Privacy Policy
Effective Date: April 19, 2025

At ValuableFranchise.com, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website.

1. Who We Are

ValuableFranchise.com is a resource for aspiring franchise owners, offering insights, comparisons, and tools to make informed franchise decisions. Our website address is: https://valuablefranchise.com

2. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information (Only If You Provide It):
We only collect personal details that you voluntarily submit, such as:

  • Your name and email (e.g., via contact forms)
  • Questions, business inquiries, or messages

We do not offer user registration or commenting on our site.

b. Non-Personal Information (Automatically Collected):
When you browse ValuableFranchise.com, we may collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited
  • Time and date of access
  • Device type
  • Referral source (e.g., search engine or link)

This data is used strictly for analytics, performance insights, and site improvement.

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • Respond to inquiries you send us
  • Monitor and improve site performance
  • Track affiliate link usage
  • Maintain website security
  • Comply with legal requirements

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

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device to store preferences and activity.

How We Use Cookies:
We use cookies for:

  • Functional features (like saving session preferences)
  • Visitor analytics (e.g., via Google Analytics)
  • Affiliate tracking (to record clicks and commissions)

Both first-party and third-party cookies may be used.

Managing Cookies:
You can disable cookies in your browser settings. This may affect some functionality.

5. Third-Party Services & Embedded Content

Some pages may include third-party content (e.g., YouTube videos, franchise offer widgets, or external links). These sites may collect your data or use cookies independently. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies.

We are not responsible for the data practices of external websites.

6. Affiliate Disclosure

ValuableFranchise.com participates in affiliate marketing programs with various franchise directories and marketplaces.

When you click an affiliate link and take action (e.g., submit a lead form or purchase), we may earn a commission — at no extra cost to you.

Tracking may record:

  • The link you clicked
  • Timeframe of your visit
  • Any qualifying actions that generate commission

We only promote offers we believe are helpful, but encourage you to do your own research.

7. Data Retention

  • Submitted inquiries may be stored securely for customer service.
  • Analytics and tracking data may be stored in aggregate form long-term.
  • You may request deletion of your personal data at any time (see Section 9).

8. Data Security

We use the following safeguards:

  • HTTPS site encryption
  • Secure servers and storage
  • Regular updates and security patches

While we take steps to protect your information, no system is 100% secure.

9. Your Privacy Rights

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

  • Request access to your personal data
  • Ask us to delete or correct data
  • Withdraw consent for data use
  • File a complaint with a regulatory authority

To exercise any of these rights, contact us via email. We’ll respond within 30 days.

10. Children’s Privacy

ValuableFranchise.com is intended for users 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 13. If we’ve unknowingly collected such data, contact us and we will delete it.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy as needed. All changes will be posted here with an updated effective date.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or would like to request access to your information:

📧 Email: [your@email.com]