Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 1st January 2026
This Privacy Policy governs and applies to anyone accessing or using the website located at The Local Social.co, including any mobile applications, blogs, digital products, memberships, and any other websites or platforms now existing or created in the future (collectively, the “Site”), owned and/or operated by The Local Social.co (“The Local Social,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).
The Local Social respects your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we may collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and your rights regarding your information.
INFORMATION WE COLLECT
The Local Social collects personally identifiable information that you voluntarily provide through our Site, forms, purchases, email correspondence, or other interactions.
Our hosting servers may also automatically collect general, non-identifiable information about visits to our Site, including IP addresses, browser type, device type, pages visited, time spent on pages, and geographic location (city/state/country level). This information is used for analytics and website performance purposes and does not personally identify you.
PERSONAL INFORMATION YOU MAY PROVIDE
We may receive and store information you knowingly provide to us, including but not limited to:
Full name
Email address
Phone number
Billing and shipping address
Payment and transaction information (processed securely via third-party payment processors—such as Stripe/Sqaurespace payments)
Account login credentials (username/password)
Purchase history and membership activity
Information shared through social media interactions
Location or geographic data (if enabled on your device)
Any additional information you choose to submit through forms, surveys, comments, or correspondence
PURPOSE OF COLLECTION
We collect personal information to:
Process transactions and deliver products or services
Manage memberships, subscriptions, and accounts
Communicate with you regarding your account, purchases, or inquiries
Improve our products, services, content, and website experience
Send marketing communications, updates, or promotions (you may opt out at any time)
Analyze trends, usage, and site performance
Comply with legal, accounting, or regulatory obligations
By using our Site, submitting forms, creating an account, making a purchase, or communicating with us electronically, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.
Sensitive information is handled with additional safeguards and in accordance with applicable laws.
RECORDKEEPING AND RETENTION
We may retain your personal information as reasonably necessary for:
Order processing and account management
Customer service and communications
Accounting, legal, and tax obligations
Marketing and promotional activities you have opted into
Improving our services and offerings
We only retain information for as long as necessary to fulfill these purposes unless a longer retention period is required by law.
MANAGEMENT & SECURITY OF YOUR INFORMATION
We take reasonable and appropriate measures to protect your personal information through secure systems, administrative safeguards, and trusted third-party service providers.
While we follow industry best practices, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.
DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
We may share limited personal information with trusted third-party service providers (such as payment processors, email platforms, hosting services, or analytics providers) solely for the purpose of operating our business and delivering services to you. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.
LEGAL DISCLOSURE
We may disclose personal information if required to do so by law, court order, subpoena, or governmental request, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, users, or business.
In the event of a merger, acquisition, sale, or transfer of assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction. Any successor entity will be bound by this Privacy Policy unless otherwise stated.
ACCESSING & UPDATING YOUR INFORMATION
You have the right to access, update, or correct your personal information. Requests may require identity verification and will be processed within a reasonable timeframe.
To make a request, please contact us using the information below.
THIRD-PARTY LINKS
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of those websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.
USER-GENERATED CONTENT
Any information you voluntarily share publicly (such as comments, reviews, testimonials, or social media interactions) may be visible to others and is not subject to this Privacy Policy once shared publicly. The Local Social is not responsible for how others use information you voluntarily disclose.
CHILDREN’S PRIVACY
Our Site is intended for individuals 13 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will promptly delete it.
COOKIE POLICY
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze site performance, and support marketing efforts.
Cookies may be session-based or persistent. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some site functionality.
CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
📧 Email: contact@the-localsocial.co