Last Updated: 30th November 2025
Welcome to BSOCAL.com (the “Website”).
We are a business directory and listing platform designed to help users discover services, properties, and businesses in Southern California.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share your information.
By using our Website, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
A. Information You Provide to Us
- Account registration details (name, email address, username, password)
- Business listing information (business name, address, category, website, social links)
- Contact forms or support requests
- Reviews and comments you post
- Payment information if applicable (handled by third-party processors)
B. Automatically Collected Information
When you browse the site, we may collect:
- IP address
- Device type
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited
- Referring URL
- Date and time of access
- Click behavior and session data
This information is typically gathered via analytics and cookies.
2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Improve site performance and security
- Store user preferences
- Analyze website traffic
- Personalize listings and recommendations
- Enable logins and account features
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but certain features may not function properly.
3. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
- Create and manage your account
- Publish business listings and related content
- Respond to inquiries or customer support requests
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Send administrative or promotional emails
- Prevent suspicious or fraudulent activity
- Analyze traffic trends and usage patterns
- Enforce our Terms of Use
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell personal information.
We may share data with:
Service Providers
Third-party partners that support operations (hosting, analytics, email services, payment processors).
Public Directory Content
If you submit business information, it may appear publicly on the Website.
Legal Compliance
We may disclose information if required to:
- Comply with a legal obligation
- Protect our legal rights
- Prevent fraud or harm
- Respond to law enforcement authorities
5. Third-Party Links
BSOCAL.com may contain links to external websites or services.
We are not responsible for their privacy practices, content, or security.
Please review their policies before providing personal information.
6. Data Retention
We retain user data for as long as:
- Necessary to fulfill listed purposes
- Required by law
- Necessary to maintain business records
You can request account or data deletion at any time (see Section 9).
7. Security
We use commercially reasonable safeguards to protect user data.
However, no online service can guarantee complete protection.
You use the Website at your own risk.
8. Children’s Privacy
BSOCAL.com is not intended for individuals under 13 years old.
We do not knowingly collect data from children.
If you believe a minor has submitted information, contact us immediately.
9. Your Rights & Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:
- Access your data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your account or listings
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Limit how we use certain personal data
Send requests to: info@bsocal.com
10. CCPA / California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you may request:
- Categories of data we collect
- Sources of that data
- Business purposes for data usage
- Categories of third parties we share data with
We do not sell personal data as defined by CCPA.
To submit a CCPA request:
Email us at: info@bscocal.com
We may need to verify your identity before responding.
11. GDPR (EU Users)
If users from the EU access the Website, GDPR protections may apply:
You may request:
- Access to your data
- Correction or deletion
- Data portability
- Restriction of processing
- Withdrawal of consent
Legal basis for processing includes:
- User consent
- Legitimate business interests
- Contract necessity
- Compliance with law
12. Email Communications
We may send:
- Service-related messages
- Marketing or promotional updates
- Account or listing notifications
You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link.
13. Business Listings & Public Visibility
Listings, reviews, and submissions may be public.
Users are responsible for the information they choose to publish.
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Policy from time to time.
Updates will be posted with a revised “Last Updated” date.
Continued use of the Website means you accept the updated Policy.
15. Contact Us
If you have questions or privacy requests, contact us:
BSOCAL.com
Email: info@bsocal.com
Website: https://bsocal.com
Phone: +1 (949) 731-7565
West Tower, 5000 Birch St, Newport Beach, CA