Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 22, 2025

1. Who We Are

A&V Innovations provides training, resources, and consulting in maternal health, nonprofit leadership, and community-centered impact.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information when you visit https://www.aandvinnovations.com or any related pages we control that host our trainings, lead magnets, or forms (for example, course or download pages hosted via third-party platforms).

By using our website or engaging with our services, you consent to the data practices described below.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information in three ways:

1. Information you provide directly.

2. Information collected automatically.

3. Information from third-party sources (e.g., our email or course platforms).

A) Information You Provide

• Personal Identifiers & Contact Details: Name, email address, and phone number (if provided).

• Professional Information (Optional): Organization, title, and areas of interest.

• Messages & Content: Information submitted via forms, surveys, webinar registrations, or course/community discussions.

• Enrollment & Transaction Data: Signup details, date/time, and selected resources.

  • Payment Data: Processed securely by payment processors (e.g., Stripe or PayPal). We do not store payment card details.

• Health Information: We do not collect or store health information. Please do not submit personal health details. A&V Innovations is not a healthcare provider or HIPAA-covered entity.

B) Information Collected Automatically

We may automatically collect:

• Device & Usage Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, time/date stamps, and approximate location (city/region).

• Cookies & Similar Technologies: Pixels, tags, web beacons, and analytics tools to understand site usage and improve performance. See Section 4 for details.

C) Information from Third-Party Sources

We may receive limited data from:

• Email Marketing Platforms (e.g., Mailchimp): open/click rates, preferences.

• Course Platforms (e.g., Thinkific): enrollment, progress, completion.

• Scheduling & Survey Tools (e.g., Calendly, Google Forms): submitted responses.

We only collect what is necessary for legitimate operational purposes.

3. How We Use Information

We use collected data to:

• Respond to inquiries and provide support.

• Deliver trainings, downloads, newsletters, and course access.

• Operate and improve our website and services (analytics, diagnostics, security).

• Personalize communications and recommend relevant resources.

• Send marketing communications with your consent (opt-out available anytime).

• Fulfill legal obligations and enforce terms of service.

Legal Bases (where applicable):
Consent, contract performance, legitimate interest (e.g., security, service improvement), and compliance with law.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Types of Cookies Used:

• Strictly Necessary: Required for site functionality.

• Analytics/Performance: Used to understand and improve site experience.

• Functional: Remember preferences and form entries.

You can manage cookies through your browser or our cookie banner. Blocking some cookies may affect functionality.

Do Not Track (DNT)/Global Privacy Control (GPC):
We currently do not respond to DNT signals but honor GPC requests where technically feasible as an opt-out from non-essential tracking.

5. How We Share Information

We do not sell personal information.
We may share limited data with:

• Service Providers/Processors: Hosting, analytics, email delivery, course management, scheduling, and payments. All are bound by confidentiality agreements.

• Legal Compliance: To comply with laws or protect our rights and users.

• Business Transfers: If A&V Innovations merges or restructures, data may transfer under this Policy.

We do not engage in cross-context behavioral advertising without consent.

6. Data Retention

We retain data only as long as needed for the stated purposes or to meet legal requirements:

• Contact Forms: Up to 24 months after last interaction.

• Marketing Subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe or your email becomes inactive.

• Course Records: For access, certification, and compliance.

• Analytics Logs: Retained for short-term analysis or security monitoring.

7. Data Security

We use technical and organizational safeguards such as HTTPS/SSL encryption, access controls, and secure administrative systems.
While no system is 100% secure, we encourage you to use the Site in a secure environment and contact us immediately if you suspect unauthorized access.

8. Your Privacy Rights

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

• Access or correct your data.

• Request deletion or restriction.

• Object to processing.

• Receive a copy of your data (portability).

• Withdraw consent or unsubscribe from marketing at any time.

U.S. Residents

Certain states (e.g., CA, CO, CT, VA) provide additional rights, including opt-out and appeal rights. We do not sell personal information.

EEA/UK Residents

Under GDPR, A&V Innovations is the data controller for data collected through the Site. You may contact your local supervisory authority to file a complaint.

To exercise your rights:
Email [email protected] with “Privacy Request” in the subject line. We may verify your identity before acting on your request.

9. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in the U.S. or other countries with different data protection standards.
Where required, we use safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses for compliance.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 13 (U.S.) or 16 (EEA/UK).
If we become aware that a child has provided personal information, we will delete it promptly.

11. Third-Party Links & Integrations

We may include links or integrations (e.g., scheduling tools, surveys, social media).
We are not responsible for third-party privacy practices—please review their policies before sharing data.

12. Email Marketing & Communications

With your consent, we may send newsletters or updates. You can unsubscribe anytime.
Even after opting out, you may still receive non-marketing emails (e.g., course access or policy updates).

13. Policy Updates

We may revise this Policy periodically.
Changes will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date. Material updates will be highlighted when applicable.

14. Contact Us

A&V Innovations
Email: [email protected]
https://www.aandvinnovations.com

15. Region-Specific Disclosures

California (CPRA):
You may request access, correction, or deletion of data. We do not sell or share personal information. Sensitive data, if collected, is used only for essential purposes.

EEA/UK (GDPR):
We comply with GDPR legal bases described in Section 3 and maintain Data Processing Agreements with service providers.

16. Additional Notes

Platforms We Use (examples):
Website hosting, Google Analytics, Mailchimp, Thinkific, Calendly, Typeform, and payment processors (Stripe/PayPal). Providers may change periodically.

Data Minimization:
We collect only the data necessary to deliver services effectively.

User-Generated Content:
If you post in course discussions or communities, your name and comments may be visible to others. Please post responsibly.