Privacy Policy Statement

At BuyingLocal.us, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you access our website, engage with our services, or interact with our advertisements. Our website is based in New York but accessible globally via the internet. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

We collect information you provide directly and information automatically gathered through your use of our website.

Information You Provide

We may collect:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, or other details submitted via lead generation forms, newsletter sign-ups, or inquiries.
• Demographic Information: Location, interests, or other details provided through forms or surveys.
• User Content: Comments, reviews, or other content you post on our website.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may collect:

• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, and links clicked.
• Device and Log Data: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, and referral URLs.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tools to enhance your experience, analyze site performance, and deliver targeted ads. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.

We use your information to:

• Deliver and improve our news content, advertisements, and services.
• Process and share leads from lead generation forms with advertisers, as described below.
• Personalize content and ads based on your interests.
• Communicate with you, including responding to inquiries and sending newsletters (with your consent).
• Analyze site usage to enhance functionality.
• Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.

Our performance-based marketing includes lead generation systems. When you complete a lead generation form (e.g., requesting a service quote), we collect your provided information and share it with the relevant advertiser or partner to fulfill your request.

• We do not sell your personal information. Your information is shared only with advertisers or partners to provide the service or information you requested.
• Shared information may include your name, email, phone number, or other form details.
• Advertisers and partners are contractually obligated to use your information solely for fulfilling your request and to comply with applicable privacy laws.

We may share your information:

• With Advertisers and Partners: To fulfill lead generation requests, as described above.
• With Service Providers: Third-party vendors (e.g., analytics or hosting services) assist us in operating our website. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements.
• For Legal Purposes: To comply with laws, respond to legal requests, or protect our rights, property, or safety.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred, with measures to ensure privacy.

You can control your information:

• Marketing Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from newsletters or promotional emails via the “unsubscribe” link.
• Cookies: Disable cookies in your browser, though this may affect site functionality.
• Do Not Track: Our site does not respond to “Do Not Track” signals, but you can manage tracking via cookie settings.
• Privacy Rights: Residents of certain states (e.g., California under CCPA) may request access, correction, or deletion of their information. Contact us at michael@fivetowers.us.

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information, in compliance with laws like New York’s SHIELD Act. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Our website may include links to third-party sites or display ads. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their policies before sharing information.

Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect their information. If we discover such data, we will delete it.

California residents may have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

• Knowing what personal information we collect, use, or disclose.
• Requesting deletion of your information.
• Opting out of information sales (we do not sell information).
• Non-discrimination for exercising these rights.

Contact us at michael@fivetowers.us to exercise these rights. We will respond as required by law.

Our website is based in New York, USA, and governed by U.S. law. If you access our website from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S., where privacy laws may differ from those in your country. By using our website, you consent to this transfer and processing. Local laws in your jurisdiction may grant additional privacy rights; please consult them as needed.

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Material changes will be posted on our website with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of our website indicates acceptance of the revised policy.

Email: michael@fivetowers.us
Address: BuyingLocal.us, 63 Putnam Street, Suite 202, Saratoga Springs, NY