Privacy Policy

CarStorageFinder.co ("we," "us," or "our"), part of the AutoVault family of directories, operates the website located at carstoragefinder.co (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit and use our Site.

1. Information We Collect

We do not require you to create an account or provide personal information to use CarStorageFinder.co. However, we automatically collect certain information when you visit the Site:

Analytics Data

We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors interact with the Site. GA4 may collect:

• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Referring websites and search terms that led you to our Site
• Browser type, operating system, and device information
• Approximate geographic location (city/region level)
• Search queries entered on the Site
• Browsing behavior and navigation patterns

Map Interaction Data

Our Site uses Mapbox GL JS to display interactive maps of storage facility locations. When you interact with the map, Mapbox may collect data about your map interactions, including zoom level, map position, and feature clicks. Mapbox's use of this data is governed by Mapbox's Privacy Policy.

2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The Site uses cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

• Essential cookies: Required for basic site functionality, including page navigation and content delivery.
• Analytics cookies: Google Analytics 4 uses cookies to distinguish unique users and track sessions. These cookies help us understand site traffic and usage patterns.
• CDN cookies: Cloudflare, our content delivery network, may set cookies for performance optimization and security purposes.

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, some parts of the Site may not function properly without cookies.

3. How We Use Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and improve the car storage facility directory
• Deliver relevant search results when you look for facilities
• Analyze site traffic and usage trends to improve user experience
• Monitor and maintain site performance and security
• Understand which pages and features are most useful to visitors

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect or process data:

• Google Analytics 4: Web analytics service provided by Google LLC. Google may use the data collected to contextualize and personalize ads in its own advertising network. See Google's Privacy Policy.
• Mapbox: Mapping platform used to display interactive facility maps. See Mapbox's Privacy Policy.
• Cloudflare: Content delivery network and DNS provider used for performance and security. See Cloudflare's Privacy Policy.

5. Data Retention

Analytics data collected through Google Analytics is retained according to Google's data retention settings. We do not store personal information on our servers, as the Site does not require user accounts or collect personal data directly. Server logs may be retained for up to 90 days for security and debugging purposes.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your information to third parties. We may share aggregated, non-personally identifiable information for analytical purposes. Information may be disclosed if required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

7. Children's Privacy

CarStorageFinder.co is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will take steps to remove such information.

8. Security

We take reasonable measures to protect the information associated with the Site. The Site is served over HTTPS with TLS encryption via Cloudflare. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

CarStorageFinder.co
Part of the AutoVault family of directories
Email: [email protected]