Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to California Local Guidebook ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and share your information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection and use of information through our website and QR code-based local guidebook service.

Our service connects vacation rental guests with local businesses in California through QR codes placed in vacation rental properties. We work with local businesses who pay us to promote their services in our digital guidebook.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information from Website Users

When you visit our website or use our guidebook service, we automatically collect certain information:

• Analytics Data: We track website usage, page views, time spent on pages, and user interactions to improve our service
• Geolocation Data: We collect approximate location information to provide relevant local business recommendations
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, and IP address
• QR Code Usage: Information about which QR codes are scanned and when, to measure engagement and improve our service

Note: Users do not need to create accounts or log in to use our guidebook service. We do not collect personal identifying information unless voluntarily provided.

2.2 Business Partner Information

From businesses that pay to be featured in our guidebook, we collect:

• Business name, address, and contact information
• Business description, hours of operation, and services offered
• Marketing materials, photos, and promotional content
• Payment and billing information
• Business owner/representative contact details

2.3 Vacation Rental Property Information

We collect information about vacation rental properties where our QR codes are placed:

• Property location and address
• Property type and basic details
• Property owner/manager contact information
• QR code placement locations within properties

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To provide personalized local business recommendations based on your location
• Analytics and Improvement: To understand how our service is used and improve user experience
• Business Operations: To manage relationships with featured businesses and vacation rental partners
• Marketing and Promotion: To promote local businesses to relevant users
• Technical Maintenance: To ensure our website and QR code system function properly
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Business Partners: We may share aggregated, non-personally identifiable usage data with featured businesses to help them understand customer engagement
• Service Providers: We work with third-party service providers for analytics, hosting, and technical services
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, acquisition, or sale of our business

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
• Secure hosting and data storage practices

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your information:

• Access: Request information about what personal data we have about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
• Opt-out: Opt out of certain data collection by disabling location services in your browser

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

7. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected and how it's used
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

8. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to 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. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material 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.

10. Contact Us

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