Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 31, 2026

Brand Networks (operating as Augeo BN, LLC) provides advertising technology and AI-powered media buying services, including the Aimy platform, that enable clients to plan, optimize, and execute advertising campaigns across social media, websites, and mobile apps. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information in connection with our Services and websites.

Information We Collect

Through Our Advertising Services

When we provide advertising technology services on behalf of clients, we may process:

• User identifiers (such as device advertising IDs, hashed email addresses, and pseudonymous IDs)
• Website and app activity information
• Cross-device linking data from trusted third-party partners
• Aggregated demographic and campaign performance metrics

We do not collect, through advertising services:

• Your name, address, or other directly identifying information in identifiable form
• Sensitive personal data such as health or medical information, racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, or sexual orientation
• Precise geolocation without express consent
• Information from children under 13 (or under 16 in the EU/EEA)

Through Our Websites and Platform

When you visit our websites or use the Aimy platform, we may collect:

• Account registration information (name, email address, phone number, company)
• Content you create, upload, or submit through the platform (AI Input)
• Technical information: browser type, device type, operating system, IP address
• Usage data: pages visited, features used, session duration
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see our Cookie Policy)
• Communications you send to us (support requests, inquiries)

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, operate, and improve our Services and the Aimy platform
• Enable AI-powered campaign planning, execution, optimization, and reporting
• Deliver targeted advertising on behalf of our clients
• Analyze campaign performance and trends
• Communicate with you about your account and our Services
• Detect and prevent fraud, spam, and abuse
• Comply with our legal obligations
• Send promotional communications (subject to your preferences)

We do not sell your personal information. We do not use your data or AI Input to train our AI models without your consent.

How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with:

• Clients and authorized users as necessary to deliver campaign services
• Advertising platforms (Meta, Google, TikTok, LinkedIn, X, Comcast/Universal Ads, and others) to execute campaigns on your behalf
• Service providers and contractors who assist in operating our business, subject to confidentiality obligations
• Analytics partners (such as Google Analytics) to help us understand how our Services are used
• Payment processors (Stripe and similar providers) to process transactions
• Law enforcement or regulatory authorities when required by law, court order, or to protect our legal rights
• Successor entities in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or part of our business

Your Privacy Rights and Choices

All Users

• You may opt out of promotional emails by following the unsubscribe link in any such communication
• You may opt out of interest-based advertising through the NAI opt-out, DAA opt-out, or your device's advertising settings (iOS: Limit Ad Tracking; Android: Opt out of Ads Personalization)
• You may manage cookies through your browser settings or our cookie preferences tool

GDPR Rights (EU/EEA/UK Residents)

If you are located in the European Union, European Economic Area, or United Kingdom, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request erasure of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
• Restrict or object to our processing of your data
• Request portability of your data in a machine-readable format
• Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

CCPA Rights (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt out of the "sale" of your personal information (as defined by the CCPA)
• Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

PIPEDA Rights (Canadian Residents)

If you are located in Canada, you have the right to access your personal information, request corrections, withdraw consent, and file a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada.

Data Retention

• Advertising data: Retained for a maximum of 14 months from collection
• Platform account data: Retained while your account is active, plus any additional period required for legal or fraud prevention purposes
• Opt-out records: Retained indefinitely to honor your preferences

Security

We use SSL encryption and implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect your information. In the event of a data breach that creates a high risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify affected parties within 72 hours as required by applicable law.

Children's Privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under 13 (or under 16 in the EU/EEA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

Third-Party Links and Services

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our Services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Us

To exercise your privacy rights, submit a data request, or ask questions about this policy, please contact us:

Brand Networks / Augeo BN, LLC
One South Clinton Ave, 7th Floor
Rochester, NY 14604
info@brandnetworks.com (include "Attn: Privacy" in the subject line)