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Privacy Policy

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The explanations and information provided on this page are only general and high-level explanations and information on how to write your own document of a Privacy Policy. You should not rely on this article as legal advice or as recommendations regarding what you should actually do, because we cannot know in advance what are the specific privacy policies you wish to establish between your business and your customers and visitors. We recommend that you seek legal advice to help you understand and to assist you in the creation of your own Privacy Policy.

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 4/27/2025

At YardSmart, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our app, website, and services (collectively, the "Services"). By using our Services, you consent to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information to provide and improve our Services, including:

  • Personal Information: When you create an account, we collect personal details such as your name, email address, phone number, and payment information.
     

  • User Profile Data: This includes your profile details, such as the equipment you rent, the items you list, and your rental history.
     

  • Payment Information: We collect payment information, such as credit card details, for processing transactions.
     

  • Device Information: We collect information about the device you use to access our Services, such as your device's operating system, IP address, and browser type.
     

  • Usage Data: We collect data about how you interact with our Services, including the pages you visit, the time you spend, and other usage details.
     

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • To Provide and Improve Services: We use your information to provide you with the ability to rent and list equipment, process payments, and improve your experience with our Services.
     

  • To Communicate with You: We may use your contact information to send updates, service announcements, and respond to customer support requests.
     

  • To Process Payments: Your payment information is used to process payments for rentals, fees, and other transactions.
     

  • To Personalize Your Experience: We may use your data to customize the content and features of our Services to suit your preferences.
     

  • For Marketing and Promotions: With your consent, we may send promotional emails, offers, and newsletters related to YardSmart.
     

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not share your personal information with third parties except in the following circumstances:

  • With Service Providers: We may share your data with third-party vendors who help us provide our Services, such as payment processors and customer support platforms. These third parties are obligated to protect your data and use it solely for the purposes of providing their services.
     

  • To Comply with Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information if required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena, court order, or other legal process.
     

  • In Case of Business Transactions: If YardSmart is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal data may be transferred as part of the transaction.
     

4. Data Security

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement reasonable measures to protect it from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. If you choose to delete your account, we will retain certain data, as necessary, for legal and operational purposes.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: You have the right to request access to the personal information we have about you.
     

  • Correction: You have the right to request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
     

  • Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.
     

  • Opt-Out of Marketing: You can opt-out of receiving marketing emails from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in those emails.
     

To exercise your rights, please contact us at the information provided below.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience with YardSmart. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us personalize your experience, track your usage, and remember your preferences.

You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our Services.

8. Third-Party Links

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by YardSmart. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

9. Children's Privacy

YardSmart is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will post the updated policy on this page and update the "Effective Date" at the top of the page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

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