Privacy Policy | Local Prosperity Project

1. Introduction

Local Prosperity Project ("we," "our," or "us") operates a business directory service that connects users with local businesses. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

Account registration information (name, email, password)
Business listing information (business name, address, phone, description)
Reviews and ratings you submit
Communications with us (support requests, feedback)
Business claim verification information

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Device information (browser type, operating system)
IP address and approximate location
Pages visited and time spent on pages
Referring website or search terms
Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see our Cookie Policy)

3. How We Use Your Information

Provide and maintain our services
Process business listings and claims
Display reviews and ratings
Send service-related communications
Improve our website and services
Analyze usage patterns and trends
Protect against fraud and abuse
Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We may share your information with:

Service providers: Companies that help us operate our services (hosting, analytics, email)
Business owners: When you submit a review, the business owner may see your public profile
Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Your Privacy Rights

5.1 All Users

Access your personal information
Correct inaccurate information
Delete your account and associated data
Opt-out of marketing communications

5.2 California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

California residents have additional rights:

Right to know what personal information is collected
Right to delete personal information
Right to opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal information
Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights
Right to correct inaccurate personal information
Right to limit use of sensitive personal information

5.3 Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information

We do not sell your personal information. However, some data sharing activities may be considered "sharing" under California law. You can opt-out of such sharing by contacting us at privacy@localprosperityproject.com.

We honor Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals. If your browser sends a GPC signal, we will treat it as a valid opt-out request.

5.4 European Users (GDPR)

If you are in the EU/EEA, you have additional rights:

Right to data portability
Right to restrict processing
Right to object to processing
Right to withdraw consent
Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. We may retain certain information for legitimate business purposes or as required by law.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including encryption, access controls, and regular security assessments. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

10. Exercise Your Privacy Rights

To exercise any of your privacy rights, you can:

Submit a request through our Data Privacy Request Form
Email us at privacy@localprosperityproject.com

We will respond to your request within 30 days (or 45 days for complex requests with notice).