Privacy Policy

Welcome to MapsSEOExperts.com (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit https://www.mapsseoexperts.com (“Website”) or use our services.

By accessing or using our Website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Website.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal and non-personal information from users for business, analytics, and legal compliance purposes.

1.1 Personal Information (PII)

We collect personally identifiable information when you:
✅ Fill out a contact form
✅ Request an SEO audit or consultation
✅ Sign up for a newsletter
✅ Make a purchase or payment
✅ Engage with us via email, phone, or chat

The personal data we collect may include:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Business details (company name, website, industry, etc.)
  • Billing & payment information (processed securely through third-party payment providers)

1.2 Non-Personal Information (NPI)

We automatically collect certain non-personal data when you browse our Website, such as:

  • IP address
  • Browser type & version
  • Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
  • Referring website or URL
  • Geolocation (approximate region based on IP)
  • Pages visited & time spent on the Website

This helps us optimize user experience, security, and marketing strategies.

1.3 Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, tracking pixels, and analytics tools to enhance your experience. See our Cookie Policy (Section 7) for details.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

✅ Provide & improve services (Local SEO audits, consulting, and marketing solutions)
✅ Communicate with you (responses, newsletters, promotions, updates)
✅ Personalize your experience (custom content, recommendations)
✅ Analyze trends & optimize Website performance
✅ Prevent fraud & ensure security
✅ Comply with legal requirements & industry regulations

We never sell your personal data.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your data under legitimate legal grounds:

✔️ Consent: When you opt-in to receive emails, newsletters, or marketing content.
✔️ Contractual Obligation: To fulfill agreements, such as providing SEO services.
✔️ Legal Compliance: For tax, fraud prevention, and regulatory compliance.
✔️ Legitimate Interest: To enhance services and improve customer experiences.

You have the right to withdraw consent at any time (see Section 6).

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your data. However, we may share information with:

✅ Trusted third-party service providers, including:

  • Web hosting & analytics (Google Analytics, Cloudflare, etc.)
  • Email marketing platforms (Mailchimp, HubSpot, etc.)
  • Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal, etc.)

✅ Legal authorities if required by law (fraud prevention, security threats, subpoenas).

All third-party vendors comply with data protection laws.

5. Data Retention & Security

We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal data, including:

🔒 SSL encryption for secure data transmission
🔒 Firewall & intrusion detection systems
🔒 Strict access control & user authentication

We retain your information only as long as necessary for:

  • Business operations
  • Legal compliance
  • Security monitoring

6. Your Rights & Choices

6.1 GDPR Rights (For Users in the EEA)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the right to:
✅ Access & request a copy of your data
✅ Correct or update inaccurate data
✅ Request data deletion (“Right to Be Forgotten”)
✅ Restrict or object to data processing
✅ Withdraw consent for marketing communications
✅ Request data portability to another service

📩 To exercise these rights, contact us at [your email].

6.2 CCPA Rights (For California Residents)

If you are a California resident, under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), you have the right to:
✅ Request access to your collected personal data
✅ Request deletion of your personal information
✅ Opt-out of data selling or sharing (we do not sell data)

📩 To submit a request, email us at [your email] with “CCPA Data Request” in the subject.

7. Cookie Policy

We use cookies and tracking technologies to enhance user experience and improve our services.

7.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device to help websites function efficiently.

7.2 Types of Cookies We Use

🔹 Essential Cookies – Necessary for site security and performance.
🔹 Analytics Cookies – Help us track user behavior (Google Analytics).
🔹 Marketing Cookies – Used for targeted ads (Facebook Pixel, Google Ads).
🔹 Functional Cookies – Enhance personalization and remember preferences.

7.3 Managing Cookie Preferences

You can accept, reject, or manage cookies via your browser settings:

You can also opt out of tracking via:
🛑 Google Analytics Opt-Out
🛑 Network Advertising Initiative Opt-Out

8. International Data Transfers

Our Website is hosted globally, and data may be processed outside your country, including the United States, Europe, and Asia. We ensure adequate protection in compliance with:

✔️ GDPR (EU) – Standard Contractual Clauses
✔️ CCPA (California) – Data Processing Agreements
✔️ PIPEDA (Canada) – Cross-border data safeguards

9. Policy Updates & Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.

We recommend checking this policy periodically to stay informed.

10. Contact Us

For any questions or data privacy requests, contact us:

📩 Email: [your email]
🌐 Website: [your website]
📍 Address: [Your Business Address]

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