Local Directory

Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 21, 2026 • Applies to https://www.madeinthed.com

Local Directory (“we,” “us,” “our”) operates Local Directory. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you use our website and services (the “Service”).

1. Information We Collect

  • Account & Listing data: business name, contact information, addresses, photos, hours, coupon content, etc.
  • Transactional data: subscription status and payment confirmation metadata from our payment processor (we do not store full card numbers).
  • Usage data: log data, device information, approximate location from IP, and cookies or similar technologies.
  • Communications: messages you send us (e.g., support, coupon emails sent to yourself).

2. How We Use Information

  • Provide, maintain, and improve the Service and your listings.
  • Process payments and manage subscriptions.
  • Prevent fraud, enforce our Terms, and ensure platform integrity.
  • Communicate with you about updates, invoices, and support.
  • Analyze aggregate, de-identified usage to improve features.

3. Legal Bases (EEA/UK where applicable)

  • Contract (to provide the Service you request).
  • Legitimate interests (to secure and improve the Service, prevent abuse, and market similar services).
  • Consent (where required, e.g., certain cookies or marketing).
  • Legal obligations (tax, accounting, compliance).

4. Sharing of Information

  • Vendors & processors who help us run the Service (hosting, storage, analytics, email, and payments). They may only process data per our instructions.
  • Public content you choose to publish (e.g., listing details and coupons) is visible to visitors.
  • Legal & safety when required by law or to protect rights, safety, and security.

5. Cookies & Similar Technologies

We use necessary cookies for core functionality (e.g., login). We may also use analytics cookies to understand usage. You can control cookies through your browser settings; however, disabling certain cookies may affect site features.

6. Data Retention

We keep personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described above, to comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. Public listings/coupons remain visible until you remove or unpublish them.

7. Your Rights

  • Access, correct, or delete personal data (subject to legal/contractual limits).
  • Object to or restrict certain processing.
  • Portability of data you provided, where applicable.
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

To exercise rights, email privacy@madeinthed.com. We may need to verify your identity.

8. Children’s Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under 13 (or the minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

9. International Transfers

We may process data in the United States or other countries. We take steps to protect data consistent with this Policy and applicable law.

10. Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date reflects the latest revision. Your continued use of the Service means you accept any updates.