Privacy Policy – ShouldIBuyThisCar.com

Effective Date: [09/25/2025]

At ShouldIBuyThisCar.com, your privacy and personal information are important to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and your rights under U.S. federal and state laws.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you use our website or services:

A. Personal Information

  • Name, email address, phone number, billing information, and other contact details you provide.

  • Vehicle-related details you submit (year, make, model, mileage, price).

B. Technical Information

  • IP address, browser type, device type, pages visited, and time spent on site.

  • Cookies and tracking technologies (to improve website functionality).

C. Communications

  • Any messages, feedback, or inquiries sent to us through forms, email, or chat.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide consulting services related to vehicle purchases.

  • Respond to inquiries, questions, and service requests.

  • Send updates, promotional materials, or educational content (you may opt-out at any time).

  • Improve our website and user experience.

  • Comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud or abuse.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We implement reasonable technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

While we take precautions, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

4. Sharing & Disclosure

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

  • We may share information with trusted third-party service providers (like payment processors, email providers, and analytics tools) strictly to provide services to you.

  • We may disclose information when required by law, legal process, or government authorities.

  • Any third-party tools or links on our site are not under our control; their privacy practices are separate.

5. State-Specific Privacy Rights

California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

You have the right to:

  • Know what personal information we collect, use, and share.

  • Access a copy of your personal information.

  • Delete your personal information (with certain exceptions).

  • Correct inaccurate information.

  • Opt-out of sale/sharing of personal information (we do not sell your info).

  • Limit use of sensitive personal information.

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

Colorado Residents (CPA)

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information.

  • Correct inaccuracies.

  • Delete your personal information.

  • Opt-out of targeted advertising, sale, or profiling (we do not sell your info).

Virginia Residents (VCDPA)

You have the right to:

  • Access and obtain a copy of personal information we maintain.

  • Correct inaccurate personal information.

  • Delete personal information.

  • Opt-out of targeted advertising, sale, or profiling (we do not sell your info).

  • Data portability: receive your information in a portable format.

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

  • Improve site functionality.

  • Analyze website traffic and usage.

  • Personalize your experience.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some website features may not function properly.

7. Children’s Privacy (COPPA)

  • We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

  • If we learn that we inadvertently collected data from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately.

8. User Rights & Choices

  • You may opt-out of marketing emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link or contacting us directly.

  • You may request access, correction, deletion, or a copy of your personal information by emailing info@shouldibuythiscar.com.

  • You can disable cookies or tracking technologies via your browser, but this may affect site performance.

9. Data Retention

  • We retain personal information only as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

10. Third-Party Services

  • Some parts of our website may integrate with third-party tools (like payment gateways, email services, or analytics).

  • These third parties have their own privacy policies; we are not responsible for their practices.

11. International Transfers

  • While we operate primarily in the U.S., any data may be processed in the U.S.

  • By using our website, you consent to such processing and storage.

12. Updates to this Privacy Policy

  • We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in laws, practices, or services.

  • The “Effective Date” at the top indicates the last update.

  • Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of updates.

13. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or to exercise your privacy rights:
Email: info@shouldibuythiscar.com