Effective Date: 3-8-2025
At Newton Marketing Network (“we,” “our,” or “us”), we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all individuals and organizations we engage with—including research respondents, clients, and visitors to our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information across our services.
01: Scope of This Policy
This Privacy Policy applies to:
- Respondents: Individuals who participate in market research studies we recruit for.
- Clients: Businesses and organizations that engage us for research and recruiting services.
- Website Visitors: Individuals who access or interact with our website and online platforms.
02: Information We Collect
a: Respondents
- Personal Identifiers: Name, email, phone, mailing address.
- Demographics: Age, gender, household size, occupation, income range, or other profiling information.
- Research Data: Survey answers, interview responses, focus group contributions, and recordings (with consent).
- Technical Data: Device type, browser, and IP address when interacting with digital surveys or portals.
b: Clients
- Business Contact Details: Company name, contact person, role, email, phone, billing information.
- Service Information: Project specifications, contracts, and communications.
c: Website Visitors
- Usage Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and site navigation behavior.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: To enhance website functionality, analytics, and marketing preferences (see Section 9).
03: How We Use Information
We use personal information for purposes including:
- For Respondents:
- Screening and eligibility verification for research studies.
- Scheduling and study-related communication.
- Compensating participants, where applicable.
- Analyzing and reporting anonymized, aggregated research findings.
- For Clients:
- Delivering recruiting and research services.
- Contract management, billing, and customer support.
- Communicating about services, updates, and proposals.
- For Website Visitors:
- Improving site functionality and performance.
- Understanding visitor engagement for analytics.
- Managing security and preventing fraudulent activities.
04: Information Sharing
We do not sell personal information. We may share information in limited ways:
- With Clients: Only aggregated or anonymized research findings are shared. Personally identifiable respondent data is never disclosed without explicit consent.
- With Service Providers: Technology platforms, survey software, payment processors, and contractors that support our services. All are contractually obligated to protect your data.
- Legal and Compliance: If required by law, regulation, or valid legal process.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, personal information may be transferred with appropriate safeguards.
05: Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Request deletion of your personal information.
- Restrict or object to certain data uses.
- Withdraw consent at any time, where consent was previously given.
- Opt out of cookies or marketing communications.
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@newtonmarketingnetwork.com .
06: Data Retention
We retain information only as long as necessary:
- Respondent data is stored until completion of research and payment distribution, then anonymized or deleted.
- Client data is retained for the duration of the business relationship and any legally required period.
- Website visitor logs are generally retained for a limited time for analytics and security.
07: Data Security
We use appropriate technical, organizational, and administrative safeguards to protect personal information, including encryption, secure servers, and restricted access. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
08: Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 16 without parental consent. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete it promptly.
09: Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze traffic.
- Necessary Cookies: Essential for site functionality.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the site.
- Preference Cookies: Save your settings and preferences.
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
10: International Data Transfers
If you are located outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred and stored in the U.S. We take steps to ensure such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.
11: Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Updates will be posted with a revised “Effective Date.”
12: Contact Us
For questions, concerns, or to exercise your rights, please contact:
Newton Marketing Network
PO BOX 382746 Duncanville TX 75138
privacy@newtonmarketingnetwork.com
214-868-4837