This Privacy Policy describes how The Home Improvement Directory (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our website at https://thehomeimprovementdirectory.com/.
By accessing or using our website and directory services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Postal address
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Business name and contact details
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Website URL
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Listing information submitted to our directory
We may also automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, including IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and usage data.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
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Provide and maintain our directory services
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Create and manage business listings
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Respond to inquiries and support requests
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Improve website performance and usability
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Develop new features and categories
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Send administrative or service-related communications
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Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
Log Files
The Home Improvement Directory follows standard procedures for using log files. These files log visitors when they visit websites. The information collected may include IP addresses, browser type, referring pages, and timestamps. This data is used for analyzing trends, administering the site, and improving user experience.
Cookies and Web Beacons
We use cookies to store information about visitors’ preferences and to optimize the user experience.
Users may choose to disable cookies through their individual browser options. More detailed information about cookie management is available on browser support websites.
Google Advertising and Third-Party Services
The Home Improvement Directory may use Google AdSense and other third-party advertising services.
Google uses the DoubleClick DART cookie to serve ads to users based on their visit to this and other websites.
Users may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google’s Ad Settings.
Third-party ad servers or networks may use technologies such as cookies, JavaScript, or web beacons in their respective advertisements.
We have no control over these cookies used by third-party advertisers.
Service Providers
We may employ third-party companies and individuals to:
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Facilitate website operation
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Provide hosting and maintenance
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Analyze usage data
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Provide marketing and advertising services
These third parties have access to personal information only to perform tasks on our behalf and are contractually obligated to protect it.
Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.
Links to External Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any linked websites.
Children’s Information
The Home Improvement Directory does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe your child has provided personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.
Your Privacy Rights (GDPR and CCPA)
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
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Access your personal information
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Request correction or deletion
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Restrict or object to processing
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Request data portability
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Opt out of data sharing
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Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, please contact us through our website.
Consent
By using our website, you hereby consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through our website’s contact page.
Last updated: January 2026