📍 Data Controller Information
Data Controller: AttBygga Sverige AB
Service: Truth Rater (truthrater.com)
Location: Sweden (EU)
Contact: support@truthrater.com
🔍 The Short Version
What we do: Provide completely free fact-checking powered by AI and real-time web search.
How we stay free: Supported by ethical advertising partnerships with Ezoic, a premium ad optimization platform.
Your data: We only collect essential data for the service and optional analytics. Ezoic handles advertising privacy separately.
Your control: Choose analytics preferences. Ezoic manages advertising consent with GDPR-compliant tools.
Your rights: Full GDPR rights apply - access, rectify, delete, or port your data anytime.
Ezoic Services
This website uses the services of Ezoic Inc. ("Ezoic"), including to manage third-party interest-based advertising. Ezoic may employ a variety of technologies on this website, including tools to serve content, display advertisements and enable advertising to visitors of this website, which may utilize first and third-party cookies.
A cookie is a small text file sent to your device by a web server that enables the website to remember information about your browsing activity. First-party cookies are created by the site you are visiting, while third-party cookies are set by domains other than the one you're visiting. Ezoic and our partners may place third-party cookies, tags, beacons, pixels, and similar technologies to monitor interactions with advertisements and optimize ad targeting. Please note that disabling cookies may limit access to certain content and features on the website, and rejecting cookies does not eliminate advertisements but will result in non-personalized advertising. You can find more information about cookies and how to manage them here.
The following information may be collected, used, and stored in a cookie when serving personalized ads:
- IP address
- Operating system type and version
- Device type
- Language preferences
- Web browser type
- Email (in a hashed or encrypted form)
Ezoic and its partners may use this data in combination with information that has been independently collected to deliver targeted advertisements across various platforms and websites. Ezoic's partners may also gather additional data, such as unique IDs, advertising IDs, geolocation data, usage data, device information, traffic data, referral sources, and interactions between users and websites or advertisements, to create audience segments for targeted advertising across different devices, browsers, and apps. You can find more information about interest-based advertising and how to manage them here.
You can view Ezoic's privacy policy here, or for additional information about Ezoic's advertising and other partners, you can view Ezoic's advertising partners here.
Legal Basis for Processing
Under GDPR Article 6, we process your data based on:
- Legitimate Interest (6.1.f): Providing fact-checking services, website functionality, security
- Consent (6.1.a): Optional analytics to improve our service
- Contract Performance (6.1.b): User accounts and saved preferences
Note: Ezoic handles advertising data processing under their own legal basis and privacy policy as described above.
What Information We Collect
| Type of Data | What We Collect | Legal Basis | Retention Period | Your Control |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Account Information | Email address, display name (if account created) | Contract Performance | Until account deletion | Delete account anytime |
| Fact-Check Requests | Text you submit for verification | Legitimate Interest | Not stored for anonymous users; Stored until deletion for authenticated users | Clear history anytime (authenticated users only) |
| Basic Analytics | Page views, popular features (optional) | Consent | 26 months | Withdraw consent anytime |
| Technical Logs | IP address, browser type (for security) | Legitimate Interest | 90 days | Contact us for access |
| Advertising Data | Managed entirely by Ezoic (see Ezoic disclosures above) | See Ezoic's Legal Basis | Per Ezoic's Policy | Ezoic consent tools |
How We Keep Truth Rater Free with Ezoic
Ezoic Partnership
Truth Rater partners with Ezoic to provide completely free fact-checking services:
- Premium Ad Platform: Ezoic is a Google Certified Publishing Partner that specializes in privacy-compliant advertising
- AI Optimization: Ezoic uses machine learning to optimize ad placement for better user experience and revenue
- GDPR Compliance: Ezoic automatically handles all advertising privacy requirements and consent management
- Separate Privacy Management: Ezoic manages advertising data under their own privacy policy (detailed above)
🛡️ How Ezoic Protects Your Privacy
- Automatic Consent Management: Ezoic shows appropriate consent dialogs for EU users
- GDPR Compliance: Full compliance with European data protection laws
- User Control: Easy opt-out from personalized advertising through industry-standard tools
- Transparency: Clear information about what data is used for advertising (detailed above)
- Data Security: Enterprise-grade security for all advertising data
Learn more: Ezoic Privacy Policy | Advertising Partners
Third-Party Services
Current Service Providers
