Trusted Biz Reviews

Introduction

At Trusted Biz Reviews, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our platform.

We value your privacy and will never sell your personal information to third parties.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

Name (first and last name)
Email address
Phone number (when provided)
Company information (for business owners)
Review content and ratings

Automatically Collected Information

IP address and location data
Browser type and version
Device information
Usage patterns and preferences
Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

Platform Operations: To provide and maintain our review platform services
Account Management: To create and manage user accounts
Communication: To send important updates, verification emails, and respond to inquiries
Content Moderation: To review and approve submissions for quality and authenticity
Analytics: To understand user behavior and improve our services
Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

Public Reviews: Reviews you submit may be publicly displayed (excluding sensitive personal information)
Service Providers: With trusted third-party services that help us operate our platform (email services, payment processors)
Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

Data Security

We implement robust security measures to protect your personal information:

Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
Regular security audits and updates
Access controls and authentication systems
Secure hosting infrastructure
Employee training on data protection practices

Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
Portability: Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format
Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Remember your preferences and settings
Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
Prevent spam and fraud
Improve user experience

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

Provide our services to you
Comply with legal obligations
Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
Maintain the integrity of our review system

Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

International Users

If you are accessing our platform from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our platform after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Privacy Policy