Effective Date: June 14, 2025
Website Owner: Sam Morgan
Contact Email: sambddiu@gmail.com
At DrillVilla.com, accessible from https://drillvilla.com/, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting any personal information you may provide. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data in compliance with advertising networks like Google AdSense and Ezoic, and in accordance with privacy laws such as GDPR, CCPA, and CalOPPA.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you visit our website:
a. Personal Data (voluntarily provided)
- Name and email address (when you contact us or subscribe)
- Any other personal information you voluntarily provide
b. Non-Personal Data (automatically collected)
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Device information
- Referring/exit pages
- Date/time stamps
- Clickstream data
This data is collected via cookies, web beacons, JavaScript, and log files by us and third-party services (e.g., analytics, advertising).
2. Use of Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We and third-party partners like Google and Ezoic use cookies to improve your experience and serve relevant advertisements.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files stored on your browser. These files allow websites to remember your actions and preferences.
Types of Cookies Used:
| Cookie Type | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Necessary | Enable core site functionality (e.g., page navigation) |
| Performance | Help analyze visitor behavior (e.g., time on site) |
| Functional | Remember preferences (e.g., language, layout) |
| Advertising | Personalize ads and limit ad repetition |
You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings. Learn more at All About Cookies.
3. Third-Party Advertising Networks
a. Google AdSense
We use Google AdSense to serve ads. Google uses cookies like the DART cookie to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites.
Google may use your data (excluding name, email, phone) to personalize ads under its Privacy & Terms page.
You can opt out of personalized ads by visiting:
https://adssettings.google.com
b. Ezoic
We work with Ezoic, a Google Certified Publishing Partner, for ad testing and optimization.
Ezoic uses cookies, analytics tags, and scripts to improve ad performance and user experience. Ezoic’s full privacy policy is available here:
https://g.ezoic.net/privacy/drillvilla.com
c. Other Ad Networks
We may also work with additional ad networks, including but not limited to:
- Mediavine
- PropellerAds
- Infolinks
These platforms may use cookies, pixels, or other technologies for tracking and ad targeting.
4. How We Use Your Information
Your information may be used for the following purposes:
- To operate and maintain the website
- To personalize your experience
- To display personalized or general ads
- To improve website performance and security
- To respond to inquiries and provide support
- To comply with legal obligations
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share limited anonymized data with:
- Advertising networks
- Website hosting providers
- Analytics services like Google Analytics
- Legal authorities (if required)
All partners are required to handle your data in compliance with applicable privacy laws.
6. User Rights by Region
a. EU & UK (GDPR)
If you’re in the EU or UK, you have rights to:
- Access and request a copy of your personal data
- Request correction or deletion of data
- Object to processing or restrict data usage
- Withdraw consent at any time
b. California (CCPA/CPRA)
Residents of California can:
- Request to know what personal data we collect and how we use it
- Request deletion of their data
- Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal data
- Designate an authorized agent to make these requests
To exercise your rights, email us at admin@drillvilla.com.
7. Consent and Cookie Management
When you first visit DrillVilla.com, we display a cookie consent banner to comply with GDPR and other consent laws. You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your preferences
If you’re in the EEA, UK, or California, your consent is required before we store or retrieve any data through non-essential cookies.
8. Data Retention and Security
We retain your personal data only as long as needed for the purposes described.
We use industry-standard security measures (HTTPS, firewall protection, access control) to safeguard your data from unauthorized access or disclosure.
9. Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to external sites, such as affiliate programs or informational blogs. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites.
10. Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
DrillVilla.com does not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided data, contact us, and we will delete it.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a new effective date. We recommend reviewing it periodically.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact:
Sam Morgan
Email: sambddiu@gmail.com
Website: https://drillvilla.com