Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://business-listings-google-nsw.thebestlocalpro.com (hereafter referred to as “Business Listings,” “we,” or “our”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This comprehensive Privacy Policy explains how we handle data collected through our website, applications, services, and products, in alignment with various global privacy laws, including but not limited to:

  • Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
  • Quebec Law 25
  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union (EU)
  • Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD) of Brazil
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)/California Consumer Privacy Rights Act (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 online presence, including but not limited to:

  1. Our official website at https://business-listings-google-nsw.thebestlocalpro.com
  2. Mobile applications and services offered by Business Listings
  3. Interactive features on our platforms where users can engage with content, services, or other users
  4. Any third-party tools or integrations accessed through our website that we do not control directly, as these are subject to their respective privacy policies.

Processing Activities

This Privacy Policy outlines the practices related to:

  1. User accounts and authorized access to our services
  2. Website visits and interactions, including browsing behaviors
  3. Communication from Business Listings, such as newsletters, emails, phone calls, or text messages (SMS)

Personal Data Collection

We collect various categories of personal information (hereafter “Personal Data”) to enhance user experiences, improve our services, and facilitate communication. The types of data we gather include:

  1. Account Information: This includes usernames, passwords, contact details, and profile settings used to create and manage user accounts on our platforms.
  2. Payment Information: Details related to payment methods, billing addresses, and transaction history for processing purchases or subscriptions.
  3. Financial Information: Records of financial transactions, including banking information, for internal accounting and fraud prevention purposes.
  4. Purchase Information: Data about products or services purchased from our platform, such as order details, quantities, and preferences.
  5. Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers associated with mobile devices used to access our apps, such as device model, operating system, and advertising IDs.
  6. Location Data: Geographic coordinates and location-based services data provided by users’ devices when they interact with our location-enabled features.
  7. Feedback and Reviews: Comments, suggestions, and ratings submitted by users to help us improve our products and services.
  8. Social Media Information: Publicly available data from social media platforms when users choose to connect their accounts for seamless access or sharing.
  9. Product Interest: Information about products viewed, searched for, or added to a shopping cart on our e-commerce platform.

We collect this data through direct user input, interactions with our platforms, and automated technologies, including cookies and similar tracking tools. Additionally, we may receive Personal Data from third parties who assist us in providing services, subject to their privacy agreements.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We employ cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance user experiences and gather analytics on website usage. Cookies can be categorized as:

  1. Strictly Necessary: These ensure basic functions of our websites, such as enabling secure connections and remembering user preferences.
  2. Preference: Cookies in this category remember settings and choices you’ve made while using our sites to personalize your experience.
  3. Analytics: Used by our analytics providers to track website usage, gather statistics, and gain insights into how our platforms are used.

Users can manage non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing them to control their tracking preferences.

Data Retention and Deletion

We follow strict data retention policies to ensure that we only keep Personal Data for as long as it is necessary for the purposes specified in this Privacy Policy or required by law. When these purposes are fulfilled, we securely delete or anonymize the data. Our retention periods may vary depending on:

  • Legal obligations and regulatory requirements
  • Business needs, such as accounting, tax, and financial reporting
  • Product development and improvement
  • Customer support and service

Security Measures

We take significant measures to safeguard Personal Data by implementing robust security protocols and employing secure third-party processing services. These include:

  • Encryption of data at rest and in transit
  • Access controls and restrictions based on the principle of least privilege
  • Regular security assessments and penetration testing
  • Training for employees on data protection best practices
  • Engagement with trusted third-party service providers who adhere to strict privacy and security standards

Children’s Privacy

We do not intentionally collect Personal Data from children under the age of 18. If we become aware that a user is under 18, we will take steps to delete any associated data from our systems unless required by law to maintain such data.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction and local laws, you may have certain rights regarding your Personal Data, including:

  • Access to request information about the data we hold about you.
  • Rectification or erasure of inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Restriction on processing your data under specific circumstances.
  • Portability of your data, allowing you to receive a copy in a structured, commonly used format.
  • Objection to the processing of your data for specific purposes.
  • Right not to be subject to automated decision-making or profiling, except where the law permits.
  • The right to file appeals or complaints with relevant supervisory authorities.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact our privacy team at your earliest convenience using the contact details provided below.

Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any modifications will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage users to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect their privacy.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding your privacy, or if you wish to exercise any of your data rights, please contact us:

We are dedicated to addressing your inquiries promptly and efficiently.