Privacy Policy
EFFECTIVE DATE: FEBRUARY 16, 2022
ANDREWS WHARTON INC. SUPPORTS THE IMPORTANCE OF YOUR DATA PRIVACY
Andrews Wharton Inc. (“AWI”) follows Data & Marketing Association (“DMA”) best practices which support an open dialogue between organizations and their customers, prospects and visitors when it comes to data, its collection and usage. To that end, we have created the following Privacy Policy solely as it relates to information collected and used on andrewswharton.com. This Privacy Policy explains how and why AWI collects and uses information provided by users of this website.
The website is intended for use by residents of the United States (“US”) or non-residents that agree to use the website in accordance with US laws and this Privacy Policy. By using the website, you further represent and warrant that you (i) are located inside the US, or (ii) are located outside the European Union (“EU”) and agree to be bound by US laws. Use of and access to the website is void where prohibited. By using or accessing the website, you signify your agreement to be bound by our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to this Privacy Policy, please do not access or otherwise use the website.
INFORMATION COLLECTION
We do not collect Personal Information (as defined below) about you unless you voluntarily submit that information to us such as through our contact pages, by email, when you chat with us, by seeking employment with us, or through some other means. “Personal Information” may include your name, the company you work for, postal address, email address, telephone number, and other personally identifiable information you provide.
When you visit or use the website, we may automatically collect certain non-personally identifying information about you, such as your internet protocol (IP) address, the type of browser or device operating system you use, the domain name of the website from which you linked to us, the amount of time you spend on the website, the pages on the website that you view and similar data. We may also aggregate information collected from our users (such as the number of users in a particular region or having particular characteristics).
INFORMATION USAGE & DISCLOSURE
We will use and disclose your Personal Information as described herein, unless you have specifically consented to another type of use, either at the time the Personal Information is collected from you or through some other form of consent from you or notification to you:
We will use Personal Information to operate and improve the website and to provide you with any specific services that you have requested.
We may use your Personal Information to respond to your direct inquires.
We will use your Personal Information to add you to our mailing lists, to send you emails from time to time, and to inform you of services and product updates, new products and other related information from AWI, our affiliates, and joint marketing partners.
We may permit our vendors and service providers (such as our payment processors, email service provider, host providers, personnel management service providers) to access your Personal Information in connection with performing services for us.
We may disclose Personal Information as required by law or legal process.
We may disclose Personal Information to investigate suspected fraud, harassment or other violations of any law, rule or regulation, or the policies for the website.
We may transfer your Personal Information in connection with a bankruptcy proceeding or the sale, merger or change of control of AWI or the division responsible for the services with which your Personal Information is associated.
Please note that if you specifically consent to additional uses or disclosures of your Personal Information, we may use and disclose your Personal Information in a manner consistent with that consent. Aggregate information may be shared with any number of parties, provided that such information shall not specifically identify you. AWI does not sell, rent, loan, trade or lease any Personal Information collected from the website without prior consent. All AWI affiliates are committed to protecting your privacy and will uphold the commitments made in this Privacy Policy.
COOKIES & SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES
AWI uses cookies and similar technologies (such as clear gifs, web beacons, tags, and similar technologies) to collect data related to usage of the website and for the purpose of facilitating and enhancing your communication and interaction with the website. We may use this data to understand which parts of our websites are visited most often, to understand the traffic patterns on the website pages, to improve or tailor our website, and for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy. We may also use cookies to tailor web content to match your browser capability. These cookies are not linked to any Personal Information. However, some of the information we collect may include data, such as IP address data or other identifiers, that are unique to your browser.
We may also use and place cookies on your device from our third-party service providers in connection with the website, such as an analytics provider that helps us manage and analyze website usage. An example of such third-party is Google Analytics, which we use to collect and analyze demographic and other information, and through which Google will collect certain information to be used according to Google’s privacy practices. To opt-out of the use of Google Analytics, click here. We use session ID cookies and persistent cookies. A session ID cookie expires when you close your browser. Our persistent cookie remains active on your hard drive until they expire or are deleted.
You can set your Internet browser to notify you when you receive a cookie, giving you the chance to decide whether or not to accept it. If you reject a cookie or flush it, noting that cookies may already be on your device, you may still use this website, but you may be limited in the functionality of some areas. You can refer to your web browser settings to adjust your cookie preferences. Further information on cookies is available at allaboutcookies.org. By deleting our cookies or disabling future cookies you may not be able to access certain areas or features of our website or some of its functionality may be affected. Please be advised that certain third parties that are beyond the scope of this Privacy Policy may collect information in connection with the website. We are not responsible for the acts or omissions of such third parties.
