Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy - Updated October 5, 2023
The Boston Small Business Podcast ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information when you use our Small Business Podcast in the state of Massachusetts ("the Podcast"). Please read this Privacy Policy carefully to understand how we handle your information. By accessing or using the Podcast, you agree to the terms and practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1. Personal Information:
We may collect personal information from you in various ways, including but not limited to:
- Information you provide when you subscribe to the Podcast or contact us through our website or other communication channels, including your name, email address, and any other information you choose to provide.
- Information automatically collected when you visit our website or interact with the Podcast, such as your IP address, browser type, and operating system.
- Information related to your participation in Podcast-related events, contests, or surveys.
1.2. Non-Personal Information:
We may also collect non-personal information, such as aggregated and anonymized data, to analyze trends and improve the Podcast. This information does not identify you personally.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect for the following purposes:
2.1. To Provide and Improve the Podcast:
We use your personal information to provide you with access to the Podcast, including sending you updates and notifications. We may also use this information to improve the Podcast's content and functionality.
2.2. Communication:
We may use your email address to communicate with you about the Podcast, respond to your inquiries, and send you promotional materials, newsletters, or updates related to the Podcast, with your consent. You can opt out of receiving marketing emails at any time.
2.3. Analytics:
We may use non-personal information for analytics purposes to understand how users interact with the Podcast, improve our services, and tailor content to your preferences.
2.4. Legal Compliance:
We may process your information to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, enforce our agreements, or protect our rights, property, or safety.
3. Disclosure of Your Information
We may share your personal information with the following parties:
3.1. Service Providers:
We may engage third-party service providers to assist us in delivering the Podcast, such as hosting, analytics, and communication tools. These providers may have access to your personal information only as necessary to perform these tasks on our behalf and are obligated to maintain the confidentiality of your data.
3.2. Legal Requirements:
We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations, respond to lawful requests, and protect our rights, privacy, safety, and the rights of others.
3.3. Business Transfers:
If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
4. Your Choices
You have the following choices regarding your personal information:
4.1. Access and Correction:
You can request access to your personal information and request corrections or updates to inaccuracies.
4.2. Opt-Out:
You can opt out of receiving promotional emails from us by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in the emails or by contacting us directly.
4.3. Data Deletion:
You can request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations and reasonable retention periods.
5. Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no data transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. We cannot guarantee the security of your information and assume no liability for breaches of security beyond our control.
6. Children's Privacy
The Podcast is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected personal information from your child, please contact us, and we will take steps to remove the information.
7. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website or by other means as required by law. Please review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:
[Your Contact Information]
[Your Business Address]
[City, State, ZIP]
Email: [Your Email Address]
Phone:
By listening to the Podcast, and exploring our website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these practices, please do not use or engage with the Podcast.