Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://local-businesses-albury-nsw.thebestlocalpro.com (hereinafter referred to as “Local Businesses Albury NSW,” “we,” or “our”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection, use, disclosure, and management of information from users accessing our website, utilizing our applications, or interacting with our services.

Scope

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

Our primary website at https://local-businesses-albury-nsw.thebestlocalpro.com.
All associated mobile and desktop applications.
Services offered through our platform.
Any other features or tools integrated into our services.

Please note that this policy does not extend to third-party platforms, apps, products, or services that you may access through links on our site. These entities have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them before providing any personal data.

Processing Activities

This Privacy Policy guides how we interact with users in the following scenarios:

Authorized User Access: When you use our applications or services as an authorized user, we collect and process your data to provide a seamless experience and fulfill the purposes for which you’ve granted access.
Website Visits: Visiting our websites linked to this Privacy Policy means you agree to our data practices outlined herein. We track user behavior and preferences to enhance website functionality and navigation.
Communication: If you choose to receive newsletters, emails, calls, or texts/SMS from us, we’ll use your contact information for communication purposes only, with options to unsubscribe at any time.

Personal Data Collection

We collect a range of personal data to deliver our services and improve user experiences:

Account Information: Details required to create and manage your account, such as name, email address, and password.
Payment Information: Credit or debit card details, billing addresses, and transaction history for processing payments.
Financial Information: Data related to your financial status or transactions, if voluntarily provided.
Purchase Information: Records of products or services purchased from our platform, including order numbers and purchase dates.
Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique device IDs, IP addresses, and mobile network information for device recognition.
Location Data: Your geographical location data when you interact with our services.
Feedback: Any comments, suggestions, or reviews you provide to enhance our products and services.
Social Media Information: If you choose to connect your social media accounts, we may collect data from these platforms (subject to their respective privacy policies).
Product Information: Details about the products you view, search for, or purchase on our site.

We acquire this data through direct user input, tracking technologies, and third-party service providers.

Cookies

We employ cookies to enhance your experience and analyze website performance:

Strictly Necessary Cookies: These ensure basic functionalities like login sessions and language preferences.
Preference Cookies: Used to remember settings you’ve chosen for a personalized experience.
Analytics Cookies: Track user behavior to provide insights into website usage and improve our services.

Users can control non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing them to customize their privacy settings.

Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data based on legal requirements and the purpose of its collection:

Legal Compliance: We may need to keep certain data for an extended period due to legal obligations or investigations.
Business Purposes: Personal data is retained as long as necessary for providing services, resolving disputes, or enforcing our rights.
Data Anonymization: Once the retention period ends, we anonymize or delete the data, ensuring it cannot be associated with you personally.

Security Measures

We prioritize the security of your personal data:

Implement industry-standard encryption protocols to protect data during transmission and storage.
Regularly audit and update our security measures to adapt to emerging threats.
Restrict access to sensitive information based on a need-to-know basis.
Conduct thorough training for employees to ensure responsible handling of personal data.

Children’s Privacy

We do not intentionally collect or store personal data from children under the age of 18. Our services are designed for adult users, and we encourage parents to supervise their children’s online activities.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding your personal data:

Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
Rectification: Ask for corrections if your data is inaccurate or incomplete.
Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): Request the deletion of your data in certain circumstances.
Restriction: Limit our processing of your data under specific conditions.
Portability: Receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
Objection: Object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.
Non-Discrimination: Be free from unfair treatment due to exercising your rights.
Filing Appeals/Complaints: You can submit appeals or complaints regarding our data practices to our privacy team.

For detailed information on how to exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

Changes to Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any modifications will be effective immediately upon posting on our website, and we encourage users to review it periodically for any changes.

Contact Information

For any questions, requests for information, or data-related inquiries, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Address: Local Businesses Albury NSW, [Street Address], [City], [Postal Code]