Privacy Policy

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Laravel (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and shares information when you visit our website, subscribe to our newsletter, or use related services. By using the site or signing up for email updates, you agree to this policy as described here. If you do not agree, please do not use our services or submit personal information.

When you sign up for our newsletter, we collect the information you provide on the form, which may include your name, email address, ZIP or postal code, business or organization name (if you choose to provide it), and selections such as your role and industry. We also record that you agreed to this Privacy Policy as part of sign-up.

We use this information to send you the newsletter and related updates about business transitions and resources in North Carolina, to understand our audience in aggregate, and to improve our communications. We do not sell your personal information and we do not use your newsletter data to make automated decisions that significantly affect you.

Newsletter subscriptions are processed using an email service provider (currently Intuit Mailchimp or a compatible provider configured for this application). Your contact details and merge fields are stored on their systems subject to their safeguards and terms. You can review Mailchimp’s privacy practices at mailchimp.com/legal/privacy.

You may unsubscribe at any time using the link in any marketing email we send, or by contacting us using the details below. Unsubscribing stops future marketing messages; we may retain a record of your request and minimal data as needed to honor opt-outs and meet legal obligations.

Website visits, accounts, and technical data

When you browse our site, our servers and hosting providers may automatically receive standard technical data such as your IP address, browser type, general location derived from IP, referring pages, and dates and times of access. We use this information to operate and secure the site, troubleshoot issues, and understand aggregate usage.

If you create an account (for example, to access a dashboard or settings), we collect and store the account information you provide, such as your name and email address, and data needed to authenticate you and maintain your session.

We load fonts from Google Fonts; when you load our pages, Google may receive technical information such as your IP address as described in Google’s privacy policy.

Cookies and similar technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies that are necessary for the site to function—for example, to keep you logged in where applicable, to protect against abuse, and to remember your preferences. You can control cookies through your browser settings; disabling essential cookies may limit certain features.

Legal bases and retention

Where applicable law requires a “legal basis,” we rely on your consent for newsletter sign-up and related marketing, and on our legitimate interests in operating, securing, and improving the website and services. We retain personal information only as long as needed for the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer period is required or permitted by law.

We may share information with:

Service providers who assist us (such as email delivery, hosting, and infrastructure), under contracts that limit their use of the data;
Professional advisers or authorities when required to comply with law, protect rights, or respond to lawful requests;
A successor entity in the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, subject to appropriate notices where required.

We do not sell your personal information for monetary or other valuable consideration as “sale” is commonly understood under U.S. state privacy laws.

Children’s privacy (including COPPA)

Our website and newsletter are intended for adults and business audiences. They are not directed to children under 13 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal information online from children under 13.

If you are under 13, please do not use this site or subscribe to our newsletter or provide any personal information. If you are between 13 and the age of majority where you live, you should have permission from a parent or legal guardian before signing up.

If you believe we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without appropriate consent, please contact us immediately at the email below. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly unless we are legally required to retain it.

Your rights and choices

Depending on where you live, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or export certain personal information, or to object to or restrict certain processing. Residents of some U.S. states (including California) may have additional rights regarding personal information and opt-outs. If you wish to exercise these rights, contact us using the email below. We will respond in line with applicable law.

Newsletter subscribers can also use the unsubscribe mechanism in our emails at any time.

International users

We operate from the United States. If you access our services from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries where our providers operate. Those countries may have different data protection rules than your own.

Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures designed to protect personal information. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure; we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the revised version on this page and update the “Last updated” date. Material changes may be communicated through the site or by email where appropriate. Continued use after changes means you accept the updated policy.

Contact us

Questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices? Contact us at hello@example.com. Please include enough detail for us to help you, and allow reasonable time for a response.