations
  • Responding to legal requests and court orders
  • Protecting against fraud and security threats
  • Enforcing our terms of service and contracts
  • Maintaining accurate business records

Business Operations:

  • Analyzing website performance and user behavior
  • Improving our services and user experience
  • Conducting internal research and development
  • Managing business relationships and partnerships
  • Planning business strategy and growth

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Service Providers and Partners

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our business:

Technology Providers:

  • Website hosting and maintenance services
  • Email marketing and communication platforms
  • Customer relationship management (CRM) systems
  • Analytics and performance measurement tools
  • Payment processing and billing services

Advertising Platforms:

  • Google Ads and Google Marketing Platform
  • Facebook/Meta Business Platform
  • Microsoft Advertising (Bing)
  • LinkedIn Campaign Manager
  • Other advertising and marketing platforms

Professional Services:

  • Legal and accounting services
  • Business consulting and advisory services
  • Industry research and analysis providers
  • Training and certification organizations
  • Insurance and risk management services

4.2 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, bankruptcy, or other business transaction, your information may be transferred as part of the business assets.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or when we believe disclosure is necessary to:

  • Comply with legal obligations and court orders
  • Protect our rights, property, or safety
  • Protect the rights, property, or safety of others
  • Prevent fraud or other illegal activities
  • Respond to government requests and investigations

4.4 Consent-Based Sharing

We may share your information with your explicit consent for:

  • Case studies and success story publications
  • Industry conference presentations and materials
  • Professional reference and recommendation requests
  • Partnership and collaboration opportunities
  • Marketing and promotional activities

5. Data Security and Protection

5.1 Security Measures

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information:

Technical Safeguards:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
  • Advanced firewall and intrusion detection systems
  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • Secure data backup and disaster recovery procedures
  • Multi-factor authentication for system access

Administrative Safeguards:

  • Employee background checks and security training
  • Access controls and role-based permissions
  • Regular security policy updates and compliance reviews
  • Incident response and breach notification procedures
  • Third-party security certifications and audits

Physical Safeguards:

  • Secure office facilities with controlled access
  • Locked filing cabinets for physical documents
  • Secure disposal of sensitive information
  • Environmental controls and monitoring systems
  • Equipment security and asset management

5.2 Data Breach Response

In the event of a data breach affecting your personal information:

  • We will assess and contain the breach immediately
  • We will notify you within 72 hours of discovery
  • We will provide detailed information about the incident
  • We will take corrective action to prevent future breaches
  • We will cooperate with law enforcement and regulatory authorities

6. Your Privacy Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Control Rights

Right to Access:

  • Request copies of your personal information
  • Obtain information about how we use your data
  • Receive data in a portable electronic format
  • Review the sources of your information

Right to Correction:

  • Update or correct inaccurate information
  • Complete incomplete personal information
  • Verify the accuracy of your data
  • Request confirmation of corrections made

Right to Deletion:

  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Withdraw consent for data processing
  • Close your account and remove associated data
  • Request removal from marketing communications

Right to Restriction:

  • Limit how we use your personal information
  • Object to certain types of data processing
  • Restrict automated decision-making
  • Control marketing and communication preferences

6.2 Communication Preferences

Email Communications:

Marketing Opt-Out:

  • Opt out of promotional phone calls and text messages
  • Remove your information from marketing lists
  • Stop receiving printed marketing materials
  • Decline participation in market research

6.3 Cookie Management

Browser Settings:

  • Disable cookies through your browser settings
  • Delete existing cookies from your device
  • Set preferences for third-party cookies
  • Choose which types of cookies to accept

Opt-Out Tools:

  • Use industry opt-out tools for advertising cookies
  • Install browser extensions for privacy protection
  • Configure do-not-track settings in your browser
  • Manage consent preferences on our website at https://adsgoodwill.com/privacy-preferences/ (if available)

7. International Data Transfers

7.1 Cross-Border Transfers

If you are located outside the United States, please note that:

  • Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States
  • We ensure adequate protection through appropriate safeguards
  • We comply with applicable international data protection laws
  • We use standard contractual clauses for international transfers

7.2 Regional Compliance

European Union (GDPR):

  • We comply with EU General Data Protection Regulation requirements
  • We have appointed a Data Protection Officer where required
  • We maintain records of processing activities
  • We conduct privacy impact assessments when necessary

California (CCPA):

  • We comply with California Consumer Privacy Act requirements
  • We provide specific rights for California residents
  • We maintain detailed privacy disclosures
  • We respond to consumer requests within required timeframes

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the EU). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under these ages. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under the applicable age, we will delete such information immediately and terminate any associated accounts.

Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided personal information to us should contact us immediately using the information provided below.

