This Privacy Policy explains how CityRuleGuide collects, uses, stores, and protects information when you access or use this website.
Transparency and responsible data handling are core principles of our platform.
This policy is written to comply with applicable privacy standards, including GDPR and CCPA requirements, while remaining clear and understandable.
Effective Date: [yesterday_date]
Scope and Purpose of This Policy
CityRuleGuide is an educational content website focused on providing general information about U.S.
city and county rules.
This Privacy Policy applies to all visitors, users, and readers of the website.
By using CityRuleGuide, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy.
If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, you should discontinue use of the website.
Information We Collect
CityRuleGuide collects limited information, primarily to ensure the website functions properly, remains secure, and improves content quality.
Information You Provide Voluntarily
We may collect information you voluntarily provide when you contact us via email or contact forms.
This may include:
Your name, if provided
Your email address
The content of your message
Providing this information is optional.
You may choose not to share personal details, but this may limit our ability to respond effectively.
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit CityRuleGuide, certain non-personal information may be collected automatically.
This can include:
IP address
Browser type and version
Device type
Operating system
Pages viewed and time spent
Referring or exit pages
This information is collected in aggregated form and is used for analytics, security, and performance optimization.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
CityRuleGuide uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and support website functionality.
Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help websites remember user preferences and analyze site performance.
Types of Cookies Used
Essential cookies that enable basic site functionality
Analytics cookies that help understand how users interact with content
Advertising cookies used by third-party services to display relevant ads
You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings.
However, doing so may affect certain features or functionality of the website.
Use of Google Services
CityRuleGuide uses third-party services provided by Google to support analytics, advertising, and security.
Google Analytics
Google Analytics is used to understand how visitors interact with the website.
It collects anonymized data such as page views, session duration, and general location information.
This data helps improve content organization, readability, and overall site performance.
No personally identifiable information is intentionally collected through analytics.
Google Ad Services
CityRuleGuide may display ads through Google advertising services, including AdSense.
These services may use cookies or similar technologies to show ads based on general user interests and browsing behavior.
Advertising partners may collect non-personal information to measure ad performance and relevance.
Google reCAPTCHA
Google reCAPTCHA may be used on contact forms to protect against spam and abuse.
reCAPTCHA analyzes user behavior to determine whether activity appears automated.
Use of reCAPTCHA is subject to Google’s applicable privacy and data usage standards.
How We Use Collected Information
Information collected by CityRuleGuide is used for limited and specific purposes, including:
Responding to inquiries and messages
Improving website content and structure
Analyzing site traffic and usage trends
Maintaining security and preventing misuse
Displaying and managing advertising
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
For users located in regions covered by GDPR, CityRuleGuide processes personal data based on one or more of the following legal bases:
User consent when voluntarily providing information
Legitimate interest in operating and improving the website
Compliance with legal obligations where applicable
You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
User Rights Under GDPR and CCPA
Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding your personal data.
Your Rights May Include
The right to access information we hold about you
The right to request correction of inaccurate data
The right to request deletion of personal data
The right to restrict or object to certain processing
The right to request data portability
The right to opt out of certain data uses
Requests related to data rights can be submitted by contacting us at the email address listed below.
Children’s Privacy
CityRuleGuide is not intended for children under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If you believe that a child has provided personal information through the website, please contact us so we can take appropriate action to remove the data.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to monitor children’s online activity and guide safe internet use.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
Messages sent via contact forms or email may be stored for record-keeping, support, or quality review purposes and deleted when no longer needed.
Data Security
CityRuleGuide takes reasonable measures to protect collected information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.
While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to safeguard data, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure.
We cannot guarantee absolute security.
Third-Party Data Handling
Some data may be processed by trusted third-party services used for analytics, advertising, and security.
These services operate under their own privacy policies and standards.
CityRuleGuide does not control how third-party services manage data beyond their stated purposes.
No Sensitive Content or Advisory Data
CityRuleGuide does not intentionally collect or process sensitive personal data.
The website does not offer health, financial, legal, or investment advice, and does not require such information from users.
Updates to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in practices, technology, or legal requirements.
Any updates will be posted on this page, with the effective date revised accordingly.
Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or data handling practices, you may contact us using the appropriate email address below.
General inquiries:
contact@cityruleguide.com
DMCA-related matters:
dmca@cityruleguide.com
Privacy and legal questions:
privacy@cityruleguide.com
Final Statement
CityRuleGuide is committed to transparency, user trust, and responsible data practices.
This Privacy Policy is intended to clearly explain how information is handled while maintaining an educational, AdSense-safe, and user-focused platform.
By using this website, you acknowledge and accept the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
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