INTEREST-BASED ADVERTISING
Third parties may use information collected about you on the website in connection with their own information to deliver targeted advertising to you when you visit other websites. Cookies, described above, may be used in this process. For example, if you are searching for information on a particular product or service, our vendor may cause an advertisement to appear on other websites you view with information on that product. This form of advertising is called “behavioral advertising” or “interest-based advertising.” We believe that such advertising is helpful because you will see ads that are relevant to your interests. We comply with the self-regulatory principles for online behavioral advertising set forth by the Digital Advertising Alliance (“DAA”). You can opt-out of behavioral advertising from certain providers at aboutads.info/consumers.
DO NOT TRACK
Please note that we do not respond to or honor “do not track” (a/k/a/ DNT) signals or similar mechanisms transmitted by web browsers.
WHAT OPT-OUT RIGHTS & CHOICES DO I HAVE?
AWI may periodically send email alerts to our clients and prospects. You can request to be removed from our mailing list by clicking the unsubscribe link within the footer of any email received from us or by contacting us via email at privacy@andrewswharton.com. We will process your request within a reasonable time after receipt. However, we are not responsible for removing your Personal Information from the lists of any third-party who has previously been provided with your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy or your consent.
As noted above, you may opt-out of or restrict the placement of cookies on your device or remove them from your browser by adjusting your web browser preferences. To opt-out of the use of Google Analytics, click here. By deleting our cookies or disabling future cookies you may not be able to access certain areas or features of our website or some of its functionality may be affected.
You can opt-out of targeted advertising from certain providers at aboutads.info/consumers. Please note that by opting out, you will continue to see generic advertising that is not tailored to your specific interests and activities. To be clear, cookie-based opt-outs must be performed on each device and browser that you wish to have opted-out.
You may also request access to your Personal Information (if you have provided it to us through the website) and information about our collection, use and disclosure of that information by using the contact information provided below. Unless prohibited by law or legal process, you will be given reasonable access to your Personal Information, entitlement to challenge the accuracy and completeness of your Personal Information, and the ability to have it amended as appropriate. You can help us maintain the accuracy of your Personal Information by keeping your account information up-to-date or notifying us of any changes to it.
CAN I ACCESS & CORRECT MY PERSONAL INFORMATION?
AWI customers or other visitors to our corporate website may request access or to delete the information we have about you by sending a request via email to privacy@andrewswharton.com. with specific information about your privacy-related request, and AWI will respond within 45 days.
CALIFORNIA CONSUMER DISCLOSURE
The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) provides California residents with the additional rights listed below.
Definitions
The terms “Business Purpose(s)”, “Personal Information”, “Sell” (or “Sale”), “Service Provider(s)” and “Third Parties” have the meanings given in the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (CCPA). These term references and disclosures are limited to this section of the Privacy Policy and designated exclusively for California Consumers.
Business Category
Andrews Wharton Inc. is considered to be a ‘third party’, but may contract as a ‘service provider’ with select customers.
Categories of Personal Information Collected
Personal identifiers including name, postal address, email address, and phone number.
Demographic information including gender, age, ethnicity, income.
Behavioral or transactional activity such as purchases, subscriptions, or web pages visited.
Employment Information
Education Information
Inferences related to preferences or potential interests.
Purposes for Collection and Use of Personal Information
We collect personal information to provide marketing services to corporate customers, including direct marketing, data hygiene, analytics, and market research.
Categories of Sources from which Personal Information is Collected
Owned and operated websites.
Public record and publicly available information.
Website directories.
Data resellers.
Surveys
Categories of Personal Information We Sell
Personal identifiers including name, postal address, email address, and phone number.
Demographic information including gender, age, ethnicity, income.
Behavioral or transactional activity such as purchases, subscriptions, or web pages visited.
Employment Information
Education Information
Inferences related to preferences or potential interests.
Purposes for Selling Personal Information
We sell personal information to provide marketing services to corporate customers, including direct marketing and market research.
Categories of Third Parties to whom Personal Information is Sold
Advertising Networks
Advertising/Marketing Companies
Apparel & Accessory Companies
Automotive Companies
Business Service/Agencies
Business to Business Companies
Communication Services Companies
Consumer Data Resellers
Consumer Packaged Goods Companies
Consumer Services Companies
Data Analytics Providers
Educational Institutions & Companies
Electronics Companies
Energy & Utility Companies
Financial Services Companies
Food & Beverage Companies
Gift Product Companies
Health & Wellness Product & Service Companies
Lifestyle & Interest Product Companies
Manufacturing Companies
Marketing Data Companies
Not for Profit Organizations
Operating Systems & Platforms
Parenting Product Companies
Public or Government Entities
Publishing Product Companies
Social Networks
Technology/Computer Software Companies
Telecommunications Companies
Travel, Leisure, & Entertainment Companies
Categories of Third Parties to whom Personal Information was Shared for a Business Purpose
IT Support
Data Hygiene
Cloud Computing
Consultants
Marketing Analytics
Advertising
CALIFORNIA CONSUMER RIGHTS & OPTIONS
Access or Delete Your Personal Information
Complete the form below, or alternatively you may email us at privacy@andrewswharton.com or call us at 1-866-628-1150 and enter Service Code 809. Please include your full name, email address, phone number, and state of residence, along with the right you wish to exercise, so that we can process your request in an efficient manner.