- Google Cloud Platform (Gemini AI, Firebase): EU data centers, Standard Contractual Clauses
- Ezoic Advertising Platform: GDPR-compliant ad serving and optimization (detailed above)
- Google Analytics (Optional): Website usage analytics with user consent
- reCAPTCHA: Spam and abuse prevention
Ezoic Data Processing
As detailed in the Ezoic Services section above, Ezoic processes advertising data independently:
- Independent Controller: Ezoic acts as an independent data controller for advertising data
- GDPR Compliance: Ezoic is fully GDPR compliant and handles consent management
- EU Standards: Ezoic operates under appropriate legal frameworks for EU data protection
- User Rights: GDPR rights for advertising data are handled directly by Ezoic
- Transparency: Complete details provided in the Ezoic Services section above
Your GDPR Rights
For Truth Rater Data, you have the right to:
- Access (Art. 15): Get a copy of your personal data
- Rectification (Art. 16): Correct inaccurate information
- Erasure (Art. 17): Delete your data ("right to be forgotten")
- Restrict Processing (Art. 18): Limit how we use your data
- Data Portability (Art. 20): Receive your data in a standard format
- Object (Art. 21): Object to processing based on legitimate interest
- Withdraw Consent (Art. 7): Withdraw consent for analytics
Response time: We respond to all requests within 30 days
No fees: Exercising your rights is free
For Advertising Data (Managed by Ezoic):
Your GDPR rights regarding advertising data are handled directly by Ezoic:
- Access Ezoic Tools: Use industry-standard advertising preference tools
- Contact Ezoic: Reach out to Ezoic directly for advertising data requests
- Opt-Out Links: Use the links provided in the Ezoic Services section above
More information: Ezoic Privacy Policy
Cookies and Similar Technologies
Truth Rater Cookies
Essential Cookies (No Consent Required)
- User authentication and session management
- Security and fraud prevention (reCAPTCHA)
- Basic functionality and preferences
- Your privacy consent preferences
Analytics Cookies (Consent Required)
- Google Analytics (anonymized IP, 26-month retention)
- Usage statistics and performance monitoring
- Feature popularity and technical issue identification
Ezoic Advertising Cookies
Managed by Ezoic: All advertising cookies are managed by Ezoic as detailed in the Ezoic Services section above. This includes:
- Ad delivery and frequency capping
- Personalization (with your consent)
- Performance measurement and fraud prevention
- Revenue optimization and user experience improvement
Your Control: You can manage advertising cookies through the links provided in the Ezoic Services section above.
Data Collected: As detailed in the Ezoic Services section, this may include IP address, device type, browser information, and other technical data.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures including:
- Encryption: TLS 1.3 for data in transit, AES-256 for data at rest
- Access Controls: Role-based access, multi-factor authentication
- Infrastructure: Google Cloud Platform with SOC 2 Type II certification
- Monitoring: 24/7 security monitoring and incident response
- Partner Security: Ezoic maintains enterprise-grade security for advertising data
Children's Privacy
Truth Rater does not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16 (GDPR standard). If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the data immediately and may require parental consent for continued use. Ezoic has its own policies regarding children's data as outlined in their privacy policy.
Supervisory Authority
📞 Your Right to Complain
If you believe we've violated your privacy rights, you can file a complaint with:
Sweden (Datainspektionen):
- Website: www.imy.se
- Phone: +46 8 657 61 00
- Email: imy@imy.se
EU residents: You can also complain to your local data protection authority
For advertising issues: Contact Ezoic directly or your local data protection authority
Changes to This Policy
We will notify you of material changes by:
- Updating this page with a new "Last Updated" date
- For significant changes: New consent dialog will appear when you next visit
- For other changes: Email notification to registered users
- Maintaining previous versions for your reference
Contact Us
Truth Rater Inquiries:
- Email: support@truthrater.com
- For GDPR/Privacy requests: Include "PRIVACY REQUEST" in subject line
- For legal matters: Include "LEGAL" in subject line
- Response time: 30 days maximum for privacy requests, 5 business days for general support
Advertising/Ezoic Inquiries:
- Ezoic Privacy: Ezoic Privacy Policy
- Ezoic Advertising Partners: Partner List
- Ezoic Contact: Contact Ezoic directly for advertising-related privacy matters
AttBygga Sverige AB Business Address:
Lomma, Sweden
Our Commitment: As AttBygga Sverige AB, a Swedish company operating under GDPR, we are legally bound to protect your privacy. This policy reflects our actual practices - we believe transparency about data handling is essential for a trustworthy fact-checking service. Our partnership with Ezoic allows us to maintain the highest standards of both privacy protection and service quality while keeping Truth Rater completely free for all users.