Last Updated: December 9, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Locals Index ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects personal information when you use our web application, Locals Index (the "Service").

1. Information We Collect

We limit the collection of Personal Information to what is necessary for the operation of the Service.

1.1 Information Provided by Users (Account Creation)

When you create an account to use the "save" or "favorite" feature, we collect the following Personal Information:

• Email Address: Used solely for identifying your account and providing access to the Service.
• Password: Stored in an encrypted (hashed) format for account security.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically (Non-Personal)

We use Fathom Analytics for simple, privacy-focused website performance tracking. Fathom is designed to collect minimal data and does not rely on tracking cookies. This data is non-personal and includes:

• Referring URL
• Pages viewed
• Browser information
• Approximate geographic location (derived from IP address before being discarded, not tied to an individual user)

2. How We Use Information

We use the information we collect strictly for the following purposes:

• To Provide and Maintain the Service: Operating your account, enabling the saved/favorited listings feature, and ensuring the Service functions correctly.
• To Analyze Usage: Using non-personal data from Fathom Analytics to understand how our Service is used so we can improve its performance and functionality.

We will not use your email address for any marketing or promotional purposes.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your Personal Information to outside parties. We only share data with third parties necessary to operate the Service:

• Service Providers: We use Fathom Analytics for website measurement. We ensure any provider used is committed to data privacy and security.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in the good faith belief that such action is necessary to comply with a legal obligation, protect and defend the rights or property of Locals Index, or protect the personal safety of users or the public.

4. Jurisdiction and Data Security

4.1 Location

Locals Index is operated from the United States, and your information will be processed and stored in the United States.

4.2 Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures designed to secure your Personal Information from accidental loss and from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or disclosure. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure.

5. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us via our official contact form located at: Contact Us.

For formal legal or privacy inquiries, please reach us by mail at P.O. Box 2951, Soldotna, AK 99669 or via email at privacy@localsindex.com.