Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://local-seo-for-small-businesses.storysurge.net (hereafter referred to as “Local SEO for Small Businesses” or “we”). We are dedicated to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This comprehensive Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, handling, and protection of your information in accordance with various international privacy laws and regulations, including:

  • Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
  • Quebec Law 25
  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union
  • Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD) of Brazil
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA)
  • Colorado Privacy Act (CPA)
  • Utah Consumer Privacy Act (UCPA)
  • Connecticut Total Data Protection Act (CTDPA)
  • Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)
  • Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa, and more.

Scope

This policy covers all aspects of our services, including but not limited to:

Please be informed that this policy does not extend to third-party websites, applications, or services accessible via external links on our site. These entities have their own privacy policies governing data collection and usage.

Processing Activities

This Privacy Policy guides your interactions when:

  1. You sign up and use our applications as an authorized user.
  2. You visit any of our websites linked to this statement.
  3. You communicate with us through emails, calls, or text messages (SMS).

Personal Data Collection

We collect multiple types of personal information from users, which includes:

  • Account Details: User registration and account creation information.
  • Payment Information: Credit card details and billing addresses used for transactions.
  • Financial Records: Transaction history and banking information for processing payments.
  • Purchase Data: Items bought, purchase frequency, and order history.
  • Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique device IDs, IP addresses, and mobile network data from your smartphone or tablet.
  • Location Data: Geolocation information provided when you interact with our services.
  • Feedback and Reviews: Comments, ratings, and reviews left by users.
  • Social Media Profiles: Information obtained through social media integrations (if linked).
  • Product Interactions: Search history, product preferences, and purchases made on our site.

We gather this data through direct user input, automatic tracking technologies, and information shared by third parties.

Cookies

Local SEO for Small Businesses uses cookies to enhance your experience and analyze website performance:

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies: Essential for navigating the website and providing basic functionalities.
  • Preference Cookies: Remembering user preferences, such as language settings.
  • Analytics Cookies: Tracking website usage and gathering statistical data to improve our services.

Users have control over non-essential cookies through our built-in Cookie Manager.

Retention and Deletion

We store personal data only for as long as necessary or required by law. Once the purpose of data collection is fulfilled, we securely delete or anonymize your information. Specific retention periods may vary based on legal obligations and business requirements.

Security Measures

Implementing robust security protocols is our top priority to safeguard your data:

  • Data Encryption: We use encryption for secure data transmission and storage.
  • Secure Third-Party Processing: Engaging trusted third-party service providers who adhere to strict privacy standards.

Children’s Privacy

We do not intentionally collect or seek to obtain personal information from children under the age of 18. If you believe we have collected such data by mistake, please contact us immediately, and we will take prompt action to rectify the issue.

Your Rights (depending on your jurisdiction)

In accordance with applicable laws, users may have various rights regarding their personal data:

  • Access and rectification of their information.
  • Request for erasure or deletion of data.
  • Restriction or object to the processing of their data.
  • Right to data portability, allowing them to move their data to another controller.
  • Right to withdraw consent at any time without impacting the legality of prior processing.
  • File a complaint with a privacy regulatory authority and appeal/complaint mechanisms.

To exercise these rights or have any data-related inquiries, please reach out to our dedicated privacy team using the contact details provided below.

Changes to Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any modifications will be posted on this page, and we encourage users to review it periodically.

Contact Information

For privacy-related matters, including inquiries, unsubscribe requests, or feedback, please contact us: