Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 27, 2026
Introduction
Welcome to Best of Marin ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This policy explains what we collect, why we collect it, and how we handle it when you use our website and directory services.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
Information submitted through forms (such as listings, nominations, and contact requests), which may include your name, email address, business details, and any message you send.
Usage & Device Data
Basic usage data (pages viewed, referrers), device and browser information, and approximate location inferred from your IP address.
Optional Precise Location
If you choose to share it, we may use your device location to show nearby places. You can decline or disable location access at any time in your browser settings.
Cookies & Analytics
We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the site and measure traffic. We plan to use Google Analytics to understand site usage.
How We Use Information
- To operate and improve the Best of Marin directory and services.
- To respond to your inquiries, nominations, and listing submissions.
- To show relevant results near you if you choose to share location.
- To analyze site traffic and performance.
- To send updates if you opt in to communications in the future.
Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with service providers who help us run the site (such as hosting and form processing). These providers are only allowed to use your data to perform services for us.
Data Retention
We keep information only as long as needed to provide the service, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, or enforce our agreements.
Your Rights & Choices
- You can disable cookies in your browser settings.
- You can decline or revoke location access at any time.
- You can request access, correction, or deletion of your information by contacting us.
If you are located in the EEA/UK/Switzerland or California, you may have additional rights under applicable laws. We will honor valid requests to the extent required by law.
Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
Children’s Privacy
Our site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
International Visitors
If you access the site from outside the United States, your information may be processed in the United States or other jurisdictions where our service providers operate.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at: