Privacy Policy
Last updated: August 11, 2025
1. Introduction
WesternVIC Local Businesses ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. 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 Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Submit a business listing request
- Contact us through our contact form
- Sign up for our newsletter
- Interact with our website
This information may include:
- Name and contact information
- Business details and descriptions
- Email addresses and phone numbers
- Any other information you choose to provide
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including:
- IP address and location data
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring website
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and maintain our business directory services
- Process business listing submissions
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Improve our website and services
- Send administrative information and updates
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and providing services
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and understand where our visitors are coming from. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
8. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access and review your personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Withdraw consent for data processing
9. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: