1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, request our services, or communicate with us. This may include:
- Name, email address, and phone number
- Practice information and business details
- Payment and billing information
- Communications with our support team
- Marketing preferences and feedback
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our services
- Process transactions and send related information
- Send technical notices and support messages
- Respond to your comments and questions
- Communicate about products, services, and events
- Monitor and analyze trends and usage
- Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent transactions
3. 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:
- With service providers who assist in our operations
- To comply with legal obligations or court orders
- To protect our rights, property, or safety
- In connection with a business transfer or acquisition
- With your explicit consent
4. HIPAA Compliance
As a healthcare marketing service provider, we understand the importance of protecting patient health information. We maintain HIPAA compliance through:
- Signed Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) with healthcare clients
- Encryption of all patient data in transit and at rest
- Regular security audits and compliance monitoring
- Staff training on HIPAA requirements and data handling
- Secure data centers with restricted access controls
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction:
- SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
- AES-256 encryption for data storage
- Multi-factor authentication for system access
- Regular security assessments and penetration testing
- Employee background checks and confidentiality agreements
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and use personal information about you. This includes:
- Essential cookies for website functionality
- Analytics cookies to understand website usage
- Marketing cookies for advertising purposes
- Social media cookies for sharing functionality
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie banner.
7. Your Rights and Choices
You have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Access and review your personal information
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
- Delete your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Request data portability
- Object to certain processing activities
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Specific retention periods include:
- Account information: Duration of service relationship plus 7 years
- Marketing data: Until you opt-out or 3 years of inactivity
- Support communications: 3 years from last interaction
- Financial records: 7 years as required by law
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:
- Standard contractual clauses approved by regulatory authorities
- Adequacy decisions by relevant data protection authorities
- Certification schemes and codes of conduct
10. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material 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.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
FoundLocals
Privacy Officer
1525 19th St S
Birmingham, AL 35205
Email: privacy@foundlocals.com
Phone: 888-974-5554
13. State-Specific Rights
If you are a resident of California, Virginia, Colorado, or other states with specific privacy laws, you may have additional rights:
California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of sale of personal information
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided above.