AdHawk

Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 2, 2025

1. Definitions

“AdHawk,” “we,” “our,” and “us” refer to the operators of the AdHawk platform. “You” or “your” refers to any user or visitor of our site.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following categories of information:

• Reports & Submissions: Company names, reasons, and platform details.
• Accountability & Security Data: IP addresses, timestamps, and browser information used to protect our systems.
• Contact Information: Only if you reach out to us directly.
• Email Subscriptions: Email addresses provided by users who opt in.
• Donation Information: Payment data handled by PayPal/Stripe (we do not store card details).

3. Sources of Personal Information

• Information you submit directly (e.g., reports, emails, donations).
• Information collected automatically via your browser (e.g., IP address).
• Information from service providers (payment processors, email providers).

4. How We Use Information

• Operate and maintain our reporting index
• Prevent fraud and abuse
• Respond to messages sent to us
• Send updates to subscribers
• Process and record donations
• Comply with legal obligations

5. Cookies & Do Not Track

We do not currently use cookies for analytics or advertising. We do not respond to “Do Not Track” browser signals.

6. Information Sharing

We do not sell or share personal information for advertising or cross-context behavioral advertising. We may share limited data only:

• When legally required
• To protect the security of the platform
• With service providers under confidentiality agreements
• With your explicit consent

7. Data Security

We use encryption, secure hosting, and access controls to protect your information. However, no system is 100% secure.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for legitimate purposes or legal requirements. Technical logs are generally kept for under 12 months.

9. Donations

All donation payments are processed securely by PayPal or Stripe. AdHawk does not store credit card numbers. Refunds may be requested within 30 days of payment.

10. Third-Party Services

• Payment Processors: PayPal and Stripe
• Email Platform: ConvertKit
• CDN Providers: For faster page delivery

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

California residents have the right to:

• Know what personal information we collect
• Request deletion or correction of personal information
• Access a copy of their information
• Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell or share)

How to Exercise Your Rights:

• Email: privacy@adhwk.com
• Web Form: Privacy Request Form

We verify identity before fulfilling requests and respond within 45 days.

12. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under 16 (COPPA: under 13). If we become aware of such data, it will be deleted promptly.

13. International Users

Your information may be processed in the United States, where privacy laws may differ from those in your country.

14. Data Breach Notification

If a data breach occurs, we will notify affected users as required by applicable law.

15. No Legal Advice

Nothing in this Privacy Policy constitutes legal advice.

16. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The updated version will include a new “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance.

17. Contact

Questions? Please contact us.