Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 16, 2026

AQ Guide (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is owned and operated by New York Bird Media LLC, a New York limited liability company.

Business Address:
New York Bird Media LLC
4310 Ditmars Blvd, Suite 352
Astoria, NY 11105

Contact Email:
scott@nybm.co

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you visit https://aqguide.com (the “Site”) or otherwise interact with AQ Guide.

By using the Site, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide to Us

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

Name
Email address
Phone number (if provided)
Business name and contact details
Event submission details
Account registration information
Communications submitted through forms or email

If you submit an event, business listing, or other public content, that information may be displayed publicly on the Site.

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

IP address
Device identifiers
Browser type and version
Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Click behavior
Referring URLs
Approximate geographic location

This information is collected using cookies, pixels, analytics tools, and advertising technologies.

2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, tracking pixels, and similar technologies to:

Operate and secure the Site
Remember user preferences
Analyze traffic and engagement
Improve performance
Deliver advertising
Measure advertising effectiveness
Enable retargeting campaigns

These technologies may include:

Google Analytics
Meta (Facebook) Pixel
Programmatic advertising technologies
Third-party advertising and analytics providers

You may manage cookie preferences through:

Our cookie consent banner
Your browser settings
Industry opt-out tools such as:
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA)
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI)
- Global Privacy Control (GPC), where supported

Disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.

For more details, please see our Cookie Policy.

3. Programmatic and Interest-Based Advertising

AQ Guide may display advertisements through programmatic advertising platforms, ad exchanges, and advertising networks.

Our advertising partners may:

Use cookies or device identifiers
Collect browsing activity across websites
Deliver interest-based or personalized advertisements
Measure advertising performance

We do not sell personal information for monetary compensation. However, certain advertising-related data sharing may be considered “sharing” under applicable privacy laws.

You may opt out of targeted advertising by adjusting cookie preferences or submitting a request as described below.

4. Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to better understand how visitors interact with the Site.

Google may collect:

Device information
Browsing behavior
Approximate location data

You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On.

5. Meta (Facebook) Pixel

We use the Meta Pixel to:

Measure advertising performance
Build custom audiences
Deliver relevant advertisements on Meta platforms

Meta may collect browsing behavior and device information in accordance with its own privacy policy.

6. How We Use Information

We may use collected information to:

Send newsletters and updates
Publish event listings and business directory information
Respond to inquiries
Improve site functionality
Analyze audience engagement
Deliver advertising
Prevent fraud and misuse
Comply with legal obligations

You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email.

7. Sharing of Information

We may share information with trusted third parties that help operate the Site, including:

Website hosting providers
Email service providers
Analytics providers
Advertising partners and ad exchanges
Payment processors (if applicable)
Legal authorities if required by law

We do not sell personal information for monetary compensation.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights under applicable privacy laws, including the right to:

Request access to your personal information
Request correction of inaccurate data
Request deletion of your personal information
Opt out of targeted advertising
Opt out of certain data sharing practices

To submit a privacy request, contact:

Email: scott@nybm.co
Mail: New York Bird Media LLC
4310 Ditmars Blvd, Suite 352
Astoria, NY 11105

Please include “Privacy Request” in the subject line.

We will respond in accordance with applicable law.

We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

Provide services
Maintain business records
Comply with legal obligations
Resolve disputes
Enforce agreements

You may request deletion of your information at any time.

10. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Children’s Privacy

The Site is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

12. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, ticketing platforms, social media pages, or other external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.