Effective October 5, 2026
1. Information We Collect
CartersvilleGA.org (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates this website, an independent Cartersville, Georgia visitor guide and local business directory. We collect information you voluntarily provide, plus limited automatic data:
- Newsletter signups: Email address, first name, visitor type, and interests.
- Business submissions: Business name, contact person, email, phone, website, address, description, and advertising preferences.
- Event submissions: Event name, organizer, contact information, location, date, description, and ticket URL.
- Contact messages: Your name, email, and message content.
- Automatic data: Basic analytics such as page views, referral sources, and approximate location, collected via cookies and similar technologies.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to publish and improve the guide, review and publish submitted listings and events, respond to your questions and inquiries, send newsletters and updates you have opted into, administer paid listing and advertising programs, and analyze website traffic to improve content and user experience.
3. We Do Not Sell Your Personal Information
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We do not share subscriber data with advertisers. We may share information with service providers who help us operate the site (see below), and we may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights.
4. Third-Party Service Providers and Links
We use third-party services for analytics, email delivery, and payment processing. These providers may collect and process data as needed to perform their functions, subject to their own privacy policies. Our site contains links to third-party websites, including businesses listed in our directory. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.
5. Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies and similar technologies to understand how visitors use the site and to improve your experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some site functionality.
6. Data Retention
We retain newsletter subscriber data for as long as you remain subscribed. Unconfirmed newsletter signups are removed after 30 days. Business and event submission records are retained as needed to administer the directory and our advertising programs. You may request deletion of your personal data at any time (see below).
7. Your Choices
You can unsubscribe from newsletters at any time using the unsubscribe link in any email. You can opt out of analytics tracking through your browser settings. To request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data, contact us using the information below.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our site 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 data, please contact us and we will delete it.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes are effective when posted on this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
10. Contact Us
Questions about this policy? Use our contact form. [Site email to be added] · [Advertising email to be added] · [Phone number to be added].