Effective Date: March 1, 2026
Statesville Local Directory ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website statesvillelocal.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our site or use our services. We are located in Statesville, NC.
Information We Collect
We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us through forms on our website, including:
- Name -- provided when you submit a listing, request an audit, or contact us
- Email address -- used to respond to your inquiries and deliver audit reports
- Phone number -- optionally provided for follow-up communication
- Business information -- business name, address, website URL, and description when submitting or claiming a listing
We do not collect sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers, financial account details, or health information.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Display business listings in our directory
- Respond to inquiries and deliver free audit reports
- Improve our website and services
- Communicate with you about your listing or inquiry
Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies and similar technologies to understand how visitors interact with our website. This includes analytics tools that collect anonymous usage data such as pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs. These cookies help us improve the user experience and understand traffic patterns.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some functionality of the site.
Third-Party Services
Our website uses the following third-party services:
- Google Maps -- to display business locations on maps embedded in our directory
- Google Places API -- to retrieve publicly available business information such as addresses, phone numbers, hours, and reviews
These services are governed by Google's own privacy policy. We recommend reviewing Google's Privacy Policy for more information.
Data Sharing and Selling
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:
- With service providers who assist in operating our website (e.g., hosting, email delivery), bound by confidentiality obligations
- When required by law, regulation, or legal process
- To protect our rights, safety, or property
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights Under the CCPA
If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) provides you with specific rights regarding your personal information, including:
- The right to know what personal information we collect and how it is used
- The right to request deletion of your personal information
- The right to opt out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell personal information)
- The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address below.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
- Email: hello@statesvillelocal.com
- Location: Statesville, NC