Privacy Policy
Effective: February 02, 2024
This Privacy Policy pertains to your usage of all our websites and subsidiaries, or any other URL (referred to as the “Site” or “Website(s)”) possessed by Ashton Henry Financial and its subsidiaries, affiliates, and partners (together known as the “Company”).
Protecting your privacy is of utmost importance to us. Our aim is to ensure your internet experience is enjoyable and secure, enabling you to utilize the vast resources, tools, and opportunities available online with full confidence.
We've developed this Privacy Policy to underscore our unwavering commitment to privacy and security. This policy outlines how our company gathers information from all users of our products and services (collectively referred to as the “Services”) – encompassing those who access certain Services without accounts (“Visitors”), as well as those who may buy Products and/or subscribe to the Service by paying a monthly fee (“Members”). It elucidates what we do with the collected information and the choices Visitors and Members have regarding its collection and utilization. We urge you to peruse this Privacy Policy meticulously. By visiting our Site, you are consenting to our data collection and utilization practices.
Personal Information Our Company Collects and Its Usage
Introduction:
Our company acquires information from Visitors and Members in various ways as they access different parts of our Services and the network of Websites accessible through our Service. While we don’t specifically target EU customers, we've updated our Privacy Policy to ensure compliance with regulations. Our paramount concern is safeguarding your privacy and data.
Registration:
When signing up for our Products or Services, Members may be required to furnish certain personal information like name, address, phone number, billing details (such as credit card numbers), and the type of personal computer used to access the Services. The personal information gathered during registration is utilized to manage each Member’s account (e.g., for billing purposes) and may be shared with third parties as described herein or in special circumstances.
In cases where our company collaborates with a partner to promote our Services, we may provide the partner with specific personal information, such as the names, addresses, and phone numbers of individuals who subscribed to the Services due to the joint promotion. This facilitates the offering of other products and services. Additionally, we may create non-identifying and aggregate profiles from the personal information Members provide during registration. This aggregated and non-identifying information may be utilized to sell advertisements displayed on the Services.
Our Company collects personal information through various channels, including but not limited to forms completed on the site, contests, sweepstakes, text messages, emails, faxes, telephone calls, postal mail, or other communications with the user. This information may also be obtained from external sources like credit card processors and database vendors. For instance, when subscribing to our emails, data information is sent to us by our autoresponder company, including name, email, website signed up from, geographical data, and IP address. We may also provide contact information to business partners for mail or email offers believed to be of interest to our members. At times, we may send advertisements for third-party products, collect sales proceeds, and forward purchaser information to the third party.
Our Company Partners and Sponsors:
Certain products and services may be offered to Visitors and Members in conjunction with affiliates, independent contractors, or non-affiliated partners. To provide some of these products and services, partners may need to collect and maintain personal information.
Online Shopping:
You can purchase products and services or register to receive materials from our Site. During such transactions, you may be asked to provide contact information and payment details. Our Company utilizes this information to process orders and may share it with outside parties with whom we do business.
Online Advertisements:
Our Company may display online advertisements and share information collected from Visitors and Members with advertisers. This information may be used to deliver tailored advertisements or joint ventures based on audience preferences.
By visiting our Company Website, you consent to our data collection and usage policy. If you do not wish to consent, you can opt out of our advertising policy by notifying the Company.
Re-Targeting & Behavioral Targeting:
Our company partners with a third-party ad network for displaying advertisements on other websites. This network uses cookies and web beacons to collect non-personally identifiable information about user activities for targeted advertising across the Internet.
Social Network and Facebook.com Website Custom Audience Ads (WCA):
Our Company utilizes Custom Audience on Facebook.com to target ads to individuals who have shown interest in our products and services. Users can opt out of seeing these ads by unsubscribing from our email list or sending an opt-out request to the Company.
Google.com Analytics:
Our Company may use Analytics tracking code for Display Advertising to collect data about user traffic and provide targeted advertising. Users can opt out of Google Analytics and customize ad settings.
Responses to Email Inquiries:
Email inquiries to our company are answered using the provided return email address.
Voluntary Customer Surveys:
We may conduct customer surveys to gather feedback and improve our products and services. Responses may be aggregated for analysis and shared with third parties.
Special Cases:
We may use or share personal information about Visitors or Members for various reasons as described herein. This includes complying with laws, protecting our company and Members, and operating the Services properly.
Information Usage:
The information collected may be used to notify you of updates, respond to inquiries, conduct market research, validate identity, maintain records, provide newsletters or alerts, process transactions, analyze purchase history, prevent fraud, and fulfill contractual obligations.
Legal Bases for Processing (for EEA users):
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), we collect and process information based on legal grounds as outlined in applicable EU laws.
“Cookies” and How Our Company Uses Them:
Cookies are small data files placed on devices to collect and track information for various purposes. We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies for functionality, performance, and advertising.
Your Consent:
By using our Sites and Services, you consent to our use of cookies and similar technologies as described herein.
