Privacy Policy

Welcome to Business Directory. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal and business information is collected, processed, and stored responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our website, APIs, or related services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of data to operate and improve our services:

a. Business Information:
When you register or claim a business listing, we may collect details such as business name, address, contact information, website URL, category, and operational hours.

b. Personal Information:
If you create a user account, we may collect personal identifiers including your name, email address, and phone number.

c. Usage Data:
We collect analytics about how users interact with the platform, such as search queries, visited pages, and time spent on listings.

d. Public Data Aggregation:
We retrieve publicly available business data through APIs and open directories (e.g., Google, Yelp, Foursquare) to provide accurate and up-to-date listings.

e. Cookies and Tracking Technologies:
We use cookies to enhance user experience, remember preferences, and analyze site activity.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your data is used to:

• Display, verify, and manage business listings.

• Improve the accuracy, performance, and security of the platform.

• Communicate with users regarding account activities, updates, or support.

• Analyze traffic and usage trends to enhance service delivery.

• Prevent fraudulent activities and ensure compliance with our Terms.

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information under limited circumstances:

a. Service Providers:
We work with verified partners for analytics, hosting, and communication services. These providers are obligated to protect your information under strict confidentiality agreements.

b. Public Display:
Information related to registered or claimed businesses (name, contact, category, etc.) is displayed publicly as part of our directory service.

c. Legal Compliance:
We may disclose data to comply with legal obligations, government requests, or to enforce our rights.

d. Business Transactions:
If Business Directory is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset transfer, user data may be included as part of that transaction.

4. Data Security

We employ administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. Despite these efforts, no online platform can guarantee absolute security. Users are encouraged to protect their own login credentials and monitor their account activity.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal and business data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Users may request deletion of personal information at any time by contacting our support team.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete your data, as well as opt out of specific communications or data-sharing practices.

7. Policy Updates

Business Directory reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updated versions will be posted on this page with the revision date. Continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

8. Contact

For any privacy-related inquiries or data requests, contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Subject: Privacy Policy Inquiry