Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 2026
Information We Collect
We collect information you voluntarily provide through our forms:
- Contact form: name, email, phone (optional), message
- Consultation request: name, company, email, phone, business type, revenue range, certification interest, NAICS code (optional), description
- Guide downloads: name, email, business type
- Newsletter: email address
We also collect standard analytics data through Google Analytics (GA4), including pages visited, referring URLs, device type, and general geographic location. This data is anonymized and does not personally identify you.
How We Use Your Information
- To respond to your inquiries and contact requests
- To connect you with qualified certification consultants who may assist with your DBE/ACDBE application (consultation requests)
- To send you the requested guide or resource (download requests)
- To send periodic updates about DBE certification (newsletter — with your consent)
- To improve our website content and user experience
Information Sharing
Consultation requests: When you submit a consultation request, your information may be shared with independent certification consultants who can assist you. By submitting the consultation form, you consent to this sharing.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes unrelated to DBE certification services.
We may share information with:
- Service providers (email delivery, analytics) who process data on our behalf
- Law enforcement when required by law
Cookies & Advertising
We use cookies for analytics (Google Analytics) and may display advertisements (Google AdSense). These services may use cookies to serve ads based on your browsing history. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to your personal data
- Request deletion of your personal data
- Opt out of marketing emails (unsubscribe link in every email)
- Opt out of sale/sharing of personal information (California residents per CCPA)
To exercise these rights, contact us.
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected and the right to request deletion. Contact us to exercise these rights.
Contact
For privacy-related inquiries, please use our contact form.