Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 21, 2026

Stolution, Inc. ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website, mobile applications, and services (collectively, the "Services").

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

Create an account: Name, email address, username, password, phone number
Complete your profile: Profile photo, bio, preferences, location
Post content: Reviews, ratings, comments, photos, videos
Claim a business: Business name, address, tax ID, verification documents
Contact us: Messages, feedback, support inquiries
Make transactions: Payment information (processed by third-party providers)

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use our Services, we automatically collect:

Device information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
Usage data: Pages viewed, features used, search queries, clicks, time spent
Location data: GPS coordinates, Wi-Fi access points, IP-based location (with your consent)
Cookies and tracking: See our Cookie Policy

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from:

Social media platforms (if you connect your account)
Business partners and data providers
Public databases and directories
Analytics and advertising partners

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide, maintain, and improve our Services
Create and manage your account
Process transactions and send transaction notifications
Personalize your experience and provide recommendations
Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
Send you updates, newsletters, and marketing communications (with consent)
Detect, prevent, and address fraud and security issues
Analyze usage patterns and improve our algorithms
Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with:

Other users: Your public profile, reviews, and ratings are visible to other users
Business owners: Businesses can see reviews and aggregated analytics about their listings
Service providers: Third-party vendors who assist with hosting, analytics, payment processing, email delivery
Business partners: Partners who help us provide features or promotional offers
Legal authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights
Corporate transactions: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

We do not sell your personal information to third parties for monetary consideration. However, we may share data with advertising partners in ways that may constitute a "sale" under certain state laws (see CCPA section below).

4. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your information:

Access: Request a copy of your personal information
Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
Deletion: Request deletion of your account and personal information
Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails (link provided in emails)
Data portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
Object: Object to certain processing of your information

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected] or use your account settings.

5. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

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

Right to Know

You have the right to request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected, the sources, purposes, and third parties with whom we share it.

Right to Delete

You have the right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions (e.g., legal compliance, fraud prevention).

Right to Opt-Out of Sale

While we do not sell personal information for money, we may share data with advertising partners. You have the right to opt out of this sharing.

Do Not Sell My Personal Information →

Right to Non-Discrimination

You have the right to not receive discriminatory treatment for exercising your CCPA rights.

Authorized Agents

You may designate an authorized agent to make requests on your behalf. We may require proof of authorization.

To exercise your CCPA rights, email [email protected] or call 1-XXX-XXX-XXXX (toll-free). We will verify your identity before processing requests.

6. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or United Kingdom, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

Right to access, rectification, erasure, and data portability
Right to restrict or object to processing
Right to withdraw consent at any time
Right to lodge a complaint with your supervisory authority

We process your data based on consent, contractual necessity, legal obligations, or legitimate interests. For more information, contact [email protected].

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to provide and improve our Services. You can control cookies through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner.

For detailed information, see our Cookie Policy.

8. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

Provide our Services and maintain your account
Comply with legal, tax, and regulatory requirements
Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

After account deletion, we may retain certain information in anonymized or aggregated form, or as required by law. Backup copies may persist for up to 90 days.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including encryption, access controls, and secure servers. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

If we become aware of a data breach that affects your information, we will notify you in accordance with applicable laws.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly.

Parents or guardians who believe we may have collected information from a child should contact us immediately.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries where our servers and service providers operate. These countries may have different data protection laws than your country.

By using our Services, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries. We implement appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses, to protect your information.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our Services and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Stolution, Inc.
Privacy Team
Email: [email protected]
Address: [Company Address]
Phone: 1-XXX-XXX-XXXX (toll-free for CCPA requests)