Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 5, 2025
Platform: FindItOhio by 10-8 Media
Operator: 10-8 Media
Business Address: 7087 West Blvd, Youngstown, OH 44512
Telephone: (330) 330-5973
Website: www.finditohio.com

1. Purpose and Scope

This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which FindItOhio, a digital property of 10-8 Media, collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information collected from users (“User,” “you,” or “data subject”) of the FindItOhio platform. This policy is intended to comply with applicable federal, state, and local data protection laws, including but not limited to the Ohio Consumer Protection Laws, the CAN-SPAM Act, and relevant provisions of the Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA).

2. Categories of Data Collected

We may collect, process, and retain the following categories of personally identifiable information (PII) and non-personal data:

Identity Data: Full name, business name, email address, telephone number, mailing address, ZIP code
Business Submission Data: Service descriptions, logos, hours of operation, geographic coverage
Communications Data: Inquiries, reviews, feedback, and correspondence submitted via web forms or email
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, operating system, referral URLs, session timestamps
Marketing and Consent Data: Opt-in status, communication preferences, and consent logs
Public Contributions: Ratings, testimonials, and user-generated content intended for public display

3. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

Consent: When you affirmatively opt in to communications or submit information voluntarily
Contractual Necessity: When processing is required to fulfill a service request or directory listing
Legal Obligation: When required to comply with subpoenas, court orders, or regulatory mandates
Legitimate Interest: To maintain platform integrity, prevent fraud, and improve user experience

4. Use of Data

Collected data may be used for the following lawful purposes:

To publish and manage business listings and service profiles
To respond to inquiries and facilitate service connections
To administer promotional campaigns and geographic targeting
To monitor platform usage and detect unauthorized activity
To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and law enforcement requests
To generate anonymized analytics and regional service insights

5. Data Retention and Storage

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by applicable law. Data is stored on secure servers with access restricted to authorized personnel. We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards consistent with industry standards and regulatory expectations.

6. Disclosure of Information

We do not sell, lease, or rent personal data. Disclosure may occur only under the following circumstances:

With your explicit consent
To service providers or processors under binding confidentiality agreements
In response to lawful requests by public authorities, including to meet national security or law enforcement requirements
As required by applicable law, regulation, or legal process

7. Data Subject Rights

Subject to applicable law, you may exercise the following rights:

Right of Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of personal data under certain conditions
Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of data use in specific contexts
Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing
Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another controller, where applicable

To exercise these rights, please submit a written request to info@finditohio.com. We may require identity verification before processing your request.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

FindItOhio uses cookies, tracking pixels, and third-party analytics tools to enhance functionality and analyze usage patterns. By using the platform, you consent to the placement of these technologies unless disabled via browser settings.

9. Third-Party Links and Embedded Content

Our platform may contain links to external websites or embedded content. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, data handling, or security protocols of third-party entities. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any external sites they visit.

10. Children’s Data

FindItOhio is not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we become aware of such collection, we will take immediate steps to delete the data in accordance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

11. Policy Amendments

We reserve the right to amend this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in law, technology, or platform operations. Updates will be posted to this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

12. Contact Information

For questions, complaints, or data access requests, please contact:
FindItOhio by 10-8 Media
7087 West Blvd,
Youngstown, OH 44512
(330) 330-5973
admin@10-8media.com