Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 9, 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how ADV.me Media ("ADV.me", "we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you visit adv.me (the "Site"). By using our Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide
- Newsletter subscription: When you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address through our forms powered by Mautic.
- Contact form: When you contact us, we collect your name, email address, and message content.
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Usage data: We collect information about how you access and use the Site, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and the dates/times of your visits.
- Analytics: We use Google Analytics (via Google Tag Manager) to understand how visitors interact with our Site. Google Analytics collects data such as page views, session duration, and approximate geographic location.
- Cookies and similar technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and track information. See Section 7 (Cookie Policy) below for details.
1.3 Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from third-party services that you connect with our Site, including social media platforms when you interact with our content.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Site
- Send you newsletters and marketing communications (with your consent)
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Analyze usage patterns and optimize user experience
- Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
- Comply with legal obligations
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:
- Service providers: Third-party services that help us operate the Site (hosting, analytics, email delivery). These include Cloudflare (hosting/CDN), Google Analytics (analytics), Mautic (email marketing), and Resend (email delivery).
- Legal requirements: When required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.
- Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
4. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Newsletter subscriber data is retained until you unsubscribe. Analytics data is retained according to Google Analytics default settings (14 months).
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including HTTPS encryption, secure hosting on Cloudflare, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights
6.1 Rights for All Users
- Unsubscribe: You can unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email.
- Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information.
- Correction: You can request that we correct inaccurate information.
6.2 Additional Rights for EU/EEA Residents (GDPR)
If you are a resident of the European Union or European Economic Area, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Legal basis: We process your data based on consent (newsletter), legitimate interest (analytics, site operation), and contractual necessity (service delivery).
- Right to portability: You can request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Right to restrict processing: You can request we limit how we use your data.
- Right to object: You can object to processing based on legitimate interests.
- Right to withdraw consent: You can withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.
- Right to lodge a complaint: You have the right to file a complaint with your local data protection authority.
Data controller: ADV.me Media. To exercise your rights, contact us at the email below.
6.3 Additional Rights for California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)
If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) provide you with additional rights:
- Right to know: You can request the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected.
- Right to delete: You can request deletion of your personal information.
- Right to opt-out of sale: We do not sell your personal information.
- Right to non-discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.
- Right to correct: You can request correction of inaccurate personal information.
6.4 Additional Rights for Nevada Residents
Nevada residents may opt out of the sale of certain personal information. We do not currently sell personal information as defined under Nevada law.
7. Cookie Policy
7.1 What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, remember your preferences, and provide analytics data.
7.2 Cookies We Use
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics | Track unique visitors and sessions | Analytics | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguish users | Analytics | 24 hours |
| __cf_bm | Cloudflare | Bot management and security | Necessary | 30 minutes |
| cf_clearance | Cloudflare Turnstile | CAPTCHA verification | Necessary | 30 minutes |
| mtc_id, mtc_sid | Mautic | Track newsletter subscriber activity | Marketing | Session / 2 years |
| theme | First-party | Remember dark/light mode preference | Functional | 1 year |
7.3 Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. However, blocking cookies may affect the functionality of the Site. You can also opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
7.4 Do Not Track
Our Site does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals from browsers. However, you can use the cookie management options described above to limit tracking.
8. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
9. Children's Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including the United States, where our servers and service providers are located. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in accordance with applicable law, including Standard Contractual Clauses for EU data transfers.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: https://adv.me/about/