Privacy Policy

At Auto Repair Shop Software Directory ("we," "our," or "us"), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Create an account or register as a vendor
• Submit reviews or ratings
• Contact us through forms or email
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Participate in surveys or promotions

This may include: name, email address, company name, phone number, and any other information you choose to provide.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Browser type and version
• IP address and device information
• Pages viewed and links clicked
• Time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage patterns, and deliver personalized content. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for various purposes, including:

• Providing and maintaining our services
• Processing and displaying user reviews
• Responding to inquiries and customer support requests
• Sending newsletters and marketing communications (with your consent)
• Analyzing usage patterns to improve our website
• Detecting and preventing fraud or security issues
• Complying with legal obligations
• Connecting vendors with potential customers

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

3.1 With Your Consent

We may share your information when you explicitly consent, such as when requesting information from software vendors.

3.2 Service Providers

We may share information with third-party service providers who help us operate our website, conduct business, or serve our users (e.g., hosting providers, email services, analytics platforms).

3.3 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

3.4 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or governmental authority, or when necessary to protect our rights or the safety of others.

3.5 Public Information

Reviews and ratings you post are publicly visible. Please do not include sensitive personal information in your reviews.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format
• Object: Object to certain processing of your information

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@autorepairshopsoftware.com

6. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We take appropriate measures to ensure your data receives adequate protection in accordance with applicable laws.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

11. California Residents

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.