Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2025
Introduction
Ask Bob AI ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you use our website and services.
Information We Collect
We collect minimal information to provide our educational guidance services:
- Usage Information: We may collect information about how you interact with our site, such as pages visited and features used, through standard web analytics.
- Chat Messages: When you use our AI chat feature, your messages are processed to provide responses. Messages are not stored permanently or used for purposes other than providing immediate assistance.
- Technical Information: We may collect standard technical information such as browser type, IP address, and device information for site functionality and security purposes.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and improve our AI-powered project guidance services
- Respond to your questions and requests
- Maintain and secure our website
- Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
Data Storage and Security
We do not store personal data or user account information. Chat interactions are processed in real-time and not retained. We implement appropriate technical measures to protect information transmitted through our services.
Third-Party Services
Our website may contain links to third-party retailers and service providers (such as Home Depot, Lowe's, AutoZone, and others). These are clearly labeled as sponsored links. When you click these links, you will be subject to the privacy policies of those third-party sites. We do not control and are not responsible for their privacy practices.
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance site functionality, analyze usage, and support advertising. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us understand how you interact with our service.
Types of cookies we use:
- Essential cookies: Required for basic site functionality and security.
- Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site so we can improve the experience.
- Advertising cookies: Used by our advertising partners (including Google AdSense) to show relevant ads based on your browsing activity.
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.
Advertising
We use Google AdSense and other advertising partners to display ads on our website. These partners may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your visits to this and other websites to provide relevant advertisements.
Google, as a third-party vendor, uses cookies to serve ads on our site. Google's use of the DART cookie enables it to serve ads based on your visits to this site and other sites on the Internet. You may opt out of the use of the DART cookie by visiting the Google ad and content network privacy policy.
For more information about how Google uses data when you use our site, visit How Google uses data when you use our partners' sites or apps.
Affiliate Relationships
Some suggestions may include sponsored partners. This does not affect guidance. We may earn commissions from qualified purchases made through our affiliate links. These relationships do not influence the educational content or guidance we provide.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children.
Your Rights
Because we do not collect or store personal data, there is no personal information for you to access, modify, or delete. If you have concerns about your privacy, please contact us.
Your Privacy Rights (California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). These include the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to request deletion of personal information, and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information. As we do not sell personal information and collect minimal data, most of these rights are already addressed by our practices. For questions about your California privacy rights, contact us at privacy@askbobai.com.
Your Privacy Rights (European Residents)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). These include the right to access your data, rectify inaccurate data, erase your data, restrict processing, data portability, and object to processing. Since we do not collect personally identifiable information, most of these rights are inherently addressed. For questions about your GDPR rights, contact us at privacy@askbobai.com.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at privacy@askbobai.com.