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Let’s Get Real About Your Privacy

Hello and welcome to the part of the site where things get serious—but not in a boring way, we promise. Your privacy means something to us. Really. We know every site says that, but at GoBeyondLocal.com, we’re committed to ensuring your data is safeguarded and treated responsibly—no sneaky stuff some companies try to pull on you.

This is a privacy policy that explains in detail everything you might want to know about what we collect, why we collect it, and what we do (and don’t do) with your information. So let’s get started, shall we?


What We Collect and Why

Information You Provide

When you access our site—sign up for our newsletter, leave a comment, or reach out via our contact form—you may provide us with some personal information in the process. This can include any or all of the following: name, email address, or other information you’d like to share.

Why do we collect this information? To do awesome stuff like:

  • Send you updates and content that you care about.
  • Respond to your questions or comments.
  • Customize your experience on the site.

We don’t clog your inbox with emails, nor do we sell off your information to that shady third party. No, that’s just not our style.

Information We Collect Automatically

Every time you visit our website, some data are automatically gathered. It’s as if the sand gets a footprint each time one steps on it. This may include but is not limited to the following:

  • Your IP address
  • The type of device and browser you use
  • The pages you view and the length of time spent on the pages

Why do we collect this? To make the site better. By knowing what is working—and what’s not, we can continue to create a better experience for you—and everyone else.

Cookies (Not the Delicious Kind)

Yeah, we use cookies. Not the ones that you can eat, but rather the small data files that help make the site run smoothly. Cookies help us to:

  • Keep the site functional and easy to use.
  • Remember your preferences (such as your language or region).
  • Analyze how people use the site so we can improve it.

If you don’t like cookies, you can disable them in your browser settings. Just remember that some parts of the site might not function properly without them.


What We Do With Your Information

The deal is that data is not a tradeable commodity with us. Now, here is what we do with the information:

  1. Improve Your Experience
    We use data to make the site faster, better, and more relevant to your interests.

  2. Communicate With You
    If you’ve signed up for updates or reached out, we’ll use your info to respond or keep you in the loop.

  3. Obey the Law
    In the highly unlikely event we are legally compelled to disclose your data, we will disclose only that which is strictly required by law.

  4. Keep It Safe
    We take security seriously. Your data is securely stored on our servers, and we take reasonable steps to keep it that way.


What We Don’t Do With Your Information

Here’s a list of things we absolutely don’t do:

  • Sell your information to third parties.
  • Share your data without your consent unless required by applicable law.
  • Use your info to do anything you wouldn’t like us to do.

Third-Party Tools and Services

We use a selection of reputable third-party tools that help us make this site the best it can be. We may include, but aren’t limited to:

  • Google Analytics tracks performance.
  • Mailing Services like Mailchimp for sending newsletters.
  • Embedded Content like YouTube for videos.

All of these have their own privacy policy and are responsible for their own data-handling practices. We encourage you to read through their policies if you’re interested.


Your Rights (Because You Deserve Them)

You have a right to control your data. Here’s what that means:

  • Access: Want to know what information we hold about you? Just ask.
  • Update: If any of your details are outdated, please let us know so we can update them.
  • Delete: Don’t want us to have your info? You can request to delete it (though some data might be needed for legal purposes).
  • Opt-Out: You may opt-out of our communications at any time by using the “unsubscribe” link in our emails.

Children’s Privacy

GoBeyondLocal.com isn’t designed for kids under 13. We don’t knowingly collect data from children. If we find out we’ve accidentally gathered info from a child, we’ll delete it ASAP.


Data Retention

We maintain your data only as long as we need it for the purposes outlined here—or as required by law. Once we don’t need it anymore, it’s securely deleted.


International Visitors

If you are accessing this site from outside Nigeria, you acknowledge that your data will be transferred to and processed in Nigeria and/or other countries. You understand this transfer of data and use this site subject to this stated transfer.


Policy Updates

We might change this policy from time to time to track changes in the law or our practices. If we make any significant changes, we will notify you—either by updating this page or sending you an update.


Questions or Concerns? Let’s Talk

Have any questions about this privacy policy or how we process your information? Get in touch:


Final Thoughts

At the end of the day, this isn’t just about complying with the law. It’s about respecting you—our readers, supporters, and community. We’re here to create something valuable, not to exploit your trust.

So thanks for coming. Thanks for making the decision to trust us. And if we ever can do anything to improve it at all, just let us know.

 

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