9. Data Retention

9.1 Retention Periods

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services and fulfill contractual obligations
  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
  • Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements
  • Pursue legitimate business interests

Specific Retention Periods:

  • Client account information: 7 years after account closure
  • Marketing communications: Until you opt out or unsubscribe
  • Website analytics: 26 months from collection
  • Email communications: 3 years after last interaction
  • Financial records: 7 years as required by law

9.2 Secure Deletion

When we no longer need your personal information:

  • We securely delete or anonymize the data
  • We remove information from active systems and backups
  • We destroy physical documents using secure methods
  • We verify complete removal through audit procedures

10. Third-Party Websites and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or applications. This Privacy Policy does not apply to these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access through our website.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites, even if accessed through our platform at https://adsgoodwill.com.

Some third-party services we may link to include:

11. Privacy Policy Updates

11.1 Notification of Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect:

  • Changes in our business practices
  • Updates to applicable laws and regulations
  • New features or services we offer
  • Feedback from users and stakeholders

11.2 Communication of Updates

When we make significant changes to this Privacy Policy:

  • We will post the updated policy on our website at https://adsgoodwill.com/privacy-policy/
  • We will send email notifications to registered users
  • We will provide at least 30 days notice before changes take effect
  • We will highlight material changes in our communications
  • We will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy

12. Contact Information

12.1 Privacy Inquiries

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Goodwill Ads Agency
Website: https://adsgoodwill.com
Email: [email protected]

Contact Us Page: https://adsgoodwill.com/contact-us/
Data Protection Officer (if applicable):
Email: [email protected]

12.2 Response Times

We are committed to responding to your privacy-related inquiries promptly:

  • General inquiries: Within 2 business days
  • Data access requests: Within 30 days
  • Data deletion requests: Within 30 days
  • Complaint resolution: Within 45 days

12.3 Regulatory Contacts

If you are not satisfied with our response to your privacy concerns, you may contact:

For EU Residents: Your local Data Protection Authority

For California Residents: California Attorney General’s Office
Privacy Section
1300 I Street
Sacramento, CA 95814

13. Specific State and Regional Provisions

13.1 California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

Right to Know:

  • Categories of personal information collected
  • Specific pieces of personal information collected
  • Categories of sources of personal information
  • Business or commercial purposes for collection
  • Categories of third parties with whom information is shared

Right to Delete:

  • Request deletion of personal information
  • Confirm deletion of requested information
  • Exceptions for legal or business requirements

Right to Opt-Out:

  • Opt out of the sale of personal information
  • Opt out of sharing for cross-context behavioral advertising
  • Direct third parties to stop selling your information

Right to Non-Discrimination:

  • Equal service and pricing regardless of privacy choices
  • No denial of goods or services for exercising rights
  • No different quality of goods or services

13.2 Nevada Residents

Nevada residents have the right to opt out of the sale of certain personal information. While we do not currently sell personal information as defined by Nevada law, you may submit an opt-out request by contacting us at [email protected] or visiting https://adsgoodwill.com/contact-us/.

13.3 European Union Residents (GDPR)

EU residents have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation:

Legal Basis for Processing:

  • Consent for marketing communications
  • Contract performance for service delivery
  • Legitimate interests for business operations
  • Legal obligations for compliance requirements

Additional Rights:

  • Right to data portability
  • Right to object to processing
  • Right to restrict processing
  • Right to lodge complaints with supervisory authorities

14. Industry-Specific Considerations

14.1 Digital Advertising Compliance

As a digital advertising agency, we comply with industry-specific privacy requirements:

Google Ads Compliance:

  • Google Ads Data Processing Terms
  • Customer data privacy requirements
  • Restricted data use policies
  • User consent and disclosure requirements

Facebook/Meta Compliance:

  • Meta Business Terms and Policies
  • Custom Audience terms and requirements
  • Pixel data collection and use policies
  • Instagram and Facebook advertising guidelines

Other Platform Compliance:

  • Microsoft Advertising privacy requirements
  • LinkedIn Campaign Manager data policies
  • Twitter/X advertising data guidelines
  • Industry association privacy standards

14.2 Professional Service Standards

We adhere to professional standards for marketing and advertising agencies:

  • American Advertising Federation (AAF) principles
  • Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) guidelines
  • Digital Marketing Association (DMA) standards
  • International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) best practices

15. Definitions

Personal Information: Information that identifies, relates to, describes, references, is reasonably capable of being associated with, or could reasonably be linked, directly or indirectly, with a particular consumer, household, or device.

Processing: Any operation performed on personal information, including collection, recording, organization, structuring, storage, adaptation, alteration, retrieval, consultation, use, disclosure, dissemination, making available, alignment, combination, restriction, erasure, or destruction.

Third Party: A natural or legal person, public authority, agency, or body other than the data subject, controller, processor, and persons who are authorized to process personal information under the direct authority of the controller or processor.

Data Controller: The entity that determines the purposes and means of processing personal information.

Data Processor: An entity that processes personal information on behalf of the data controller.

16. Conclusion

This Privacy Policy represents our commitment to protecting your personal information and maintaining transparency about our data practices. We regularly review and update our privacy practices to ensure compliance with applicable laws and to meet your expectations for privacy protection.

Your trust is essential to our business, and we are committed to earning and maintaining that trust through responsible privacy practices and open communication about how we handle your personal information.

By using our website (https://adsgoodwill.com) and services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to our collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described herein.

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