Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how AI News & Trends (AI Trends Media LLC) collects, uses, discloses, and protects information when you visit our website or interact with our services. We are committed to transparency and to complying with applicable privacy laws. The policy covers the types of personal and non-personal information we collect directly from users as well as automatically through technologies such as cookies and analytics. It also explains the purposes for which we use data, the legal bases for processing where applicable, the retention periods, security safeguards, and the rights available to individuals regarding their personal data. If you have questions about specific processing activities or need assistance exercising your rights, refer to the Contact section below. This policy applies to our editorial and services interactions and clarifies how we handle both general site visitors and clients who engage with paid services or workshops.
Information we collect
We collect a limited set of personal data necessary to provide and improve our services and to communicate with you. When you subscribe to newsletters, request consulting, or submit a contact form, we collect your name, email address, phone number, organization, and the content of your message. For clients, additional contractual contact and billing information may be collected under a separate agreement. Automatically collected data includes device and browser attributes, IP address, referrer, pages visited, and interaction timestamps collected via cookies and server logs. We use analytics to understand site usage and to improve content and performance; analytics data is aggregated and pseudonymized where possible. We do not sell personal data. For technical uploads or attachments sent by external secure channels during scoped engagements, we follow contractual data handling and do not accept sensitive files through the public form. We may retain metadata about interactions to support client relationships and service continuity.
How we use information
We use collected information for limited, specified purposes: to respond to inquiries, to deliver newsletters and purchased services, to manage consulting engagements, and to improve our editorial and product offerings. Contact details enable scheduling and follow-up communications for scoping calls and proposals. Aggregated analytics help us understand reader interests and prioritize content improvements. Where required for contract performance, we process client data to deliver scoped research and workshops; such processing follows contractual terms and any agreed confidentiality or data protection addenda. For marketing communications, we rely on consent where applicable and provide straightforward opt-out mechanisms in every message. In some jurisdictions, processing may rely on legitimate interests for website analytics and fraud prevention; when relying on legitimate interests we conduct balancing assessments and limit data exposure. We only share personal data with service providers who perform processing on our behalf under written agreements and with appropriate safeguards. We do not disclose personal data for unrelated marketing purposes and do not sell data to third parties.
Retention, rights, and security
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purpose it was collected, subject to legal obligations and legitimate business needs such as billing and dispute resolution. For subscribers, we retain contact details until the individual unsubscribes or requests deletion. For consulting clients, retention periods are specified in the engagement agreement and related compliance documents. You have rights under applicable laws to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal data and, where applicable, to receive a copy of your data in a commonly used format. To exercise these rights or to request portability, please contact us at [email protected] or use the contact form. We implement technical and organizational safeguards to protect data, including encryption in transit, access controls, and vulnerability management. Despite reasonable measures we cannot guarantee absolute security, and we will notify affected parties and authorities in accordance with legal requirements if a data breach occurs that materially affects personal data.
Cookies and similar technologies
We use cookies to enable site functionality, to remember preferences, and to collect analytics data. Cookies that are strictly necessary for site operation are enabled by default. Optional cookies support analytics and personalized content; the cookie modal lets you accept, reject, or manage these options. You may control cookies through your browser settings and opt out of targeted analytics using available vendor tools linked in this policy where applicable. For clients that require specific cookie or tracking arrangements during engagements, we implement contractual controls and minimize tracking to what is essential for service delivery. When cookie-based profiling or marketing is used, we provide clear notices and an opportunity to opt out.
Contact
AI Trends Media LLC1455 Market St, Suite 600
San Francisco, CA 94103, USA
Children's privacy
Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors without parental consent. If you believe we have collected data from a child, contact us and we will promptly delete the information in accordance with applicable law.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When substantive changes occur we will post the updated policy on this page with a revised effective date and, where appropriate, provide notice to subscribers and clients. Continued use of our site after updates indicates acceptance of the revised policy.