Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 13, 2025

SME BUSINESS REVIEW LLC ("SME BUSINESS REVIEW," "we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting any personal information you may provide through our website, https://smebusinessreview.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information.

By accessing or using the Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

1) Personal Information You Voluntarily Provide

• Name, email address, and any other information you submit via contact forms, newsletter sign-ups, or editorial correspondence.

2) Automatically Collected Information

• IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and usage data collected via cookies, server logs, and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).

3) Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Improve functionality and performance;
• Analyze traffic and usage patterns;
• Support advertising via third-party partners, including Google AdSense.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features of the Site may not function properly as a result.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

• To respond to your inquiries or requests;
• To provide and improve our editorial and advertising content;
• To send newsletters or promotional communications (with your consent);
• To ensure website functionality, analytics, and security;
• To comply with legal obligations or enforce our Terms of Service.

Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share it only under the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With vendors who assist with hosting, analytics, or email communications, under confidentiality obligations.
• Legal Compliance: If required by law, subpoena, or court order, or to protect our legal rights or prevent harm.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, where user information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

Third-Party Services and Advertising

Our Site may include third-party services, such as:

• Google AdSense for advertising;
• Analytics providers;
• Embedded content (e.g., YouTube, LinkedIn).

These third parties may collect data through their own cookies and tracking tools, governed by their respective privacy policies. We do not control their practices.

You may opt out of Google personalized advertising through Google Ads Settings or aboutads.info.

Email Communications

If you sign up for our newsletter or contact us, we may send you editorial or promotional messages. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in those emails.

We comply with the CAN-SPAM Act and honor all opt-out requests without delay.

Data Retention and Security

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described above or as required by law.

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure of your information. However, no internet transmission is entirely secure.

Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from anyone under 13. If you believe we have done so, contact us and we will promptly delete the information.

Your Rights and Choices

You may:

• Request access to or correction of your personal information;
• Request deletion of your data (subject to legal requirements);
• Opt out of cookies via browser settings;
• Unsubscribe from communications at any time.

To exercise these rights, contact us at david@smebusinessreview.com.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will post the revised policy with a new "Last Updated" date.

Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any updates.