Privacy Policy

**Privacy Policy for Golden State Ads** *Last Updated: June 30, 2025* Golden State Ads ("we," "us," or "our") operates the classified ads website at www.goldenstateads.com (the "Website"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our Website to browse, post, or respond to classified ads. It’s designed to be clear and simple. **1. Information We Collect** We may collect the following types of information: - **Personal Information**: Information you provide, such as your name, email address, phone number, or payment details (e.g., when you create an account, post an ad, or contact sellers/buyers). - **Non-Personal Information**: Data about your Website usage, like your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and ads viewed, collected via cookies or similar technologies. - **Usage Data**: Information about your interactions, such as ads posted, messages sent, or searches performed. - **Ad Content**: Information you include in classified ads, such as descriptions, photos, or contact details. **2. How We Use Your Information** We use your information to: - Operate and maintain the Website and classified ads platform. - Facilitate ad postings, user communication, and transactions. - Respond to your inquiries or customer service requests. - Send you marketing emails or newsletters (you can opt out anytime). - Analyze Website and ad performance to improve user experience. - Comply with legal obligations or protect our rights. **3. How We Share Your Information** We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share it: - With service providers who support Website operations (e.g., hosting, payment processing, or analytics) under strict confidentiality agreements. - In ad postings, where information you choose to include (e.g., name, phone number) is visible to other users. - To comply with legal requirements, such as responding to subpoenas or court orders. - To protect our rights, safety, or property, or that of our users. **4. Cookies and Tracking** We use cookies and similar technologies to: - Remember your preferences and account details. - Analyze Website and ad performance. - Deliver relevant ads or recommendations. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may limit Website functionality. **5. Your Choices** - **Opt-Out**: Unsubscribe from marketing emails using the link in any email we send. - **Access or Delete**: Contact us to request access to or deletion of your personal information, subject to legal limitations. - **Ad Content**: You control what information you share in ads. Be cautious about including sensitive details. - **Do Not Track**: Our Website does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals. **6. Data Security** We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information. However, no online platform is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. **7. Third-Party Links** Our Website may contain links to third-party sites or ads posted by users. We’re not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their policies before sharing information. **8. Children’s Privacy** Our Website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have, we’ll delete it. **9. Changes to This Policy** We may update this Privacy Policy as needed. The updated version will be posted on this page with the "Last Updated" date. Please check back periodically. **10. Contact Us** For questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at: - **Email**: team@goldenstateads.com - By using our Website, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you don’t agree, please do not use the Website.