Privacy Policy

SNHLocal.com ("Site") is owned and operated by Mark B Marquis ("we," "us," or "our"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our Site.

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting any personal information you share with us.

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

• Apply for a business listing: Name, email, phone number, business name, business URL, location, and category
• Claim a business listing: Name, email, phone number, and business verification information
• Refer a business: Your name, email, the business name, and your recommendation
• Contact us: Any information you include in your message

When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect:

• Device information: Browser type, operating system, device type
• Usage information: Pages viewed, time spent on pages, referring website
• IP address: Used for security, analytics, and general location (city/region level)

We use cookies and similar technologies to collect this information. See the Cookies section below for details.

We use the information we collect to:

• Create and manage business listings
• Verify business ownership for listing claims
• Respond to your inquiries and requests
• Improve the Site and user experience
• Send occasional updates about SNHLocal (only if you've opted in)
• Protect against fraud and abuse

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

Business listings on SNHLocal may include information gathered from publicly available sources, including business websites, social media profiles, and public directories. This information (business name, address, phone, website, description) is displayed publicly on the Site.

If you claim a business listing, the personal contact information you provide (your name, email, phone) is used for verification and communication purposes and is not displayed publicly unless you choose to include it in the listing.

Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us improve your experience.

We use cookies for:

• Essential functions: Ensuring the Site works properly
• Analytics: Understanding how visitors use the Site (via privacy-focused analytics)
• Preferences: Remembering your choices (if applicable)

Third-party cookies:

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies:

• Cloudflare: Security and performance (Cloudflare Privacy Policy: https://www.cloudflare.com/privacy/)
• Google Analytics: Site analytics (if enabled) — you can opt out at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality.

We may share your information only in these circumstances:

• Service providers: Third parties who help us operate the Site (hosting, email, analytics) under confidentiality agreements
• Legal requirements: If required by law, court order, or government request
• Protection: To protect our rights, safety, or property, or that of our users
• Business transfer: Mark B Marquis forms a business to own SNHLocal.com; your information may transfer to the business

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

• Maintain your business listing
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Enforce our agreements

If you request deletion of your information, we will remove it within a reasonable timeframe, except where we're required to retain it by law.

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from any marketing communications

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

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, including:

• Secure (HTTPS) connection
• Cloudflare security services
• Limited access to personal information

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

The Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

The Site contains links to third-party websites (including business websites). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.

Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, contact us at:

Email: [email protected] Location: Windham, NH

If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect and the right to request deletion. Contact us to exercise these rights.

As a New Hampshire-based business, we comply with applicable state privacy laws. Contact us with any questions or concerns.