Last updated: January 2026
At Explore Charlotte, your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you contact a business through our website.
This Privacy Policy applies to all forms and interactions on ExploreCharlotte.com.
Information We Collect
When you submit a form on a listing page, we may collect:
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- Your name
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- Your email address
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- Your message and inquiry details
We only collect information you choose to share with us.
How Your Information Is Used
When you submit a message through a business listing form:
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- A copy of your message is sent directly to the business owner listed on that page
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- A copy is also sent to Explore Charlotte for quality, support, and record-keeping purposes
Your message may be used by Explore Charlotte for:
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- Responding to inquiries or follow-ups
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- Improving our platform and listings
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- Marketing insights and communication related to Explore Charlotte
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Communication & Marketing
By submitting this form:
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- You consent to being contacted by the listed business regarding your inquiry
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- You acknowledge that Explore Charlotte may retain a copy of the message for marketing, analytics, or customer experience improvement
You will not be added to mass email lists without your consent.
Data Protection & Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information using modern security practices, including:
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- Spam protection and bot prevention
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- Secure form handling
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- Limited internal access
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
Cookies & Tracking
Explore Charlotte may use cookies or analytics tools to understand website usage and improve user experience. These tools do not personally identify you.
Your Rights
You may request:
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- Access to your submitted data
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- Correction or deletion of your information
You can contact us at any time using the email below.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, contact us at: