**Haystayk Online Directory Platform – Privacy Policy**

Last updated: 8/18/23

Welcome to Haystayk! This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you use our online directory platform. By using Haystayk, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

**1. Information We Collect**

a. **Personal Information**: When you register an account, list a business, or use our services, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, and location.

b. **Business Information**: If you list a business, we may collect information including business name, description, images, and contact details.

c. **Usage Information**: We automatically collect information about your interactions with the platform, such as the pages you visit, actions you take, and the device and browser you use.

d. **Payment Information**: If you make payments through our platform, we may collect payment details, billing address, and transaction history.

**2. How We Use Your Information**

a. **Provide and Improve Services**: We use your information to operate, maintain, and enhance our platform, personalize your experience, and provide customer support.

b. **Communications**: We may use your email address to send you important notifications, updates, newsletters, and other relevant information related to our services.

c. **Analytics**: We analyze user behavior and trends to improve our platform, understand user preferences, and enhance our services.

d. **Transactions**: If you make payments through our platform, we use your payment information to process transactions and prevent fraud.

**3. How We Share Your Information**

a. **Business Listings**: If you list a business, your business information will be visible to users of the platform.

b. **Service Providers**: We may share your information with third-party service providers to assist in operating our platform, including data storage, payment processing, and analytics.

c. **Legal Compliance**: We may disclose your information if required by law, legal process, or government request.

**4. Data Security**

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

**5. Your Choices**

a. **Account Information**: You can access and update your account information through platform settings.

b. **Email Preferences**: You can manage your email preferences by adjusting settings within your account or unsubscribing from our emails.

**6. Data Retention**

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations.

**7. We Do Not Sell User Information**

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

**8. Changes to Privacy Policy**

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes to our practices or for legal or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes through the platform or via email.

**9. Contact Us**

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to your personal information or this Privacy Policy, contact us at support@haystayk.com.

**10. Governing Law**

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of Charleston South Carolina. Any disputes arising from or related to this Privacy Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Charleston South Carolina.

Thank you for choosing Haystayk. We are committed to protecting your privacy and providing a reliable and secure directory platform.

**Haystayk**

**Haystayk Online Directory Platform**