PRIVACY POLICY


Privacy Policy for YourFranchiseGroup.com

Effective Date: February 5, 2025
Last Updated: February 5, 2025

YourFranchiseGroup.com ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you use our platform.

By using YourFranchiseGroup.com, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.


1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal and non-personal information from users:

A. Personal Information You Provide

When you register, interact, or engage with our platform, we may collect:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Franchise affiliation (if provided)

  • Job title and company information (if provided)

  • Any other details you voluntarily submit from time to time through surveys, correspondence, etc.

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our site, we automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type & device information

  • Pages visited and time spent on our site

  • Referral source (how you found our website)

  • Cookies and tracking technologies (see Section 6)

C. Information from Third-Party Sources

We may receive information from:

  • Social media platforms if you engage with us

  • Partners and affiliates who refer users to our platform


2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

Provide and improve our networking services
Facilitate franchise-related connections
Send updates, newsletters, and industry insights
Analyze trends to enhance user experience
Prevent fraud and ensure platform security
Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

We do not sell your personal data.


3. How We Share Your Information

We may share user information in the following cases:

With platform members – If you voluntarily share information in networking discussions.
With service providers – To host our website, analyze data, and manage email communications.
For legal compliance – If required by law, government request, or legal process.
In case of business transfer – If we are acquired, merged, or involved in a restructuring.

We do not share personal information for direct marketing unless explicitly agreed to.


4. Email Communications & Opt-Out Policy

By using YourFranchiseGroup.com, you consent to receiving occasional emails related to networking, franchise insights, and platform updates.

Opt-Out Instructions:
If you no longer wish to receive promotional emails, send an email to info@yourfranchisegroup.com with "Opt Out" in the subject line from the email you wish to unsubscribe.

Transaction Emails:
Opting out of promotional emails does not remove you from essential platform notifications related to your membership or account.


5. Data Retention & Security

We retain user data as long as needed for:
Providing services
Legal compliance
Security and fraud prevention

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data but cannot guarantee absolute security due to the nature of digital communications.


6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and tracking technologies to enhance your experience.

Essential Cookies – Required for platform functionality.
Analytics Cookies – Help us improve the platform.
Marketing Cookies – Used to personalize content.

How to Disable Cookies:
You can manage cookies via your browser settings. Disabling cookies may impact site functionality.


7. Your Rights & Privacy Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

A. GDPR (For European Union Users)

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to:

  • Access your data

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Request data deletion ("Right to be Forgotten")

  • Restrict processing of your data

  • Withdraw consent for marketing emails

To exercise these rights, email us at info@yourfranchisegroup.com.

B. CCPA (For California Users)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have the right to:

  • Know what personal data we collect

  • Request deletion of their personal data

  • Opt out of data sharing for commercial purposes

We do not sell personal data, but if you have concerns, you can request access or deletion by contacting info@yourfranchisegroup.com.


8. Children's Privacy

YourFranchiseGroup.com is intended for users 18 years and older. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we learn that a child has provided personal data, we will delete it promptly.


9. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

This Privacy Policy shall be governed by the laws of Colorado. Any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in Castle Rock, Colorado, per the American Arbitration Association (AAA) rules.


10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. If significant changes occur, we will notify users via email or a notice on the website. Continued use of the platform after updates signifies acceptance of the revised policy.


11. Contact Information

If you have any privacy-related questions, requests, or concerns, please contact us:

Email: info@yourfranchisegroup.com
Website: YourFranchiseGroup.com

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