Privacy Policy

How we collect, use, and protect your personal information

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

At Show-Me Web Co. ("we," "us," "our"), we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you contact us or request our services, we may collect:

  • Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
  • Business name and industry information
  • Website and project requirements
  • Payment information (processed securely through third-party processors)
  • Communication preferences and marketing consent

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

  • IP address and device information
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited and time spent on our site
  • Referring website information
  • Operating system and device characteristics

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide web design, development, and hosting services
  • Process payments for our monthly subscription services
  • Communicate about your project and provide customer support
  • Send important service updates and maintenance notifications
  • Improve our website and services
  • Send marketing communications (with your consent)
  • Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

Service Providers

  • Payment processors (for monthly billing)
  • Web hosting providers (for website hosting services)
  • Email service providers (for communications)
  • Analytics providers (to improve our services)

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or to:

  • Comply with legal process or government requests
  • Protect our rights, property, or safety
  • Investigate fraud or other illegal activities
  • Enforce our Terms of Service

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

  • SSL encryption for data transmission
  • Secure servers and regular security updates
  • Limited access to personal information
  • Regular security audits and monitoring
  • Secure payment processing through trusted providers

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Analyze website traffic and user behavior
  • Improve website functionality and user experience
  • Prevent spam and abuse

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

6. Third-Party Services

Our website and services may include links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services:

  • Payment processors for billing
  • Analytics tools (Google Analytics)
  • Social media platforms
  • Email marketing services

These third parties have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide ongoing services (for active monthly subscribers)
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
  • Maintain business records

For monthly subscribers, we retain account information throughout the service period and for up to 7 years after cancellation for billing and legal purposes.

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access and review your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
  • Opt out of marketing communications
  • Object to certain data processing activities
  • Request data portability

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected] or through our contact form.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for 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 such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

10. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, sell, or disclose, and the right to request deletion of personal information.

We do not sell personal information to third parties. For CCPA-related requests, contact us at [email protected].

11. International Users

Our services are primarily intended for users in the United States, particularly in Missouri. If you are accessing our services from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will:

  • Update the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy
  • Notify active customers of significant changes
  • Post the updated policy on our website

Your continued use of our services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Information

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

Show-Me Web Co.

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Website: https://showmewebco.com/contact
  • Location: Missouri, United States

Last Updated: May 28, 2025
This Privacy Policy is part of our commitment to transparency and protecting your privacy while providing exceptional web design services to Missouri businesses.