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Privacy Policy

How SommeTech LLC collects, uses, and protects information shared through our website and engagements.

Last updated: July 30, 2026

This policy is provided for business transparency and should be reviewed periodically as SommeTech's services, data practices, and legal obligations evolve.

Overview

SommeTech LLC ("SommeTech", "we", "our", or "us") respects the privacy of visitors to sommetech.com and clients we work with. This Privacy Policy describes the categories of information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding that information.

By using this website or submitting information through any of our forms, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

We collect information in two ways: information you provide directly, and information collected automatically as you use the site.

Information you provide: name, business name, email address, phone number, project details, and any other information you choose to share through our contact form, strategy call requests, or direct communication.
Automatically collected information: pages visited, referring URL, device and browser type, approximate location derived from IP address, and other technical data captured by analytics and server logs.
Cookies and similar technologies used by our analytics and performance tools to understand how visitors use the site and to improve it over time.

How We Use Information

We use the information we collect to operate our business, respond to inquiries, improve the website, and deliver the services our clients have engaged us to provide.

Responding to contact form submissions, project inquiries, and scheduling strategy calls.
Delivering, supporting, and improving the services we provide to clients.
Analyzing site usage to inform design, content, and product decisions.
Sending occasional service-related communications and project updates to active clients.
Complying with legal obligations and enforcing our agreements.

Google Ads API and Google User Data

SommeTech Campaign Research is an internal application used by authorized SommeTech personnel and contractors for keyword research, advertising planning, geographic demand analysis, reporting, and campaign preparation.

Information accessed

After an authorized user grants permission through Google OAuth, SommeTech may access information associated with authorized Google Ads accounts. Depending on the functions used, this information may include:

Google Ads customer and account identifiers.
Campaign, ad group, advertisement, and keyword information.
Keyword ideas and historical search metrics.
Geographic and language targeting information.
Search volume and historical trend information.
Advertising competition and bid-range estimates.
Campaign performance and reporting metrics.
Account configuration information necessary to provide authorized application functions.

SommeTech does not request access to personal Gmail messages, Google Drive documents, Google Contacts, or unrelated Google Account content through this application.

How information is used

Google user data and Google Ads information are used only to:

Provide keyword and market research.
Evaluate geographic search demand.
Prepare and improve advertising campaigns.
Produce internal research and performance reports.
Organize keyword, campaign, and landing-page recommendations.
Provide services requested by SommeTech clients.
Maintain, secure, and improve the authorized application functionality.

SommeTech does not use Google Ads data for unrelated advertising, consumer profiling, or the sale of user information.

Sharing and disclosure

SommeTech does not sell or rent Google user data. Google user data may be accessible only to:

Authorized SommeTech employees and contractors who require access to perform approved work.
Infrastructure and service providers necessary to securely host, operate, maintain, or support the application.
Governmental or legal authorities when disclosure is required by applicable law or valid legal process.

Service providers are permitted to process information only as necessary to provide their contracted services and are expected to protect the information they handle.

Data protection

SommeTech uses reasonable administrative and technical safeguards designed to protect Google user data, including:

Server-side credential handling.
Restricted access based on operational need.
Secure authentication and authorization procedures.
Transport encryption for supported application communications.
Separation of public website interfaces from private credentials.
Monitoring and maintenance intended to prevent unauthorized access.

OAuth client secrets, developer tokens, refresh tokens, and other private credentials are not intentionally exposed through public website interfaces.

Data retention and deletion

SommeTech retains Google Ads research data and authorized account information only for as long as reasonably necessary to provide requested services, maintain business records, satisfy legal obligations, resolve disputes, and support authorized reporting or analysis.

When information is no longer required for these purposes, SommeTech may delete, anonymize, aggregate, or securely dispose of it, subject to applicable legal and contractual requirements.

An authorized user or client may request deletion of stored information by contacting SommeTech. SommeTech will evaluate and process valid deletion requests subject to legal, contractual, security, and record-retention obligations.

Revoking access

Users may revoke SommeTech Campaign Research access through their Google Account's third-party access settings. Users may also contact SommeTech to request that an authorized Google Ads connection be removed.

Limited use

SommeTech's use and transfer of information received from Google APIs will comply with the Google API Services User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements, where applicable.

Contact

Questions or requests concerning Google Ads API data, account authorization, retention, or deletion may be submitted through the SommeTech contact page or by emailing noble@sommetech.com.

How We Share Information

We do not sell personal information. We share information only as needed to operate the business, deliver services, and meet legal obligations.

Trusted third-party service providers (such as hosting, analytics, email, and payment processors) that help us operate the site and deliver our services. These providers are contractually obligated to protect the information they handle.
When required by law, regulation, court order, or other valid legal process.
In connection with a business transaction such as a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, in which case the receiving party will be bound by terms consistent with this policy.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

Your Choices

You can choose not to provide personal information through our forms, but doing so may limit our ability to respond to inquiries or deliver requested services.

You can opt out of non-essential communications at any time by replying to the message or contacting us directly.
Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. Refusing cookies may affect site functionality.
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete personal information we hold about you. Contact us to make a request.

Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

This site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Material changes will be communicated where appropriate.

Contact Us

Questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information? Reach out through our contact page or email us directly. We aim to respond within one business day.