Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

At https://local-businesses-wodonga-vic.thebestlocalpro.com (hereinafter referred to as ‘the Company’, ‘we’, or ‘our’), we prioritize the privacy and security of your personal data. This comprehensive Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the gathering, storage, access, and management of personal information in alignment with numerous global privacy regulations, including but not limited to:

  • Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
  • Quebec Law 25 on the protection of personal information
  • The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union
  • Brazil’s Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD)
  • California’s Consumer Privacy Act (CPPA/CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
  • Colorado’s Consumer Protection Act (CPA)
  • Utah’s Consumer Sales and Service Act (UCPA)
  • Connecticut’s Consumer Data Protection Act (CTDPA)
  • Virginia’s Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)
  • South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)

Scope

This policy is applicable to all aspects of our online presence, including but not limited to:

  1. Our official website at https://local-businesses-wodonga-vic.thebestlocalpro.com.
  2. Any applications, services, and products offered by us under this domain.
  3. Interactions on our platforms, whether as an authorized user or visitor.
  4. Communications initiated or received from our team, such as newsletters, emails, phone calls, or text messages (SMS).

Please note that this policy does not extend to third-party platforms, applications, products, or services accessed through links on our site, as they follow their own privacy policies.

Processing Activities

This Privacy Policy guides our practices when:

  1. You utilize our applications and services, acting as an authorized user.
  2. You visit websites linked to this Privacy Statement.
  3. You engage with us through communications channels, including but not limited to newsletters, emails, calls, or texts/SMS messages.

Personal Data Collection

We collect various categories of personal data, which include:

  1. Account Information: Details required to create and manage your user account.
  2. Payment Information: Credit card details, billing addresses, and payment history for processing transactions.
  3. Financial Information: Bank account numbers, investment portfolios, or other financial records, if shared with our financial partners.
  4. Purchase Information: Product/service purchases, order history, and transaction details.
  5. Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique device identifiers, IP addresses, and mobile app usage data.
  6. Location Data: GPS coordinates and location-based services data.
  7. Feedback: Responses to surveys, reviews, and feedback forms.
  8. Social Media Information: User profiles, posts, and interactions from social media platforms when you connect with our accounts.
  9. Product Information: Details about products or services of interest that you share with us.

We collect this data through various methods: user input forms, website analytics tools, browser cookies, and third-party partnerships. Additionally, we may receive personal data from trusted sources, subject to their privacy policies.

Cookies

We employ cookies to enhance your experience on our platform and for analytical purposes. Cookies are categorized as:

  1. Strictly Necessary: Essential for the functionality of our website and services.
  2. Preference: Store user preferences and settings.
  3. Analytics: Collect statistical data about how visitors use our site, helping us improve its performance.

Users have the option to control non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing them to customize their cookie preferences.

Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, plus an additional period required by law. Once the retention period ends or when the purpose is no longer relevant, we delete or anonymize the data securely.

Security Measures

To safeguard your personal data, we implement robust security measures:

  • Encrypted Communication: We use encryption protocols to protect data during transmission and storage.
  • Secure Third-Party Processing: We engage with trusted third parties who adhere to strict privacy and security standards.

Children’s Privacy

We are committed to protecting the privacy of children under 18 years old. Our services and platforms do not intentionally collect personal information from this demographic.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data, including:

  • Access, rectification, or erasure of your data.
  • Restriction or objection to the processing of your data.
  • Data portability rights.
  • The right not to be subject to automated decision-making or profiling.
  • The ability to file appeals or complaints with relevant supervisory authorities.

To exercise these rights or for data-related inquiries, please contact our dedicated privacy team using the information provided below.

Changes to Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effectively communicated through a revised policy on our website. We encourage you to review this page periodically for the latest information.

Contact Information

For any privacy-related matters, including inquiries, unsubscribe requests, or data access/correction queries, please contact us: