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Privacy Policy for InsideDMV.com

Last Updated: November 2025

Welcome to InsideDMV.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”).
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website and related services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

A. Information You Provide

When you:

  • Create or submit a business listing
  • Contact us through forms or email
  • Subscribe to our newsletter or promotional emails
  • Post reviews, comments, or feedback

You may provide:

  • Your name or business name
  • Email address and phone number
  • Business address and website URL
  • Images, descriptions, or promotional details
  • Payment information (if you purchase featured listings — processed securely through our payment provider)

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit InsideDMV.com, we may collect:

  • Your IP address and browser type
  • Pages visited, time on site, and actions taken
  • Device type and location (approximate, not exact)
  • Cookies and analytics data (through tools like Google Analytics)

This helps us understand how visitors use the site and improve user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data to:

  • Display and manage listings, deals, and events
  • Respond to your messages and submissions
  • Send newsletters or promotional updates (if you subscribe)
  • Improve site performance and content
  • Prevent spam and fraudulent activity
  • Process payments and maintain records (for featured or paid listings)

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

3. Cookies and Tracking

InsideDMV.com uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences and login status
  • Personalize listings and recommendations
  • Measure site traffic and analytics

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings.

4. Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party services that may process data on our behalf, including:

  • Google Analytics (site traffic and usage)
  • Stripe / PayPal (payment processing)
  • Email marketing tools (for newsletters)
  • Spam filters or security plugins

These services have their own privacy policies governing data handling.

5. User-Generated Content

When you post a business listing, deal, or review:

  • The information you submit becomes public on the site.
  • Do not include sensitive personal data in public submissions.
  • You can contact us anytime to update or remove your listing.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide services to you
  • Comply with legal and financial record-keeping requirements
  • Maintain active listings or accounts

You may request deletion of your data at any time.

7. Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your information, including:

  • HTTPS (secure connection)
  • Regular plugin and system updates
  • Limited admin access
  • Secure third-party payment processing

However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection against unauthorized access.

8. Your Rights

You may:

  • Request access to the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction or deletion of your information
  • Opt out of marketing emails anytime (unsubscribe link)

To exercise your rights, contact us at privacy@insidedmv.com.

9. Children’s Privacy

InsideDMV.com is not directed toward children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

10. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The updated date at the top reflects the latest version.
We encourage you to check this page occasionally for updates.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:
📧 privacy@insidedmv.com
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