1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) explains how Local SEO Hive, operated by Angel Diaz (“we,” “us,” or “our”), collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information when you:
- Visit our website,
- Contact us or request information,
- Purchase or receive our services, or
- Communicate with us by email or online forms.
This website and our services are intended exclusively for users located in the United States. We do not actively market to or provide services to individuals located outside the U.S.
We do not sell personal information.
2. Who We Are & How to Contact Us
Business name: Local SEO Hive
Legal operator: Angel Diaz
Contact email: support@localseohive.com
For any privacy-related questions or requests, please contact us at support@localseohive.com.
3. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or our business practices. The most current version will always be available on our website.
Last updated: January 11, 2026
4. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
5. Information We Collect
“Personal information” means information that identifies, relates to, or could reasonably be linked to an individual.
We may collect the following categories:
a) Identifiers
Name, company name, email address, phone number.
b) Commercial Information
Records of services requested or purchased, invoices, and payment status.
c) Internet or Network Activity
IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, referral sources, and usage data.
d) Client & Project Information
Business data provided for SEO services, including:
- Business name, address, phone number (NAP data)
- Website URLs
- Search performance data (e.g., Google Search Console access)
- Reports and deliverables
e) Communications
Emails and messages sent to us via forms or email.
We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information (such as health data, government IDs, or biometric data).
6. How We Collect Information
We collect information through:
- Direct interactions: forms, emails, service onboarding, contracts
- Automatic technologies: cookies and analytics tools
- Third-party services: payment processors and analytics providers
7. How We Use Personal Information
We use personal information to:
- Provide and manage our services
- Communicate with clients and prospects
- Process payments and maintain records
- Operate, maintain, and improve our website
- Monitor usage and performance
- Comply with legal and accounting obligations
- Protect against misuse, fraud, or unauthorized access
8. Cookies & Analytics
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality and understand how visitors interact with our site.
We currently use:
- Google Analytics 4 (GA4) for website analytics
- Google Search Console (GSC) for site performance insights
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
9. Sharing of Personal Information
We may share personal information with trusted service providers solely for business purposes, including:
- Hostinger – website hosting
- Google – analytics and search performance tools
- Stripe – payment processing
- Gmail / Google Workspace – business communications
We do not allow service providers to use personal information for their own marketing purposes.
We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect our legal rights.
10. Payment Processing
Payments are processed securely through Stripe. We do not store full credit card numbers or payment credentials on our servers.
Stripe’s use of your information is governed by its own privacy policy.
11. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
12. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:
- Fulfill the purposes described in this Policy
- Maintain business records
- Comply with legal, tax, and accounting obligations
Typical retention periods include:
- Invoices and transaction records: up to 6 years
- Client project records: retained as reasonably necessary for service continuity and dispute resolution
- Marketing communications: until you unsubscribe or request deletion
13. Your U.S. Privacy Rights
Depending on your state of residence (e.g., California), you may have rights to:
- Request access to personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of personal information (subject to legal exceptions)
- Opt out of certain data uses (where applicable)
To exercise these rights, contact us at support@localseohive.com.
We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.
14. Children’s Information
Our website and services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
15. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Email: support@localseohive.com