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Privacy Policy

Your trust matters to us. Here's exactly what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.

Last updated: January 1, 2026
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  1. 1. Introduction
  2. 2. Information We Collect
  3. 3. How We Use Your Information
  4. 4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
  5. 5. How We Share Your Information
  6. 6. Data Retention
  7. 7. Your Rights & Choices
  8. 8. Data Security
  9. 9. Children's Privacy
  10. 10. Changes to This Policy
  11. 11. Contact Us

1. Introduction

GMBForLocal ("GMBForLocal," "we," "us," or "our"), operated by Nearmatrix Solutions LLC, provides a local business directory that helps people discover, compare and connect with businesses in their community. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you use our website and services, how we use it, and the rights you have over your information.

By using GMBForLocal, you agree to the collection and use of information described in this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

  • Information you provide directly: name, email address, phone number, and message content when you contact us, submit a review, or list a business.
  • Business listing information: business name, address, category, hours, and contact details submitted by business owners.
  • Automatically collected information: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and approximate location (based on ZIP code or city entered in search).
  • Cookies and similar technologies: as described in Section 4 below.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, operate and improve the GMBForLocal directory and search experience.
  • Display relevant business listings based on your search location and preferences.
  • Respond to inquiries submitted through our contact form.
  • Verify business listings and reviews to maintain trust and accuracy.
  • Send service-related communications, such as confirmations or support replies.
  • Monitor usage patterns to detect, prevent and address technical issues or abuse.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

GMBForLocal uses cookies and similar technologies to remember your preferences, keep you signed in, and understand how visitors use our site. You can control cookies through your browser settings; disabling them may limit some features of the site.

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

  • Service providers who help us operate the site (e.g. hosting, analytics), under confidentiality obligations.
  • Businesses you contact through the directory, limited to the details needed to respond to your inquiry.
  • Legal authorities when required by law, court order, or to protect the rights and safety of GMBForLocal, our users, or the public.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

7. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or export your personal information, and to object to or restrict certain processing. To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details in Section 11.

8. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Children's Privacy

GMBForLocal is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of GMBForLocal after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please reach out: