Privacy Policy

Effective Date: November 15, 2024
Last Updated: May 15, 2025

1. Who We Are

SearchPod (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is a digital marketing agency specializing in Google Ads, SEO, and conversion optimization. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website at https://searchpod.com.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide:

  • Name, email address, phone number (via contact forms or booking tools)
  • Business details (e.g., company name, website, service inquiries)
  • Payment or billing details (securely processed via Stripe if applicable)

Information We Collect Automatically:

  • IP address and device details
  • Browser type and operating system
  • Pages visited, duration of visit, and referral sources
  • Geographic location based on IP

3. How We Collect Data

  • Through contact and inquiry forms
  • When you book appointments (via tools like Acuity or Calendly)
  • Using analytics tools such as Google Analytics and Tag Manager
  • Via advertising tools such as Google Ads and Meta Pixel (Facebook/Instagram)
  • Through CRM and email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, HubSpot)
  • Using cookies, scripts, and tracking pixels

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

  • Respond to your inquiries and provide our services
  • Schedule meetings and consultations
  • Deliver advertising via Google Ads, Meta, or other platforms
  • Analyze and improve site functionality and user experience
  • Send promotional content (only if you’ve opted in)
  • Process payments securely (if applicable)
  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

5. Cookies and Tracking Tools

We use cookies and tracking technologies to:

  • Understand visitor behavior and improve our website
  • Power retargeting and conversion tracking through platforms like Google Ads and Meta
  • Monitor booking activity and form submissions

You can disable cookies through your browser settings. We do not currently offer in-site cookie preference controls.

6. Third-Party Services

We may share limited data with trusted third-party services that help us run our business, including:

  • Google Ads, Analytics, and Tag Manager
  • Meta (Facebook/Instagram Ads)
  • CRM and email platforms like Mailchimp and HubSpot
  • Booking tools like Acuity or Calendly
  • Payment processors such as Stripe
  • Hosting, form capture, and analytics tools

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction (e.g., Canada, EU, California), you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request corrections or deletion of your data
  • Withdraw consent or object to certain data uses
  • Opt out of marketing communications at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@searchpod.com

8. Data Retention

We keep your data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

9. Data Security

We take data protection seriously and use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no online system is completely secure.

10. International Visitors

SearchPod is operated in Canada. By using our site, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information in accordance with this policy.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted here with a new "Last Updated" date.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:

SearchPod
Email: info@searchpod.com
Website: https://searchpod.com

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