Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Ad Research ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Google Ads reporting and analytics platform.

2. Information We Collect

3. How We Use Your Information

• Generate automated Google Ads performance reports
• Provide personalized analytics and insights
• Process subscription payments and manage your account
• Send scheduled reports via email
• Improve our services and develop new features
• Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
• Comply with legal obligations and protect against fraud

4. Google Ads API Data Usage

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share information only in these limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: Stripe (payment processing), Google (authentication and data access)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or asset sale
• Consent: With your explicit permission for specific purposes

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure authentication via Google OAuth
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
• PCI DSS compliant payment processing through Stripe

7. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide services and comply with legal obligations:

• Account Data: Until account deletion
• Google Ads Data: Up to 12 months for historical reporting
• Payment Data: As required by financial regulations
• Usage Logs: Up to 24 months for security and improvement purposes

8. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Withdrawal: Revoke consent for data processing
• Objection: Object to certain types of processing

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@adresearch.ai

9. Cookies and Analytics

We use essential cookies for authentication and service functionality. We do not use tracking cookies or third-party analytics without your consent.

10. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries other than your residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers, including compliance with GDPR and other applicable regulations.

11. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes via email or prominent notice on our platform. Continued use constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Information