Privacy Policy

Local Biz Boost understands the importance of your personal privacy. We created this Privacy Policy so that you know how we use and disclose your information when you make it available to us.

This Privacy Policy discloses our practices regarding information collection and usage on the website located at https://blog.localbizboost.com/, the related mobile website, and any mobile application (collectively, the "Websites") and the service provided thereon (the "Service").

By using or accessing the Websites and the Service, you signify your agreement to be bound by this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to this Privacy Policy, you may not access or otherwise use our Service.

Key aspects of the privacy practices described here include: the information we collect and why; how we use that information; how we share it; and the choices we offer.

Personally identifiable information we collect

We may ask you for, or you may voluntarily submit, personally identifiable information when using the Service. This may include, but is not limited to:

• Your name;
• Your contact information (including, without limitation, address and email address);
• Your IP address; and
• Other personal information.

Non-personal or aggregate information we collect

When you access our Service, we may automatically collect non-personally identifiable information such as IP host address, web pages viewed, browser type, operating system, referring service, search information, device type, page views, and browsing habits. We may aggregate demographic information (such as the number of users in a geographic location) in a manner that does not identify any individual, and may develop aggregate information by anonymizing previously collected personal information.

When collecting non-personal information through automatic means, we may unintentionally collect personal information mixed in with it. We make reasonable efforts to prevent this. If you believe we have inadvertently collected your personal information, please notify us at support@localbizboost.com.

SMS and mobile messaging

No mobile opt-in will be shared with third parties for marketing purposes. You can opt out of communications anytime by texting STOP. You can get support regarding SMS messaging by texting HELP. Message and data rates may apply, and message frequency may vary.

How we use your information

We will only use your personally identifiable information as described below, unless you specifically consent to another use:

• To provide the Service you requested;
• To respond to your inquiries or requests;
• To send you emails about our services. We will not provide your information to third parties for them to contact you directly unless permitted by this Privacy Policy or with your consent;
• To share with third parties (collectively, the "Third Party Vendors") to further the purpose for which you provided the information. For example, we may share your information with our email service providers for the purpose of sending emails. We urge you to read the privacy practices of our Third Party Vendors before submitting information through the Service;
• To disclose as required by law or legal process;
• To investigate suspected fraud, harassment, or other violations of any law, rule, regulation, or our policies;
• To transfer in connection with the sale, merger, or change of control of Local Biz Boost or the division responsible for the relevant services; and
• To share with an affiliate in the same corporate family, as long as their privacy practices are substantially similar to ours.

Non-personal or aggregate information may be used for any purpose permitted by law and shared with any number of parties, provided it does not specifically identify you.

Cookies and similar technologies

"Cookies" are pieces of information placed on your computer to facilitate and enhance your interaction with a service. We may use cookies (and similar items such as clear GIFs, web beacons, and tags) to customize your visit and to enhance our Service. We may also place cookies from third-party service providers, such as an analytics provider that helps us analyze Service usage. You may stop or restrict cookies by adjusting your browser preferences; the Service will still work, though some functionality may be affected. Cookies are not used by us to automatically retrieve personally identifiable information from your computer without your knowledge.

If you delete your cookies, change browsers, or use a different device, our cookie (or an opt-out cookie) may no longer work and you will have to reset your preferences.

Analytics and conversion tracking

We may use analytics services that use cookies, JavaScript, and similar technologies to help us analyze how users use the Service. Information generated about your use (including your IP address or a truncated version of it) is transmitted to and stored by analytics service providers. Those providers use this information to evaluate use of the Service, compile reports on activity, and provide related services.

For example, we use Google Analytics (the "Analytics Service"), a web-based tool that helps us understand how visitors engage with our site. The Analytics Service collects information anonymously and reports trends without identifying individual visitors. You can opt out of the Analytics Service without affecting how you visit our site. For more information on opting out of Google Analytics across all websites, visit https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout. We may also use Google conversion tracking and similar services.

Automatically collected information

When you access the Service or open one of our HTML emails, we may automatically record certain information using cookies and other tracking technologies. This may include your IP address, a unique user ID, device type and identifiers, browser type and language, referring and exit pages, platform type, the pages you access, number of clicks, time spent on pages, and the dates and times you visit. Depending on the law of your country of residence, your IP address may be considered personally identifiable information.

