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Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 1, 2026

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly, such as your name and email address when you create an account or submit a business listing.

We also collect usage data automatically — including pages visited, search queries, and business detail views — to understand how our directory is used and improve our service.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, operate, and improve Island Seeker
  • Personalize recommendations and search results
  • Process and manage business listing submissions
  • Send transactional emails (e.g., account verification)
  • Detect and prevent fraudulent or abusive activity

3. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to maintain your session, remember language preferences, and analyze site traffic. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function properly without them.

4. Third-Party Services

Island Seeker uses the following third-party services that may process your data under their own privacy policies:

  • Supabase — database, authentication, and file storage (supabase.com/privacy)
  • Vercel — hosting and content delivery
  • OpenRouter / OpenAI — AI chat assistant (queries are not stored beyond the current session)

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share data only when required by law or to protect the rights and safety of Island Seeker and its users.

6. Data Retention

We retain account data for as long as your account is active. Analytics events are retained for up to 24 months. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete your personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

8. Children's Privacy

Island Seeker is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the date at the top of this page. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].