If you are a third party agent requesting information on behalf of an individual, please note that we reserve the right to receive direct authorization from the individual prior to completing such a request.
Opt Out of Sales or Exercise Your “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” Right Under CCPA
Complete the form below, or alternatively you may email us at privacy@andrewswharton.com or call us at 1-866-628-1150 and enter Service Code 809. Please include your full name, email address, phone number, and state of residence so that we can process your opt-out request in an efficient manner.
If you are a third party agent requesting to opt-out on behalf of an individual, please note that we reserve the right to receive direct authorization from the individual prior to completing such a request.
Response Timing
We aim to respond to a consumer request for access or deletion within 45 days. If we require more time, we will inform you of the reason and extension period in writing.
Do Not Sell My Personal Information
By submitting a Do Not Sell My Personal Information Request, the personal information that you provide will be used to determine what data, if any, is maintained within our systems. You can exercise your privacy rights here.
HOW IS MY INFORMATION KEPT SECURE?
We protect information we collect about you by maintaining physical, electronic and procedural safeguards designed to prevent unauthorized access to user data retained in our servers, however, due to the inherent open nature of the Internet, we cannot ensure or warrant the security of any information provided online. We take reasonable precautions to protect your information both online and offline. The servers on which we store data are kept in a secure environment.
HOW LONG IS MY INFORMATION RETAINED?
We will retain your information for as long as your account or inquiry is active or as needed to provide you with the website or any requested services, and for a reasonable time thereafter in accordance with our standard procedures or as necessary to comply with our legal obligations, to resolve disputes, and to enforce our agreements. Even if we delete some or all of your Personal Information, we may continue to retain and use aggregate or anonymous data previously collected and/or anonymize or aggregate your Personal Information. Please note that we will not be liable for disclosures of your data due to errors or unauthorized acts of third parties.
THIRD-PARTY LINKS
As a convenience to you, we may provide links to third-party websites or services from within the website. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party websites or services, and by providing a link we are not endorsing or promoting such third-party websites or services. When you link away from our website, you do so at your own risk. We encourage you to read the policies and terms of every website or service you visit.
SOCIAL NETWORKING SERVICES
The website may integrate with social networking services. You understand that we do not control such services and are not liable for the manner in which they operate. While we may provide you with the ability to use such services in connection with our website, we are doing so merely as an accommodation and, like you, are relying upon those third-party services to operate properly and fairly.
INFORMATION RELATING TO MINORS
Our online services are not intended for minors. Our website does not knowingly solicit or collect personal information from anyone under the age of 18. If we are made aware that we have received such information, or any information in violation of our Privacy Policy, we will use reasonable efforts to locate and remove that information from our records.
COMMUNICATIONS WITH US OR THROUGH OUR WEBSITE
By providing us your email address, you expressly consent to receive emails from us. We may use email to communicate with you, to send information that you have requested or to send information about other services provided by us. Any communication or material you transmit to us by email or otherwise, including any data, questions, comments, suggestions, or the like, are and will be treated as non-confidential and non-proprietary. Except to the extent expressly covered by this policy, anything you transmit or post may be used by us for any purpose, including but not limited to, reproduction, disclosure, transmission, publication, broadcast, and posting.
HOW WILL I KNOW ABOUT CHANGES TO THIS POLICY?
AWI may revise this Policy from time to time. If we decide to change our Privacy Policy, we will post those changes to this Privacy Policy and other places we deem appropriate so that you are aware of what information we collect, how we use it, and under what circumstances, if any, we disclose it. If we make material changes to this policy, we will notify you here, or by means of a notice on our home page. You should bookmark and periodically review this page to ensure that you are familiar with the most current version of this Privacy Policy. You can determine when this Privacy Policy was last revised by checking the “Last Revised” legend at the top of the Privacy Policy.
CROSS BORDER TRANSFERS
By using the website, you freely and specifically give us your consent to export your Personal Information to the US and to store and use it in the US as specified in this Privacy Policy. You understand that data stored in the US may be subject to lawful requests by the courts or law enforcement authorities in the US.
QUESTIONS?
To ask questions about AWI’s Privacy Policy, please email us at privacy@andrewswharton.com.