Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 23, 2025

Last Updated: May 23, 2025

1. Introduction

Good Governance Consulting LLC, hereto referred to as Good Gov AI ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our legislative assistant application ("Service").

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Account Information: Name, email address, and basic profile information to verify the account (whether you create an account directly with us using email and password, or sign in through Google or Meta platforms)
• Authentication Data: Encrypted passwords for direct account creation (we do not store plain text passwords)
• User Content: Messages, queries, and testimony drafts you submit through our Service
• Contact Information: Email address for newsletter subscriptions and communications

Important Note: AI queries are currently anonymized and are not associated with your specific user account.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Usage Data: How you interact with our Service, including pages visited, features used, and time spent
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type, and IP address
• Location Data: General location information (city/state level) to provide relevant legislative information
• Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience

2.3 Information from Third Parties

• Google Services: If you choose to log in through Google, we may receive basic profile information (name, email, profile picture) as permitted by your Google account settings
• Meta Platforms: If you choose to log in through Facebook or Instagram, we may receive basic profile information as permitted by your privacy settings
• Government Data: Publicly available legislative information, committee schedules, and legislator contact information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain our Service
• Process your requests for legislative assistance
• Generate personalized content and recommendations
• Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
• Improve our Service through analytics
• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect against fraud and abuse

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

4.1 With Your Consent

We may share information when you explicitly consent to such sharing.

4.2 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Service, including:

• Cloud hosting providers
• Analytics services
• Customer support platforms

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government request.

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure data storage practices

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Specific retention periods include:

• Account information: Until you delete your account
• Usage data: Up to 2 years for analytics purposes
• Newsletter subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

7.1 Access and Portability

Request access to your personal information and receive a copy in a portable format.

7.2 Correction

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.

7.3 Deletion

Request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.

7.4 Opt-Out

Unsubscribe from marketing communications or opt-out of certain data processing.

7.5 Data Portability

Request transfer of your data to another service provider. To exercise these rights, contact us at support@goodgov.ai.

8. Third-Party Authentication Services

8.1 Google Sign-In

If you use our Service through Google Sign-In:

• We only access basic profile information you explicitly authorize
• We comply with Google's API Services User Data Policy
• You can revoke our access through your Google account settings
• We do not store Google login credentials

8.2 Meta Platform Integration

If you use our Service through Meta platforms (Facebook, Instagram):

• We only access information you explicitly authorize
• We comply with Meta's Platform Policy and Data Use Policy
• You can revoke our access through your Meta account settings
• We do not store Meta login credentials

8.3 Direct Account Creation

If you create an account directly with us:

• Passwords are encrypted and securely stored
• We follow industry-standard security practices
• You can update your password at any time through account settings

9. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

For users in the European Economic Area, we process your data based on:

• Consent for newsletter subscriptions and optional features
• Contract performance for providing our Service
• Legitimate interests for Service improvement and security
• Legal obligations for compliance requirements

13. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes with your consent, using clear natural language that complies with state and federal regulations. Notification methods include:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Sending email notifications to registered users
• Displaying prominent notices within our Service

14. Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, contact us:

Email: info@goodgov.ai

Address: 5557 Baltimore Ave, Ste. 500-1022, Hyattsville, MD 20781

Phone: (301) 531-4723

15. Compliance Certifications

We are committed to maintaining compliance with applicable privacy laws and industry standards, including:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• Meta Platform Policies
• SOC 2 Type II standards (if applicable)