Privacy Policy

Last Updated: May 3, 2025
Effective Date: May 3, 2025

1. INTRODUCTION

Welcome to insurancecompanyauto.com ("Website," "we," "us," or "our"), owned and operated by ClickYield Media LLC, a Maryland limited liability company. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our Website or use our lead generation services.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable data protection laws. By using our Website or services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

2.1 Information You Provide

When you submit an inquiry through our Website, we collect:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Property address (if different)
• Vehicle information
• Current insurance status
• Insurance coverage preferences
• Any additional information you voluntarily provide

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

When you visit our Website, we automatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information (type, operating system)
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website
• Date and time of access
• Clickstream data
• Geolocation data (approximate location based on IP)

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Remember your preferences
• Analyze Website traffic
• Personalize content
• Improve user experience
• Track marketing campaign effectiveness

Types of cookies we use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for Website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand Website usage
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and choices

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

3.1 Primary Services

• Process your insurance inquiry
• Match you with appropriate insurance providers
• Facilitate communication between you and insurance companies
• Respond to your questions and requests

3.2 Communication

• Send service-related notifications
• Provide customer support
• Send marketing communications (with your consent)
• Notify you of changes to our services or policies

3.3 Business Operations

• Improve our Website and services
• Analyze usage patterns and trends
• Detect and prevent fraud
• Ensure security of our systems
• Comply with legal obligations

3.4 Marketing and Analytics

• Personalize your experience
• Conduct market research
• Measure advertising effectiveness
• Develop new services

4. HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION

4.1 Insurance Providers

We share your information with insurance companies and agents in our network for the purpose of:

• Providing insurance quotes
• Facilitating insurance transactions
• Enabling direct communication about insurance products

4.2 Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us with:

• Website hosting and maintenance
• Data analytics
• Email delivery
• Customer support
• Payment processing (if applicable)
• Marketing services

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or to:

• Comply with legal processes
• Respond to government requests
• Enforce our Terms of Service
• Protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
• Protect the public or other users

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

4.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent.

5. DATA RETENTION

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Enforce our agreements

Generally, we retain:

• Lead information: 5 years from last interaction
• Communication records: 3 years
• Website analytics: 2 years
• Marketing preferences: Until withdrawn

6. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS

6.1 Rights for All Users

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information
• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Withdraw consent for data processing

6.2 California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights:

• Right to know what personal information we collect, use, and share
• Right to delete personal information (with exceptions)
• Right to opt-out of the "sale" or "sharing" of personal information
• Right to limit use of sensitive personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
• Right to correct inaccurate personal information

Categories of Personal Information Collected:

• Identifiers (name, email, phone)
• Commercial information (insurance preferences)
• Internet activity (browsing history on our site)
• Geolocation data
• Professional information (if provided)

Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information:

To opt-out of the sale or sharing of your personal information, please:

• Click the "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" link in our footer
• Email us at info@clickyieldmedia.com

6.3 Nevada Residents

Nevada residents may opt-out of the sale of covered information by contacting us at info@clickyieldmedia.com.

6.4 European Residents (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have additional rights:

• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities

7. EXERCISING YOUR RIGHTS

To exercise any of your privacy rights:

• Email: info@clickyieldmedia.com

We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law (generally 30-45 days).

8. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Our Website and services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn we have collected information from a child under 18, we will delete that information promptly.

9. SECURITY MEASURES

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, including:

• SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
• Secure data storage systems
• Access controls and authentication
• Regular security assessments
• Employee training on data protection
• Incident response procedures

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

10. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

11. MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS

11.1 Consent and Opt-Out

By providing your contact information, you consent to receive marketing communications from us. You can opt-out at any time by:

• Clicking "unsubscribe" in our emails
• Texting "STOP" to opt-out of SMS
• Contacting us at info@clickyieldmedia.com

11.2 FCC Compliance Notice (Effective January 27, 2025)

In accordance with FCC regulations:

• You must provide explicit consent for each insurance provider to contact you
• Consent is specific to auto insurance-related communications
• You may revoke consent at any time
• You are not required to consent as a condition of any purchase

12. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

If you access our Website from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States. By using our Website, you consent to such transfers.

13. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our Website
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending notice to registered users (if applicable)
• Obtaining new consent where required by law

14. DO NOT TRACK SIGNALS

Our Website does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals. However, you can control tracking through your browser settings and our cookie preferences.

15. DATA PROTECTION OFFICER

For privacy-related inquiries, contact our Data Protection Officer:

• Email: info@clickyieldmedia.com

16. CONTACT US

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices:

ClickYield Media LLC
Email: info@clickyieldmedia.com
Website: clickyieldmedia.com

17. LEGAL DISCLAIMER

This Privacy Policy is provided for informational purposes and to comply with applicable privacy laws. It does not create any contractual or legal rights beyond those established by applicable privacy laws.

18. COOKIE POLICY

18.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our Website.

18.2 How to Manage Cookies

You can control cookies through:

• Browser settings
• Our cookie preference center
• Third-party opt-out tools

18.3 Specific Cookie Information

For detailed information about specific cookies we use, please visit our Cookie Policy page or contact us.