Explore Poplar Bluff

1. Introduction

Explore Poplar Bluff ("the App") values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use the App. By accessing or using the App, you agree to the practices described below.

2. Information We Collect

We only collect information that is necessary to provide our services:

• Account Information: When creating a user account (for submitting reviews), we may collect your name, email address, and login details.
• User Content: Reviews, ratings, and feedback you submit.
• Optional Contact Information: If you choose to subscribe to updates, events, or newsletters, we may collect your email address.

We do not collect unnecessary personal data or share your information with third-party advertisers.

3. Geolocation Data

Certain features of the App, such as the loyalty program "Check-in," require access to your device's precise geolocation data (latitude and longitude). We only collect this information at the moment you actively use such a feature and with your explicit permission.

• Purpose of Collection: We use your location solely to verify your proximity to a business for check-ins and to enable location-based services.
• "Get Directions" Feature: When you use a "Get Directions" link, we transmit the destination coordinates to your device's default mapping application (e.g., Google Maps, Apple Maps). We do not track your route. Your interaction with third-party mapping applications is subject to their respective privacy policies.

The App does not track your location in the background when it is not in use.

4. Third-Party Content and Embeds

The App may display content from third-party services, such as Facebook feeds on our "Live" page. This content is loaded directly from the third-party's servers and is not hosted by Explore Poplar Bluff. Your interaction with this embedded content is governed by the privacy policy of the third-party service providing it. We do not collect or process any data from your interaction with these embeds.

• You can review Facebook's Data Policy here: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/policy

5. How We Use Information

Your information is used to:

• Verify that reviews come from real, logged-in users.
• Display your submitted reviews, ratings, and feedback in the App.
• Communicate with you about account-related matters (e.g., password resets, updates).
• Provide accurate, up-to-date listings and announcements.

We will never sell your information to outside parties.

6. Reviews & User Content

All reviews must be submitted by logged-in users. Submissions may be moderated to ensure they follow our family-friendly policy. Reviews are intended to support local businesses and provide helpful feedback to the community.

7. Data Security

We take appropriate measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. While no online system is 100% secure, we use reasonable safeguards to keep your information safe.

8. Sharing of Information

We do not share your personal data with advertisers or unrelated third parties. Information may only be shared if required by law, or to protect the rights and safety of the App, its users, or the public.

9. Children's Privacy

The App is designed for general audiences and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided information should contact us to request removal.

10. Your Choices

• You may update or delete your account information at any time.
• You may request that your reviews or personal data be removed from the App by contacting us directly.
• You may unsubscribe from optional communications such as newsletters at any time.

11. Data Deletion and Account Removal

You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data. We provide the following options:

• Full Account Deletion: To permanently delete your entire account, please send an email to ozarkrivergifts@gmail.com from the email address associated with your account. This action will remove your user profile, username, loyalty points, and any favorited locations. Reviews you have posted will be anonymized and attributed to "A Former User."
• Specific Data Deletion: To request the deletion of specific content you have submitted, such as a particular review, please email ozarkrivergifts@gmail.com. Include your username and a clear description or link to the content you wish to have removed.

We will process deletion requests within a reasonable timeframe. Please note that some non-personal, anonymized data may be retained for analytical purposes.

12. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted in the App, and continued use constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

13. Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
📧 ozarkrivergifts@gmail.com
🌐 www.explorepoplarbluff.com