Effective Date: June 1, 2025

Welcome to Advanced Local. We care about your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at www.advancedlocal.com or engage with our services.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, we recommend that you stop using the site and contact us if you have concerns.

Notice at Collection

When you use our website or contact us through forms, we collect information that identifies you, such as your name, email address, phone number, and business name. This information is gathered so we can respond to your inquiries, provide services, and improve our digital marketing solutions.

We also collect technical information automatically, including your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and how long you stay on each page. This data helps us understand how users interact with our site so we can enhance performance and user experience.

We do not sell or share your personal information for advertising purposes. If this changes in the future, we will update this policy and offer you the opportunity to opt out.

Information We Collect

There are two types of information we collect. First, we collect the information you voluntarily provide, such as when you fill out a contact form, schedule a consultation, or request service. This includes your contact details, business name, and any specific requests you share with us.

Second, we collect data automatically when you visit our website. This includes information about your device, browser, location (when available), and how you interact with the website. This technical data, also called log data, is used to improve the function, design, and performance of our website.

Cookies are also used to enhance your experience. These small text files are stored on your device to help remember your preferences and display content relevant to you. You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings, although doing so may affect how some features work.

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to provide and manage the services we offer. This includes responding to your questions, developing marketing strategies, improving your web presence, and customizing your experience based on your needs.

Advanced Local specializes in Local SEO, Google Business Optimization, Search Engine Marketing, and Website Development. To deliver these services effectively, we may use your information to build campaigns, manage online content, and evaluate advertising results.

We may contact you by email or phone to provide service updates, share helpful resources, or send promotional messages about our services. You can unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly.

Your information may also be used to track how the website is performing. We use tools to understand which pages people visit most, how long they stay, and how we can make the website easier to use. This process helps us better serve you and improve how we deliver information and services.

We will not use your information for unrelated purposes without your consent. Your data is not used for profiling or automatic decision-making that could impact your legal rights or access to services.

Protected Health Information (PHI)

Although we work with clients in healthcare industries such as medical practices, plastic surgeons, and med spas, Advanced Local does not collect or manage Protected Health Information. This means we do not handle patient records or any information covered by HIPAA.

Our services focus only on marketing, and the data we use is limited to general business contact information. Healthcare providers using our services must ensure they comply with HIPAA laws and safeguard their patient information separately.

Unless a written service agreement explicitly states otherwise, Advanced Local is not responsible for handling or securing PHI.

How We Share Your Information

We may share your personal information with trusted third parties who help us deliver our services. This includes advertising platforms such as Google Ads or Facebook Ads, where information is used to create, run, and manage campaigns you request.

We only share information needed to fulfill your marketing goals. We do not allow third parties to use your data for their own purposes, and we do not sell your information under any circumstance.

In some situations, we may need to share your information for legal reasons. If required by law, court order, or government request, we will disclose only the necessary information to comply with that request. We may also share information to prevent fraud, enforce our agreements, or protect our legal rights.

How We Protect Your Information

We take reasonable steps to protect the data you share with us. This includes using secure servers, encryption, firewalls, and access controls to keep unauthorized individuals from viewing or stealing your information.

Even though we use industry-standard security tools, no system is completely secure. Because of this, we cannot guarantee the absolute safety of your information. You can help by using strong passwords and being careful about how and where you share your personal data online.

If we ever detect a security issue that affects your information, we will notify you and follow all legal reporting requirements.

Your Rights and Choices

You may have rights over your personal information depending on where you live. These rights can include the ability to request a copy of the information we hold about you, ask us to correct it, or request that we delete it.

You may also ask us to stop sending marketing emails or using your information for promotional purposes. To do this, simply contact us or follow the opt-out link provided in any of our messages.

When you request to view, change, or delete your data, we may ask you to confirm your identity. This helps us make sure your information is only shared with the right person and protects your privacy.

If we are unable to verify your identity, we may not be able to complete your request. We will explain the reason if that happens.

California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you are protected under the California Consumer Privacy Act and the California Privacy Rights Act. These laws give you the right to request details about the personal information we collect, ask that we delete it, correct it, or limit how we use sensitive data.

We do not sell or share personal information for behavioral advertising. If we ever do, we will update this policy and provide a clear “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” option.

California residents can contact us to make a request under state law. We will respond within the timeframes required by California law and provide clear guidance about your options.

Other State Privacy Rights

Some U.S. states, such as Colorado, Virginia, Utah, and Connecticut, have passed privacy laws that give you rights similar to those in California. These laws may allow you to access your data, ask us to delete or correct it, or opt out of data processing for targeted advertising.

If you live in one of these states and want to exercise your rights, contact us using the information at the end of this policy. If we deny your request, you have the right to appeal the decision. To do so, email us with “Privacy Appeal” in the subject line, and we will respond within 45 days as required.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not designed for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under that age.

If we learn that we have collected data from a child, we will delete it immediately. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.

Data Retention

We keep your personal information only as long as needed to provide services, meet legal obligations, or resolve disputes. When your data is no longer needed, we remove it from our systems or make it anonymous.

In most cases, we retain customer and contact data for up to seven years unless a longer period is required for regulatory or contractual reasons.

International Use

Our services are intended only for businesses and users located in the United States. We do not market to, serve, or store information about users in other countries, and we do not transfer data internationally.

If we ever begin offering services internationally, we will revise this Privacy Policy to comply with laws like the GDPR.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time as our business grows, laws change, or new technology is introduced. When we make updates, we will change the “Effective Date” at the top of the page.

We recommend checking this page occasionally to stay informed. If major changes occur, we may notify you by email or through our website.