Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2023

1. Introduction

Welcome to Lightning Locals ("Company," "we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website lightninglocals.com and sign up for our services.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Site includes:

• Personal Data: Name, address, email, phone number, driver's license number, SSN (last 4 digits), and other details provided during signup.
• Derivative Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and site usage details.

3. Use of Your Information

We use your information to:

• Verify identity and process background checks (non-refundable processing fee applies).
• Facilitate payments and transactions.
• Communicate account updates and important notifications.
• Monitor against fraud and comply with legal requirements.

4. Disclosure of Your Information

We do not sell or rent personal data but may share information with:

• Background check agencies for verification.
• Payment processors for transactions.
• Law enforcement when required by law.

5. Security of Your Information

We use encryption and secure storage to protect your data, but no system is 100% secure. Please take precautions when sharing personal information online.

6. Non-Refundable Background Check Fee

By signing up, you agree that the background check processing fee is non-refundable, regardless of approval outcome.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted with an updated effective date.

8. Contact Us

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

Email: support@lightninglocals.com

Address: 300 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90071