Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Last Updated: November 2, 2025
Introduction
Welcome to our directory service ("Directory", "we", "us", or "our"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit and use our directory website. Please read this policy carefully to understand our views and practices regarding your personal data.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
When you use our Directory, we may collect information that you voluntarily provide, including:
- Listing Submissions: Business names, descriptions, contact information, and other details when submitting entries to our directory
- Account Information: Name, email address, and password when creating an account
- Communications: Messages, feedback, or inquiries you send to us
- User-Generated Content: Reviews, ratings, comments, or other content you post on the Directory
Automatically Collected Information
When you access our Directory, we automatically collect certain information:
- Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent on pages, links clicked, and navigation patterns
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address, and device identifiers
- Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience (see our Cookie Policy for details)
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Directory Operations: To display, organize, and maintain directory listings
- User Accounts: To create and manage your account and preferences
- Communication: To respond to inquiries, send updates, and provide customer support
- Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our Directory's functionality
- Security: To detect, prevent, and address fraud, security issues, or technical problems
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We respect your privacy and do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:
- Public Listings: Information submitted for directory listings is publicly visible to all users
- Service Providers: Trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our Directory (e.g., hosting, analytics)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
- Consent: With your explicit consent for specific purposes
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Directory listings remain active until removed by the submitter or our moderation team.
Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
- Objection: Object to certain processing of your information
- Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Directory uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyze usage, and deliver personalized content. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. For detailed information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
Third-Party Links
Our Directory may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access.
Children's Privacy
Our Directory is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Directory after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, we are committed to addressing your concerns and protecting your privacy.