Legal - Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 23, 2025

NearMePicks ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit https://www.nearmepicks.com/ ("the Site").

1. Information We Collect

a. Automatically Collected Data

We use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to gather data that helps us understand how visitors use the Site. This may include:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Referring URLs

b. Voluntarily Provided Information

If you contact us or sign up for updates, we may collect:

• Your name
• Email address
• Any other information you choose to provide

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data to:

• Monitor and improve Site performance
• Respond to inquiries
• Send newsletters or updates if you have opted in
• Analyze usage trends to enhance user experience

3. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We respect your privacy:

• We do not sell or rent your personal information.
• We do not share your information with third parties for marketing purposes.
• Aggregated or anonymized data may be shared with trusted service providers (e.g., analytics platforms) to help us analyze trends and optimize the Site.
• We may disclose personal information only when required by law or to prevent fraudulent or harmful activity.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our Site uses cookies and related technologies to:

• Improve functionality and usability
• Understand user behavior
• Deliver relevant content

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may be affected.

5. Analytics

We use third-party analytics providers, such as Google Analytics, to collect and interpret website usage data. These tools may collect information like:

• IP address
• Browser and device details
• Website interactions

This helps us understand traffic patterns and optimize our content. These providers process data according to their own privacy policies.

6. Third-Party Links

The Site may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their content, practices, or privacy policies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those sites before interacting with them.

7. Your California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you are granted the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to Know: Request information about what personal data we collect and how it's used.
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
• Right to Opt-Out: You have the right to opt out of the sale of personal data — NearMePicks does not sell personal information.
• Right to Non-Discrimination: You will not be treated differently for exercising your CCPA rights.

Categories of Personal Information Collected:

• Identifiers (e.g., email address, IP address)
• Internet activity (e.g., site usage data)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:

• Email: privacy@nearmepicks.com
• Subject Line: "CCPA Request – [Your Full Name]"

We may require verification of your identity before fulfilling certain requests.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your information. While no method is entirely secure, we strive to maintain a high standard of security.

10. Your Choices

• Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe from marketing emails using the link in any message.
• Cookies: You can disable cookies via your browser settings.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy occasionally. When we do, we will update the "Effective Date" above. Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any changes.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at:

Email: privacy@nearmepicks.com