Privacy Policy
Last Updated: [February 26th, 2026]

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Ed Ayala (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects information when you visit edayala.com (the “Site”) and when you interact with our services, including any forms, email communications, or text messaging programs.

By using the Site, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

If you have questions, contact us at [email protected].

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information that you choose to provide directly, including:

- Name

- Email address

- Phone number

- Current occupation and professional background

- Information about your goals and professional interests

- Details you submit through “Work With Ed” or other inquiry forms

- Any other information you choose to share in messages or forms

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect:

IP address

Browser type and operating system

Pages visited, time spent, and referring URLs

General location based on IP address

Cookies and similar tracking technologies

This helps us understand how visitors use the Site and improve performance and security.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for purposes such as:

Operating and maintaining the Site

Responding to your questions and inquiries

Reviewing professional inquiry forms and determining appropriate next steps

Communicating with you about leadership, business development, or related services

Sending, where permitted, informational or promotional content you choose to receive

Analyzing Site performance and improving user experience

Protecting against fraud, abuse, or unauthorized access

Complying with legal obligations and enforcing our policies

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

Remember your preferences

Measure Site traffic and usage patterns

Improve content and functionality

You can usually control cookies in your browser settings. If you disable cookies, some features of the Site may not work as intended.

5. Information Sharing

5.1 No Sharing of Mobile Information for Marketing

No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Information sharing to subcontractors in support services, such as customer service or technical providers, is permitted. All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt‑in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

5.2 Service Providers

- We may share information with carefully selected service providers that help us operate the Site and deliver our services, such as:

- Website hosting and infrastructure

- Email and communication tools

- Analytics and performance tools

- Customer support platforms

These providers are allowed to use information only as needed to perform services on our behalf and must protect it appropriately.

5.3 Text Messaging Program

If you opt in to receive SMS or MMS messages from us:

We may send informational messages and, where you have consented, occasional marketing or promotional messages related to leadership, business, and professional development.

Message frequency may vary.

Message and data rates may apply.

Text messaging originator opt‑in data and consent are used only to support our text messaging program and are shared only with aggregators and text message service providers who help deliver messages.

All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt‑in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties, excluding aggregators and providers of the text message services.

5.4 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if we believe in good faith that such action is necessary to:

Comply with a legal obligation or request

Protect and defend our rights or property

Protect the safety of users or the public

Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing

6. SMS / Text Message Privacy and Choices

If you participate in our SMS program:

You can opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message.

You can reply HELP for assistance or contact [email protected].

Message and data rates may apply, and message frequency may vary.

Again, no mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. Text message opt‑in data and consent are only used to operate the messaging program.

7. Data Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect the information we collect. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. You use the Site and provide information at your own risk.

8. Data Retention

We keep information for as long as necessary to:

Provide services and maintain business records

Fulfill legal, tax, and regulatory requirements

Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

When information is no longer needed, we may delete it, anonymize it, or store it securely according to applicable law.

9. Your Choices

You may:

Unsubscribe from marketing emails using the link in the message

Opt out of SMS messages by texting STOP

Request updates or corrections to your contact details

To exercise your choices, contact [email protected].

10. Children’s Privacy

The Site is intended for adults and is not directed to children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you believe a child has provided information to us, please contact us so we can remove it.

11. International Users

The Site is operated from the United States. If you access the Site from outside the U.S., you understand that your information may be processed and stored in the U.S., where privacy laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Site after any changes means you accept the updated Policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact:

Ed Ayala
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://edayala.com