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PRIVACY POLICY

Last updated: January 2, 2026

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This privacy notice for AIToolsAssociation.com (“Association,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), describes how and why we might collect, store, and process your information when you use our services (“Services”). Whether you are a professional discovering tools or a service provider scaling your brand, this notice explains your rights and how we protect your digital footprint.

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Questions or concerns? Reading this notice will help you understand your choices. If you do not agree with our practices, please refrain from using our Services. For specific inquiries, contact us at contact@aitoolsassociation.com.

SUMMARY OF KEY POINTS

  • What we collect: We process personal information you voluntarily disclose (e.g., tool submissions) and technical data collected automatically (e.g., IP addresses, device types).

  • Sensitive Data: We do not process sensitive personal information.

  • Purpose: We use your data to provide AI discovery, facilitate corporate synergy, enhance site security, and provide strategic growth analytics.

  • Sharing: Information is shared only during business transfers or to comply with legal obligations. We do not sell your data to third-party brokers.

  • Security: We implement professional-grade organizational and technical measures, though no internet transmission is 100% secure.

1. WHAT INFORMATION DO WE COLLECT?

Personal Information You Disclose

In Short: We collect information provided during tool submission or member registration.
 

We collect name, email, and professional details you provide when you:

  • Submit an AI tool for review.

  • Engage with our LinkedIn community or professional network.

  • Contact us for strategic marketing or SEO services.

 

Information Automatically Collected

In Short: Technical data like IP addresses and browser characteristics are collected for security and analytics.
 

When you navigate the Association ecosystem, we automatically collect:

  • Log and Usage Data: Service-related diagnostic and performance information.

  • Device Data: Information regarding your computer, tablet, or smartphone used to access the platform.

  • Location Data: Imprecise geolocation (based on IP address) to help us understand our global reach.

2. HOW DO WE PROCESS YOUR INFORMATION?

In Short: We process data to power our dual-sided growth platform and maintain the integrity of our ecosystem.

 

  • To Facilitate Discovery: Enabling users to find "best-fit" AI tools.

  • To Provide Strategic Visibility: Helping service providers scale their search-engine footprint.

  • To Protect Vital Interests: Preventing fraud, spam, and ensuring platform safety.

  • Legal Compliance: Complying with tax, accounting, and regulatory requirements.

 

3. LEGAL BASES FOR PROCESSING

In Short: We only process data when we have a valid legal reason (Consent, Contract, or Legitimate Interest).

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  • If you are in the EU/UK: We operate under GDPR/UK GDPR. We rely on your Consent for marketing and Legitimate Interest for maintaining the Association's security and analytics.

  • If you are in Canada: We rely on express or implied consent depending on the context of your interaction with our Services.

 

4. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

In Short: We use cookies to improve your discovery experience and track industry trends.


We may use cookies and similar technologies (web beacons/pixels) to understand user preferences and optimize our leaderboard rankings. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, though some features may be limited if cookies are disabled.

 

5. HOW LONG DO WE KEEP YOUR INFORMATION?

In Short: We keep your data as long as you are an active part of our ecosystem.


We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this notice. When we have no ongoing legitimate business need (or upon your request), we will either delete or anonymize your data.

 

6. HOW DO WE KEEP YOUR DATA SAFE?

In Short: We use professional security measures but acknowledge the inherent risks of the internet.


We have implemented technical and organizational security protocols to protect your information. While we strive for the highest standards of safety, please only access AIToolsAssociation.com within a secure environment.

 

7. PRIVACY RIGHTS (GDPR, UK, CANADA, CALIFORNIA)

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Request rectification or erasure.

  • Withdraw consent for marketing at any time.

  • California Residents: Under the “Shine The Light” law, you may request information about categories of data shared with third parties once a year.

 

To exercise these rights, please contact us by filling in a contact form.

 

8. DO-NOT-TRACK (DNT) FEATURES

Most browsers include a DNT setting. Currently, there is no industry-wide standard for DNT signals. Therefore, AIToolsAssociation does not currently respond to automated DNT browser signals.

 

9. UPDATES TO THIS NOTICE

We will update this notice to reflect changes in global privacy laws or Association policies. The "Last Updated" date at the top will indicate when changes were made. We encourage you to review this notice frequently.

 

10. HOW TO REVIEW, UPDATE, OR DELETE YOUR DATA

Based on the laws of your country/state, you may have the right to request access to your personal information. To review, update, or delete your data, please email us directly.

 

Contact Information:
AIToolsAssociation.com​

 

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