Terms of Service and Policies
Effective Date: April 16, 2026
This page provides access to the terms and policies governing your use of DeSotoState.com and, where applicable, your professional engagement with DeSoto & State Communications, Inc.
We maintain these documents to ensure transparency in how the Website operates, how information is handled, and the terms that apply to our services.
Website Terms of Service
These terms govern your access to and use of the Website, including content, functionality, and permitted use. They define acceptable behavior, intellectual property rights, and limitations of liability.
One-on-One Sessions Terms of Service
These terms apply to any individual consulting, advisory, or one-on-one services provided by DeSoto & State. They outline the scope of services, payment terms, and responsibilities of both parties.
View One-on-One Sessions Terms of Service
Client Terms & Conditions
These terms govern professional services provided by DeSoto & State Communications, Inc. to business, nonprofit and individual clients. They apply to proposals, estimates, statements of work and other client engagements, and outline each party's responsibilities, payment terms, ownership of work product and other conditions governing the engagement.
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Privacy Policy
This policy explains how we collect, use, and process personal information. It also describes your rights under applicable laws, including the GDPR and CCPA/CPRA.
Cookies Policy
This policy explains how cookies and similar technologies are used on the Website, including the types of cookies in use, their purpose, and how you can manage your preferences.
Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to access, correct, delete, or limit certain uses of your data.
If you are a California resident, you may opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information by visiting the Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information page.
Generative AI Usage Policy
DeSoto & State uses artificial intelligence to handle routine, repetitive and time-intensive tasks such as transcription, information organization and preliminary research. This allows our team to focus more time on strategy, judgment, writing, relationships and the individual needs of each client.
Every client-facing or publicly distributed work product receives substantive human review. DeSoto & State verifies material claims, makes the final editorial decisions and accepts responsibility for everything we deliver.
View the Generative AI Usage Policy
Contact
If you have questions regarding these terms or policies, or if you wish to exercise your rights, please contact:
DeSoto & State Communications, Inc.
7301 W. 25th St. Suite 256
North Riverside, Illinois 60546
compliance@desotostate.com
(773) 789-9782