Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us
Last updated: January 31, 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how LCAWise ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares information about you when you use our website and services.
Information We Collect
Account Information
When you create an account, we collect:
- Name and email address
- Password (stored in encrypted form)
- Profile information you choose to provide (bio, location, professional details)
- Profile photo (if uploaded)
Usage Data
We automatically collect certain information when you use our services:
- Pages you visit and features you use
- Time spent on the platform
- Browser type and device information
- IP address and approximate location
- Referring website or source
Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Keep you logged in to your account
- Remember your preferences
- Understand how you use our services
- Improve our platform
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect certain features of our service.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our services
- Process your account registration and manage your account
- Send you service-related communications
- Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
- Respond to your inquiries and support requests
- Detect, prevent, and address technical issues or abuse
- Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
- Comply with legal obligations
Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in limited circumstances:
- Public profile information: If you create a public profile in our directory, the information you include will be visible to other users.
- Service providers: We work with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform (e.g., hosting, email delivery, analytics). These providers are bound by confidentiality obligations.
- Legal requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.
- Business transfers: If LCAWise is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Secure password hashing
- Regular security assessments
- Access controls and authentication
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
- Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format.
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time.
To exercise these rights, please contact us or visit your account settings.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. We may also retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your information remains protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us.