Effective Date: May 20, 2026
At boycotting.business (“we,” “us,” or “our”), accessible from https://boycotting.business, protecting the privacy and personal data of our visitors and registered users is a top priority. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect, how we use it, and the strict measures we take to safeguard your data.
By using our website, you hereby consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
We only collect personal information that is necessary to operate our business directory and review platform. This happens in the following ways:
Account Registration Data: When you sign up for an account, we collect your name, username, email address, and account passwords.
User-Submitted Content: Any public information you post directly to the platform—including business reviews, star ratings, text experiences, comments, images, or forum timelines—is collected and processed.
Payment Information: If you purchase premium listings, packages, or memberships, transactions are processed directly via PayPal. We do not store credit card numbers or financial credentials on our WordPress servers; all payment data is processed securely through PayPal’s encrypted gateway.
When you browse boycotting.business, certain data is gathered automatically to ensure site stability and optimize functionality:
Log Files & Analytics: We track standard log information, including your IP address, browser type, Internet Service Provider (ISP), date/time stamps, and referring or exit pages.
Cookies: We use cookies to store your login preferences, session data, and custom directory filters. You can choose to disable cookies through your individual browser settings, though doing so may limit your ability to use certain features of the site.
To power our advanced directory mapping and secure processing, we integrate specific third-party tools that collect or interact with your data:
Google Maps Platform: We utilize Google Maps APIs (including JavaScript, Geocoding, and Places Autocomplete APIs) to display interactive business locations and aid address lookups. By using the mapping features on this site, you agree to be bound by the Google Privacy Policy.
PayPal Gateway: All e-commerce processing and subscription tracking are handled via automated webhooks interacting with PayPal. Data sharing is strictly restricted to what is legally required to verify, clear, or refund transactions.
We utilize the information we collect to maintain an authentic, transparent accountability platform, specifically to:
Operate, maintain, and optimize the directory website interface.
Allow users to submit, post, and track business reviews and star ratings.
Process secure marketplace checkouts and manage member profiles.
Prevent fraudulent submissions, spam reviews, or malicious cyberactivity.
Communicate critical platform updates, verification notices, or customer support responses.
Public Postings: Reviews, ratings, and profile usernames submitted to boycotting.business are intended for public visibility and will remain accessible on the platform to maintain historical transparency unless a formal request for modification or deletion is approved.
Account Data: Personal account profiles are stored securely for as long as the account remains active. Users retain the right to request the complete deletion of their account records at any time.
Depending on your geographical location, you have specific rights regarding your personal information, which may include:
The right to access and receive a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
The right to request the rectification or correction of inaccurate information.
The right to request the complete erasure (“right to be forgotten”) of your user profile data.
To exercise any of these rights, or if you have questions regarding this policy, please contact us directly.
For any inquiries or data management requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please reach out to us at:
Email: info@boycotting.business