Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Taste Visalia ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website tastevisalia.com (the "Site"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Register for an account
• Submit business listings
• Contact us through our contact form
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Participate in surveys or promotions

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, business information, and any other information you choose to provide.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you visit our Site, including:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website
• Device information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain our Site
• Process and manage business listings
• Send you administrative information and updates
• Respond to your comments and questions
• Improve our Site and user experience
• Analyze usage patterns and trends
• Prevent fraud and enhance security
• Comply with legal obligations

4. 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:

• Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Site and conducting our business
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred
• Consent: We may share information with your explicit consent

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Site. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us:

• Remember your preferences
• Analyze Site traffic and usage
• Provide personalized content
• Improve Site functionality

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Site.

7. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

9. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• The right to access your personal information
• The right to correct inaccurate information
• The right to delete your personal information
• The right to restrict processing of your information
• The right to data portability
• The right to object to processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

10. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: