Privacy Policy for OwnersAdvocate.org
Effective Date: June 14, 2025
At Owners Advocate Network ("we," "us," or "our"), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, ownersadvocate.org (the "Website"), or engage with our services as a member or resource partner. By using our Website or services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us, including:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you register, complete forms, or contact us.
- Membership Information: Details provided during the application process to become a member or resource partner, such as business information or professional qualifications.
- Communications: Information shared through emails, inquiries, or other interactions with us.
We may also collect information automatically, such as:
- Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on the Website through cookies or similar technologies.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Facilitate membership and resource partner applications.
- Connect you with an Owner Advocate or other members of the Owners Advocate Network.
- Communicate with you about our services, events, or updates.
- Improve our Website and services through analytics and user feedback.
- Comply with legal obligations or enforce our agreements.
3. Sharing Your Information
We value your privacy and do not sell your contact information to third parties. We may share your information as follows:
- With Affiliates: At the request of our affiliates within the Owners Advocate Network, we may share your contact information to facilitate networking or collaboration. Affiliates are bound by confidentiality obligations.
- With Resource Partners: Approved resource partners who have signed a mutual Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) and Services Agreement may receive your contact information to provide services or collaborate within the network.
- Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers (e.g., website hosting or email delivery services) who assist in operating our Website or services. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, such as in response to a court order or to protect our rights, safety, or property.
4. Mutual NDA and Services Agreement
All members and resource partners are required to sign a mutual Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) and Services Agreement before becoming approved members of the Owners Advocate Network. These agreements ensure that your information is handled with confidentiality and used solely for the purposes of networking and collaboration within the network.
5. Your Choices
You may:
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from promotional emails by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in our communications. Note that you may still receive transactional emails related to your membership.
- Access or Update: Request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us at contact@ownersadvocate.org.
- Cookies: Adjust your browser settings to manage cookies, though this may limit access to certain features of the Website.
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable physical and technical measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no system is completely secure, and we strive to maintain industry-standard safeguards.
7. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. Please review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our Website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 19. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided personal information, we will take prompt steps to delete it.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at:
Owners Advocate Network
Email: contact@ownersadvocate.org
Address: Owners Advocate Network: 8050 Hosbrook Road, 4th Floor, Cincinnati, OH 45236
Phone: 513-268-6965
