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Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 19, 2026
Last Updated: February 19, 2026

Lifetimes America ("we," "us," or "our") operates lifetimesamerica.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide to Us

  • Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, and password.
  • Profile Information: Phone number, location, bio, and profile photo (optional).
  • Listings and Content: Job postings, classified ads, comments, and any content you post on our Site.
  • Messages: Communications you send through our messaging system.
  • Verification Information: Documents for ID verification (driver license, passport) when required for certain listings.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Log Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, time spent on pages, and access times.
  • Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies to track activity and improve user experience.
  • Device Information: Device type, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.

1.3 Information from Third Parties

  • Social Media: If you connect via social media, we may receive your profile information.
  • Analytics Providers: Google Analytics and similar services provide us with aggregated usage data.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for:

  • Providing Services: Account creation, listing management, messaging, and search functionality.
  • Communication: Sending notifications, updates, newsletters, and responding to inquiries.
  • Security: Fraud detection, preventing abuse, and enforcing our Terms of Service.
  • Improvement: Analyzing usage to improve features, content, and user experience.
  • Legal Compliance: Complying with legal obligations and responding to lawful requests.
  • Marketing: Sending promotional materials (you can opt-out anytime).

3. How We Share Your Information

We do NOT sell your personal information. We may share information with:

3.1 Public Information

  • Listings you create are publicly visible (jobs, classifieds, comments).
  • Your username and profile information may be visible to other users.

3.2 Service Providers

Third-party companies that help us operate our Site:

  • Hosting: Server hosting and cloud storage providers.
  • Email Services: Transactional and marketing email delivery.
  • Analytics: Google Analytics, visitor tracking services.
  • Payment Processors: If we implement paid features.
  • Verification Services: ID and phone verification providers.

3.3 Legal Requirements

  • Comply with laws, regulations, or legal proceedings.
  • Protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property.
  • Investigate and prevent fraud or security issues.

3.4 Business Transfers

If we are acquired or merged, user information may be transferred to the new owners.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use:

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for site functionality (authentication, preferences).
  • Analytics Cookies: Track usage and visitor behavior (Google Analytics).
  • Advertising Cookies: Google AdSense for personalized ads.

Your Choices:
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect site functionality.

5. Third-Party Services

5.1 Google Services

5.2 Social Media

Social sharing buttons may set cookies and track your activity across sites.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures including:

  • Encryption: HTTPS for all connections, password hashing with bcrypt.
  • Access Controls: Limited employee access to personal data.
  • Security Headers: CSP, HSTS, and other security best practices.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. Use our Site at your own risk.

7. Data Retention

  • Active Accounts: Data retained while account is active.
  • Inactive Accounts: May be deleted after 2 years of inactivity.
  • Listings: Deleted listings may be retained for legal/fraud prevention purposes.
  • Messages: Retained for 1 year after conversation ends.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

8.1 Access and Portability

  • Request a copy of your personal data.
  • Download your data in a portable format.

8.2 Correction and Deletion

  • Update or correct your information in account settings.
  • Request account deletion (we will anonymize or delete within 30 days).

8.3 Opt-Out Rights

  • Marketing Emails: Unsubscribe link in every email.
  • Cookies: Browser settings or opt-out tools.
  • Personalized Ads: Google Ad Settings

8.4 Do Not Track

We do not currently respond to "Do Not Track" browser signals.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Site is NOT intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, contact us immediately at [email protected].

10. International Users

Our servers are located in the United States. If you access our Site from outside the US, your information will be transferred to, stored, and processed in the US. US privacy laws may differ from those in your country.

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights:

  • Right to Know: What personal information we collect, use, and share.
  • Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information.
  • Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of "sale" of personal information (we do not sell data).
  • Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate for exercising your rights.

To Exercise Rights: Email [email protected] with "CCPA Request" in the subject line.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with a new "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance.

13. Contact Us

For privacy questions or to exercise your rights:

Email: [email protected]
Mail: Lifetimes America Privacy Team, [Address]
Response Time: We will respond within 30 days.

Your Privacy Matters: We are committed to protecting your personal information and being transparent about our practices.