Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 2026

Who we are

Pickwick Info (“we,” “our,” or “the Site”) operates https://pickwickinfo.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

Account Information

When you register an account, we collect:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Username
  • Any information added to your profile

Business Listing Information

When submitting or claiming a listing, we collect:

  • Business name
  • Business contact details
  • Website and social media links
  • Description and images
  • Claim request information
  • Your role in the business

Listing information may be displayed publicly.

Comments

When visitors leave comments:

  • Data shown in the comment form
  • IP address
  • Browser user agent string (for spam detection)

An anonymized hash of your email may be sent to Gravatar to determine if you use that service.

2. Media

If you upload images, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors may download and extract location data from images on the website.

3. Cookies

We use cookies for:

  • Login sessions
  • Remember Me functionality
  • Comment form convenience
  • Site functionality and performance

Login cookies last up to two weeks if “Remember Me” is selected.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

4. Embedded Content

Listings and pages may include embedded content (e.g., videos, maps, social media feeds).

Embedded content behaves as if you visited the third-party website directly. Those sites may collect data, use cookies, and track interactions.

5. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide directory services
  • Manage user accounts
  • Process listing submissions and claims
  • Communicate regarding submissions
  • Improve website functionality
  • Prevent fraud and abuse

We do not sell your personal data.

6. Who We Share Your Data With

We may share data with:

  • Spam detection services
  • Hosting providers
  • Email delivery services
  • Security services

If you request a password reset, your IP address may be included in the reset email.

We do not sell or rent personal information.

7. Data Retention

  • User accounts remain active until deleted.
  • Listing submissions remain published unless removed.
  • Claim requests and administrative records may be retained for security and verification purposes.
  • Comments may be retained indefinitely.

8. Your Data Rights

If you have an account, you may:

  • Access your personal information
  • Edit your profile
  • Request data export
  • Request deletion of your data

Certain information may be retained for legal or security purposes.

To request data removal, contact:

📧 adam@pickwickinfo.com

9. Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

10. Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for children under 13.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Continued use of the site indicates acceptance of changes.