Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Business Lister ("we", "us", "our", or "the Service") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our multi-platform business listing service.

By using Business Lister, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with the practices described in this policy, please do not use our Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email address
• Name (if provided)
• Password (encrypted and stored securely)
• Authentication information (if you sign in with Google or other third-party providers)

2.2 Business Listing Information

When you create a business listing, we collect:

• Business name, description, and type
• Financial information (revenue, expenses, profit margins, asking price)
• Business location and contact details
• Business assets and included items
• Revenue models and business metrics
• Social media accounts and follower counts
• Images, videos, and other media files
• Any other information you choose to provide in your listing

2.3 Payment Information

We collect payment information through our secure payment processor (Stripe). We do not store your full credit card details on our servers. Stripe handles all payment processing and stores payment information in accordance with PCI DSS standards.

2.4 Usage Information

We automatically collect information about how you use our Service, including:

• Pages visited and features used
• Time spent on pages
• Click patterns and navigation paths
• Device information (browser type, operating system, device type)
• IP address and general location data
• Referral sources

2.5 Communication Data

We collect information from communications between you and potential buyers through our unified inbox system, including messages, inquiries, and responses.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and improve our Service: Create and publish your business listings across multiple marketplaces, optimize listings using AI tools, and maintain your dashboard
• Process payments: Handle subscription fees and payment processing
• Facilitate communication: Enable communication between you and potential buyers through our unified inbox
• Send notifications: Notify you about listing updates, buyer inquiries, payment confirmations, and important service updates
• Customer support: Respond to your inquiries and provide technical support
• Analytics and improvement: Analyze usage patterns to improve our Service, develop new features, and enhance user experience
• Security and fraud prevention: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats
• Legal compliance: Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes
• Marketing: Send you promotional communications (with your consent, which you can opt out of at any time)

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Third-Party Marketplaces

We share your business listing information with third-party marketplaces where your listing will be published, including but not limited to Flippa, Acquire.com, BizBuySell, SideProjectors, IndieMaker, Empire Flippers, and other platforms. This is essential to provide our Service. Each marketplace has its own privacy policy, and we encourage you to review their policies.

4.2 Service Providers

We share information with third-party service providers who help us operate our Service, including:

• Payment processors (Stripe) for handling payments
• Cloud hosting providers (Firebase) for data storage and hosting
• Analytics providers (Microsoft Clarity, Hotjar) for understanding user behavior
• Email service providers for sending notifications
• Customer support tools

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

• Legal processes, such as court orders or subpoenas
• Government requests or regulatory inquiries
• Enforcement of our Terms and Conditions
• Protection of our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or others

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control.

4.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information with other parties when you explicitly consent to such sharing.

5. Data Storage and Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure authentication and access controls
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Firewall and intrusion detection systems
• Secure payment processing through PCI DSS compliant providers

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your data is stored on secure servers provided by Firebase (Google Cloud Platform) and may be stored in various locations worldwide. We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our Service, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and assist with marketing efforts. Types of cookies we use include:

• Essential cookies: Required for the Service to function properly (authentication, security)
• Analytics cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our Service (Microsoft Clarity, Hotjar)
• Functional cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Marketing cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements (with your consent)

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may limit your ability to use some features of our Service.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

7.1 Access and Portability

You can access and download your account information and listing data through your dashboard at any time.

7.2 Correction and Updates

You can update your account information and listing details at any time through your dashboard. We encourage you to keep your information current and accurate.

7.3 Deletion

You can request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us at admin@businesslister.io. We will delete your information within a reasonable timeframe, subject to legal retention requirements.

7.4 Opt-Out of Marketing

You can opt out of marketing communications by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us directly. You will still receive essential service-related communications.

7.5 Data Portability

You can request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format by contacting us at admin@businesslister.io.

7.6 Objection to Processing

You may object to certain processing of your information, such as for marketing purposes. Contact us to exercise this right.

8. Children's Privacy

Business Lister is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at admin@businesslister.io.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country.

By using our Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your information receives adequate protection in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

10. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
• Right to delete personal information we have collected
• Right to opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us at admin@businesslister.io.

11. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent at any time
• Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise these rights, please contact us at admin@businesslister.io. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

12. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Service contains links to third-party websites and integrates with third-party services, including marketplaces where your listing appears. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites or services you access through our Service. This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected by Business Lister.

13. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as:

• Your account is active
• Necessary to provide our Service
• Required to comply with legal obligations
• Necessary to resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within a reasonable timeframe, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last updated" date
• Sending an email to the address associated with your account
• Displaying a prominent notice on our Service

Your continued use of the Service after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

16. Your Consent

By using Business Lister, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any aspect of this policy, please do not use our Service.