Privacy Policy

Last updated: 1/8/2026

This Privacy Policy explains how sandiegoaduguide.com ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit or use our website (the "Site").

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

  • Information you provide: such as your name, email address, city, budget range, and any notes you share when you submit forms on the Site (for example, to request an ADU builder shortlist).
  • Usage data: basic information about how you use the Site, such as pages viewed, links clicked, and general interaction patterns.
  • Device and technical data: such as your browser type, device type, approximate location (city/region), and referrer URL. This may be collected through analytics tools or advertising scripts.

2. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences and improve the Site experience.
  • Measure traffic, engagement, and performance.
  • Support advertising, including Google AdSense and other ad networks, which may use cookies to show more relevant ads.

You can usually control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect how the Site functions for you.

3. Advertising (Including Google AdSense)

This Site may display ads served by Google or other third-party advertising partners. These partners may use cookies or similar technologies to:

  • Serve and measure ads on this Site.
  • Show ads based on your visits to this and other websites (interest-based advertising).

You can learn more about how Google uses information from sites that use its services and manage your ad settings by visiting Google's privacy and ads pages.

4. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to your inquiries and provide ADU builder suggestions or resources.
  • Improve and optimize the Site, including content and user experience.
  • Understand aggregate usage patterns and performance of the Site.
  • Send occasional emails if you have provided your email address and opted in to hear from us. You can unsubscribe at any time.

5. How We Share Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:

  • With service providers and tools that help us operate the Site, such as hosting, analytics, and email delivery.
  • With ADU builders or other partners, if you explicitly ask us to connect you or share your information for that purpose.
  • When required by law, regulation, legal process, or to protect our rights or the rights of others.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

7. Your Choices

  • You may request that we update or delete the information you have provided, subject to legal and operational requirements.
  • You can unsubscribe from email communications at any time by using the link provided in our emails (if applicable).
  • You can adjust your browser settings to limit or block cookies.

8. Children's Privacy

This Site is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted means you accept the updated Policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us through the Site or by email (if provided) and include "Privacy" in the subject line.

This Privacy Policy is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. You may wish to consult with an attorney to ensure your policies fully comply with applicable laws in your jurisdiction.

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