Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://local-businesses-bathurst-nsw.thebestlocalpro.com (referred to as “Local Businesses Bathurst NSW” or simply “we,” “us,” or “our”). We are dedicated to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, usage, and disclosure of data in accordance with various international privacy laws and 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 in the private sector
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union (EU)
Brazil’s General Data Protection Law (LGPD)
California’s Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and its updated version, the California Consumer Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
Colorado’s Consumer Protection Act (CPA)
Utah’s Consumer Sales Practice Act (UCPA)
Connecticut’s Consumer Tracking Protection Act (CTDPA)
Virginia’s Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)
South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)

Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to all aspects of our website, https://local-businesses-bathurst-nsw.thebestlocalpro.com, including but not limited to:

Our online applications and services.
Any products or features offered through our platform.
Interactions between users and our team, including emails, calls, texts (SMS), and live chats.
Links to third-party platforms or services within our website.

Please note that this policy does not extend to the practices of external platforms, applications, products, or services accessed through links on our site, as they are governed by their own privacy statements and policies.

Processing Activities

This policy outlines our data processing activities, including:

Account Management: We collect and process information when you create an account with us, such as your name, contact details, login credentials, and profile preferences.
Payment Details: When making transactions on our platform, we securely store and process payment information, including cardholder data, billing addresses, and payment history.
Financial Information: We may collect financial records to facilitate business operations, especially if you opt for premium services or subscriptions.
Purchase Behavior: Your buying patterns, product preferences, and order history are tracked to enhance your user experience and personalize content.
Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers from your mobile device, such as IP addresses, may be collected to provide personalized content and improve our services.
Location Data: With your consent, we can access location information to offer location-based services or relevant local business recommendations.
Feedback and Reviews: We encourage user feedback and reviews, which help us improve our platform and services.
Social Media Interaction: If you choose to connect your social media accounts with our platform, we may collect data from those platforms (with your consent) to provide a seamless experience.
Product Interactions: Information about the products you view, search for, or interact with on our site is tracked to deliver targeted advertising and personalized recommendations.

Personal Data Collection and Sources

We gather various types of personal data through multiple channels:

User Input: You provide us with information when creating an account, making purchases, filling out forms, or participating in surveys.
Automatic Technologies: Cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies are used to collect data about your interactions with our site, including pages visited, features engaged, and device information.
Third-Party Providers: Some personal data may be shared with us by third parties who offer services on our behalf, ensuring compliance with their respective privacy policies.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website:

Strictly Necessary Cookies: These ensure basic functionalities of the site, such as secure login and account management.
Preference Cookies: Tailored settings and preferences are stored in these cookies to provide a customized user experience.
Analytics Cookies: We employ analytics tools to track aggregate user behavior, helping us understand how visitors interact with our site.
Advertising Cookies: These enable us to deliver targeted ads based on your browsing history and interests.

You can control and manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may impact your experience on our website.

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under the age of 18. If you believe we have collected such data by mistake, please contact us, and we will take immediate steps to rectify the issue.

Your Rights and Choices

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

Access: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you.
Rectification: If your data is inaccurate or incomplete, you are entitled to request its correction.
Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): In some regions, you may ask us to delete your data from our systems.
Restriction: You can request restrictions on the processing of your data under certain circumstances.
Portability: Upon request, we will provide a copy of your data in a commonly used format.
Objection: You have the right to object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.
Non-Discrimination: We are committed to treating all users fairly and will not discriminate against those who exercise their rights.

To exercise these rights, please reach out to our Data Privacy Team at [email protected] or via postal mail to:

Local Businesses Bathurst NSW
Data Privacy Team
[Address]

Changes to Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update and modify this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any significant changes will be posted on our website, along with updated effective dates. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about your data protection practices.

Contact Us

For any questions, concerns, or requests related to privacy, data protection, or this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Mail: Local Businesses Bathurst NSW, Data Privacy Team, [Address]