Privacy Policy for Hilton Head Spotlight's Local Business Directory Effective Date: March 11, 2025
Website: https://hhibusiness.com/
Last Updated: March 11, 2025
Hilton Head Spotlight's Local Business Directory ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (https://hhibusiness.com/) or submit information to be included in our business directory. By using our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect We collect information from you in the following ways:
a. Information You Provide Free Submissions: When you submit your business information for inclusion in our directory at no cost, we may collect details such as your business name, address, phone number, email address, website URL, and a brief description of your business. Paid Featured Listings: If you opt for a paid featured listing, we may also collect payment information (e.g., credit card details) and additional business details to enhance your listing. Contact Forms: If you contact us via email or a form on our website, we may collect your name, email address, and any other information you provide.
b. Automatically Collected Information Website Usage Data: When you visit our website, we may collect information such as your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on the site through cookies and similar technologies. Analytics: We use third-party tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to track website performance and user behavior. c. Information from Third Parties We may collect publicly available information (e.g., Google ratings) to verify or enhance business listings.
2. How We Use Your Information We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
Directory Listings: To display your business information in our online directory and promote local businesses in the Hilton Head area. Payment Processing: To process payments for featured listings and ensure secure transactions. Communication: To respond to inquiries, provide customer support, or send updates about your listing or our services. Improvement: To analyze website usage and improve our directory’s functionality and user experience. Marketing: To send promotional offers or newsletters (with your consent, where required by law). Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal requests.
3. How We Share Your Information We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:
Public Directory: Information you submit for a listing (e.g., business name, address, phone number) will be publicly displayed on our website unless otherwise specified. Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party vendors (e.g., payment processors, hosting providers, or analytics services) who assist us in operating our website and services. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data. Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information if required by law, such as in response to a subpoena or court order. Business Transfers: If we sell or merge our business, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
4. Your Choices Opt-Out: You may opt out of marketing emails by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email we send you. Update or Remove Listing: To update or remove your business listing, please contact us at hello@hhispotlight.com. Note that paid listings may be subject to the terms of your agreement with us. Cookies: You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect your experience on our website.
5. Data Security We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
6. Retention of Information We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. For example:
Free and paid listing information is kept as long as your business remains in the directory. Payment information is retained only as long as needed to process transactions and comply with financial regulations.
7. Third-Party Links Our website may contain links to third-party sites (e.g., business websites or social media pages). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.
8. Children’s Privacy Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.
9. International Users Our website is operated in the United States. If you are located outside the U.S., your information will be transferred to and processed in the U.S., where data protection laws may differ from those in your country.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
11. Contact Us If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at: hello@hhispotlight.com