This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which Direct Marketing Media, Inc (referred to as "the Company," "we," or "us") collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information collected from users (referred to as "you" or "users") of the consumeradviser.org website (referred to as "the Website"). This Privacy Policy applies to the Website and all products and services offered by the Company.

1. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information: We may collect personal information from users in various ways, including but not limited to when users visit the Website, register on the Website, subscribe to our newsletter, respond to surveys, fill out forms, or interact with other features or services on the Website. Personal information may include your name, email address, postal address, phone number, and other relevant information.

b. Non-Personal Information: We may collect non-personal information about users whenever they interact with the Website. Non-personal information may include browser information, device type, operating system, and other technical details.

2. How We Use Collected Information

a. Personal Information: We may use the personal information we collect from users for the following purposes:

- To personalize user experience: We may use the information to understand how users interact with the Website and provide personalized content, offers, and services.

- To improve customer service: We may use the information to respond to user inquiries, requests, or support needs.

- To send periodic emails: We may use the email address provided to send users information and updates related to their requests, inquiries, or subscriptions.

b. Non-Personal Information: We may use non-personal information for analytical and statistical purposes to enhance the functionality and performance of the Website, as well as to improve our products and services.

3. Protection of Information

We adopt appropriate data collection, storage, and processing practices, as well as security measures, to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of personal information, username, password, transaction information, and any other data stored on the Website.

4. Sharing Your Personal Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent users' personal information to others. We may share generic aggregated demographic information not linked to any personal information regarding visitors and users with our business partners, trusted affiliates, and advertisers for the purposes outlined above.

5. Compliance with CCPA and GDPR

a. CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act): We respect the privacy rights of California residents. If you are a California resident, you have the right to request information regarding the categories of personal information we collect and the purposes for which it is used and disclosed. You also have the right to request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions. For more information about your CCPA rights and how to exercise them, please refer to our separate CCPA Privacy Notice.

b. GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation): We comply with the principles of the GDPR regarding the collection, use, and retention of personal information from individuals located in the European Union. For more information about your rights under the GDPR and how to exercise them, please refer to our separate GDPR Privacy Notice.

6. Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 16. The Website and its services are intended for individuals who are 16 years of age or older. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to remove that information from our systems.

7. Third-Party Websites

The Website may contain links to third-party websites. These websites have their own privacy policies, and we do not assume any responsibility or liability for

their content or activities. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.

8. Changes to this Privacy Policy

The Company has the discretion to update this Privacy Policy at any time. When we do, we will revise the updated date at the bottom of this page. We encourage users to check this page frequently for any changes to stay informed about how we are protecting the personal information we collect. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this Privacy Policy periodically and become aware of modifications.

9. Your Acceptance of these Terms

By using the Website, you signify your acceptance of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to this Privacy Policy, please do not use the Website. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of changes to this Privacy Policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of the Website, or your dealings with us, please contact us at [email protected]

Effective Date: 6/23/2023