Security

The security of your personally identifiable information is very important to us. When we collect it online, we use reasonable efforts to protect it from unauthorized access. However, due to the inherent open nature of the Internet, we cannot guarantee it will be completely free from unauthorized access, and your use of our Service demonstrates your assumption of this risk. We have reasonable physical, electronic, and managerial procedures in place to safeguard the information we collect. Only employees who need access to perform their duties are authorized to have it. For more on protecting your privacy, visit www.ftc.gov/privacy.

Your disclosures in blogs and social media

Personally identifiable information you voluntarily include or transmit in a publicly accessible blog, chat room, social media platform, or open forum may be viewed and used by others without restriction. We cannot control such uses, and by using the Service you assume the risk that information you provide may be viewed and used by third parties.

If you connect a third-party service (such as Facebook or Twitter) through a link on the Service, or otherwise link your Local Biz Boost account with a third-party service, we may share the contents of your post and associated information (such as your user name and relevant usage information) with that third party. Once shared, the use of your information is subject to that service's privacy policy, and this Privacy Policy will not apply.

Protection for children

We generally do not collect personally identifiable information from children under the age of 13. If we ever plan to, such collection and use will, where required, comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act ("COPPA"), and appropriate consent from the child's parent or guardian will be sought where required. When we become aware that information from a child under 13 has been collected without such consent, we will use all reasonable efforts to delete it.

Other services

As a convenience, we may provide links to third-party services from within our Service. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. When you link away from our Service, you do so at your own risk.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We reserve the right, at our discretion, to change, modify, add, or remove portions of this Privacy Policy at any time. If we ever plan to use personally identifiable information in a way that materially differs from this policy, we will post the changes here and provide an opportunity to opt out. Your continued use of the Service following any changes means you accept them.

Opt-out process

You may make unsubscribe or opt-out requests by clicking the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of the relevant email, or by replying "STOP." We will process your request within a reasonable time. We are not responsible for, and in some cases cannot, remove your information from the lists of any third party previously provided your information in accordance with this policy or your consent; you should contact such third parties directly. To update or correct any information you have provided, please email us at support@localbizboost.com.

Communications with Local Biz Boost

By providing your contact information (including your email address, physical address, and phone number, collectively the "Channels"), you expressly consent to receive communications from us. We may use the Channels to send information you have requested or information about other products or services from us or our business partners. We will not give your contact information to another party to promote their products or services directly to you without your consent or as set forth in this Privacy Policy.

By using the Service, you consent to receive in-product communications from us. By providing your phone number, you consent to receive phone calls and text messages from us. Any calls or text messages may cause you to incur charges from your wireless carrier; message and data rates may apply, and you are solely responsible for any such carrier charges.

Any communication or material you transmit to us, including data, questions, comments, or suggestions, is treated as non-confidential and non-proprietary. Except as expressly covered by this Privacy Policy, anything you transmit may be used by us for any purpose, and you agree that we are free to use any ideas, concepts, know-how, or techniques contained in your communications without compensation.

No rights of third parties

This Privacy Policy does not create rights enforceable by third parties, nor does it require disclosure of any personal information relating to users of the Service.

Site terms of use

Use of this Service is governed by, and subject to, the Terms & Conditions located at https://blog.localbizboost.com/terms-conditions (the "Terms"). This Privacy Policy is incorporated into the Terms. Your use or access of the Service constitutes your agreement to be bound by these provisions.

Servers

Our servers are maintained in the United States. By using the Service, you specifically consent to export your personally identifiable information to the United States and to store and use it there as specified in this Privacy Policy. You understand that data stored in the United States may be subject to lawful requests by U.S. courts or law enforcement.

Governing law

This Privacy Policy and our legal obligations are subject to the laws of the State of New Mexico, regardless of your location. You consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of and venue in the courts located in the State of New Mexico for all disputes arising out of or relating to the Service.

Contact

For questions or concerns relating to privacy, contact us at support@localbizboost.com.