How To Manage, Control and Delete Cookies, Web Beacons and Similar Technologies:
Users can manage cookie settings in their internet browsers. Blocking cookies may limit certain features or functions on our Sites or Services.
Do Not Track Signals:
Our Website, ads, and emails do not respond to Do Not Track signals.
More Information About Cookies:
Useful information about cookies, including deletion or blocking, can be found at the provided links.
Deleting Cookies:
Instructions for deleting cookies are available at the provided link.
Public Forums:
Information disclosed in public areas of our Websites becomes public. Exercise caution when disclosing personal information in these areas.
Our Company’s Commitment to Data Security:
We implement security measures to protect information under our control, although we cannot guarantee absolute security against third-party attacks.
Transfer of Personal Data Abroad:
Your personal data may be transferred internationally when using our Services.
Rights of EEA Users:
EEA users have the right to access, update, or delete personal information held by our company. They can also opt out of email marketing.
Notice to California Residents – Your California Privacy Rights:
California residents have additional rights under California law, including the right to request information about third-party sharing of personal information for marketing purposes.
Privacy Notice for California Residents:
This notice supplements our privacy policy and applies to California residents. It complies with the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (CCPA).
Category Examples Collected
A. Identifiers. Real names, Internet Protocol addresses, email addresses, or similar details.YES
B. Personal information categories as per California Customer Records statute (Cal. Civ. Code § 1798.80(e)). Names, signatures, Social Security numbers, physical descriptions, addresses, phone numbers, passport or driver’s license numbers, insurance details, educational and employment data, financial information, medical records, or health insurance details. Some data in this group might overlap with others. NO
C. Protected classification characteristics under California or federal law. Age (40 or older), race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, religion, marital status, medical condition, disabilities, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or childbirth-related conditions, veteran or military status, genetic information (including familial genetic details). NO
D. Commercial information. Records of purchased or considered personal property, services, or other consumer behaviors. YES
E. Biometric information. Genetic, physiological, behavioral, and biological traits or activity patterns used for identification, like fingerprints, face or voice recognition, iris or retina scans, keystrokes, gait, or health data. NO
F. Internet or similar network activity. Records of website, app, or advertisement interactions. YES
G. Geolocation data. Physical location or movements. YES
H. Sensory data. Auditory, electronic, visual, thermal, or similar details. YES
I. Professional or employment-related information. Past or present job details or evaluations. NO
J. Non-public education information. Education records like grades, transcripts, or disciplinary actions, under FERPA. NO
K. Inferences drawn from other personal information. Profiles reflecting preferences, traits, behavior patterns, attitudes, intelligence, or abilities. YES
Personal information excludes:
Publicly available government records.
Deidentified or aggregated consumer data.
Information not covered by the CCPA, like health data protected by HIPAA or clinical trial details; or data under specific privacy laws like FCRA, GLBA, FIPA, and DPPA.
We acquire this personal data from:
Directly from you, such as completing forms on our website.
Indirectly from your actions on our website or interactions with our content, ads, emails, or third-party advertisers.
Third-party sources like social media platforms if you interact with them and connect accounts.
Personal Information Usage
We may use or disclose collected personal data for:
Fulfilling purposes you provided it for, like responding to inquiries or processing orders.
Supporting and addressing inquiries, including improving responses.
Complying with law enforcement requests or legal obligations.
As described during data collection or by the CCPA.
We won’t collect extra personal data or use it for different purposes without notifying you.
Other uses include:
Customizing our website, providing requested information or services, notifying changes, completing transactions, offering similar products/services, or contacting you automatically.
Sharing Personal Information
We may share personal data with third parties for business purposes, ensuring confidentiality and proper use under contract.
These may include vendors for SMS/email marketing, sales tax compliance, analytics, fraud protection, order processing, customer service, etc.
Personal Information Disclosures for Business Purposes
In the past year, we disclosed personal data for auditing, security, servicing accounts, debugging, research, or improving services.
We didn’t sell personal data in the past year.
Your Rights and Choices
Under the CCPA, California residents have rights regarding their personal data. You can:
Request access to specific information or data portability.
Request deletion of personal data, with exceptions.
To exercise these rights, submit a verifiable consumer request through our website or email. You may only make two such requests within a 12-month period.
We’ll respond within 45 days (up to 90 if needed), providing disclosures for the past 12 months and reasons for any denial.
We won’t charge unless requests are excessive, repetitive, or unfounded.
Non-Discrimination
We won’t discriminate for exercising CCPA rights but may offer financial incentives permitted by the CCPA.
California’s "Shine the Light" law allows residents to request information about personal data disclosure for direct marketing.
Our SMS Policy
We won’t share your phone number for automated texts except for service and promotional messages. Opt out anytime by replying STOP.
Questions About Our Privacy Policy
Contact us via our website or email for queries or to exercise your rights under California law.
We comply with Privacy Shield Principles for EU/Swiss transfers.
Revisions to This Policy
We reserve the right to revise this policy, with changes effective upon posting. Check for updates before use.
Contact Information
For questions or exercising rights under California law, contact us via Info@ashtonhenryfinancial.com.