How FindALoco handles information.

1. Information we collect

We collect information you provide directly, such as account details, business listing updates, classified posts, contact information, messages, support requests and moderation reports.

We may also collect technical information such as device type, browser, IP address, approximate location signals, pages viewed, referring pages and usage activity to operate and improve the platform.

2. Business listings and classified posts

Business listing information may include public details such as name, address, phone number, website, category, hours, photos, descriptions, services, ratings and ownership or community relevance signals.

Classified posts may include titles, descriptions, category, city, images, contact phone, contact email and other details submitted by the poster. These details may be visible to users so they can respond to the post.

3. How we use information

We use information to provide search, directory, classifieds, account, saved-place, moderation, support, analytics, security and advertising features.

We may use submitted information to verify listings, reduce spam, improve recommendations, respond to requests, enforce policies and make FindALoco more useful for the community.

4. Cookies, analytics and ads

FindALoco may use cookies and similar technologies to remember preferences, support login sessions, measure performance, understand traffic and improve user experience.

We may use third-party services such as analytics, advertising, maps, hosting, email or infrastructure providers. These providers may process information according to their own policies and our configuration.

5. Public visibility

Directory listings, reviews, ratings, photos and classifieds are intended to be publicly visible unless a feature clearly states otherwise.

Please do not submit private, sensitive or confidential information in public listing descriptions, classified posts or review content.

6. Sharing information

We do not sell personal information. We may share information with service providers that help us operate FindALoco, comply with legal obligations, protect users, investigate abuse or complete a request you made.

If ownership of FindALoco changes through a merger, acquisition or asset transfer, information may be transferred as part of that transaction subject to appropriate safeguards.

7. Retention and removal

We keep information for as long as needed to operate the service, maintain records, prevent abuse, comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes.

You may request updates, corrections or removal of certain information. Some information may remain in backups, logs, moderation records or public records when retention is necessary or legally permitted.

8. Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information. No online service can guarantee perfect security, so users should also take care when sharing contact details or responding to classified posts.

9. Children’s privacy

FindALoco is not designed for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child provided information, contact us so we can review and remove it when appropriate.

10. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as FindALoco evolves. Updates will be posted on this page, and continued use of the platform means the updated policy applies.