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Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 5, 2026

PermitsGuide.com ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website at permitsguide.com. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your choices regarding that information.

1. Information We Collect

Information you provide directly. If you contact us by email, we receive your email address, name (if provided), and the content of your message. We do not require you to create an account or provide personal information to use the site.

Information collected automatically. When you visit our site, we collect certain information through analytics tools and server logs, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs
  • Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
  • Approximate geographic location (city/region level, derived from IP address)

2. Analytics

We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors use our site. GA4 collects data using cookies and similar technologies. The information generated is transmitted to and stored by Google. We use this data to analyze traffic patterns, improve our content, and understand which guides are most useful.

GA4 may collect identifiers such as device IDs and use cookies to distinguish unique users. We have configured GA4 with IP anonymization enabled. Google's use of this data is governed by Google's Privacy Policy.

We also use Google Search Console (GSC) to monitor how our site appears in Google search results. GSC provides us with aggregated search performance data (queries, impressions, clicks, average position) and does not collect personal information from visitors.

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

3. Cookies

Our site uses cookies primarily through Google Analytics. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us understand site usage. The cookies we use include:

  • _ga — Used to distinguish unique users. Expires after 2 years.
  • _ga_* — Used to maintain session state. Expires after 2 years.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Note that disabling cookies does not affect your ability to read our guides.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to questions and correction reports sent by email
  • Analyze site traffic and usage patterns to improve our content
  • Monitor search performance and identify opportunities for new guides
  • Maintain and improve site performance and security

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes.

5. Third-Party Services

Our site uses the following third-party service:

  • Google Analytics 4 — Website analytics (Google Privacy Policy)

Fonts are self-hosted on our servers and do not involve third-party requests.

Third-party services may collect information as described in their own privacy policies. We do not control and are not responsible for their data practices.

6. Data Retention

Email correspondence is retained for as long as necessary to resolve your inquiry and for our records. Google Analytics data is retained for 14 months, after which it is automatically deleted.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect the information we collect. Our site is served over HTTPS to encrypt data in transit. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Children's Privacy

Our site is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction or deletion of your personal information
  • Opt out of analytics tracking (see Section 2)
  • Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise any of these rights, email us at hello@permitsguide.com.

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. Your continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at hello@permitsguide.com.

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