Overview
Atlanta Funeral Guide ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website located at atlantafuneralguide.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.
By using this Site, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
We do not operate a user account system. The Site does not require you to create an account or log in. You may voluntarily provide personal information when you:
- Use our contact form to send us a message
- Send an email to our published email addresses
- Submit a sponsorship inquiry through our Advertise With Us page
Our contact form collects your name, email address, the topic you select, and your message. Our sponsorship inquiry form collects your name, funeral home name, email address, phone number (optional), the placement you are interested in, and your message. If you email us directly, we receive whatever information you include in your email. Form submissions are delivered to us by email and are used only to respond to you.
Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, our server and analytics tools automatically collect certain technical information when you visit, including:
- IP address (anonymized where possible)
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Referring website or search query
- Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
This data is used in aggregate to understand how visitors use the Site and to improve the content and tools we offer.
Browser-Stored Data (localStorage)
Our Funeral Planning Checklist tool uses your browser's localStorage to save your checklist progress. This data is stored only on your device and is never transmitted to our servers. You can clear it at any time by clearing your browser's site data.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your messages, questions, and sponsorship inquiries
- Improve the Site's content, tools, and user experience
- Understand which articles and directories are most useful to visitors
- Detect and prevent technical issues or misuse
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We do not use your information for targeted advertising.
Third-Party Services
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand site traffic and usage patterns. Google Analytics may set cookies and collect data about your visit in accordance with Google's Privacy Policy. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Google Fonts
This Site loads fonts from Google Fonts. When your browser requests a font file, Google's servers may log your IP address. See Google Fonts Privacy FAQ for details.
Amazon Associates Program
Atlanta Funeral Guide is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Where we link to products on Amazon — for example, in the "Helpful Resources" sections of some of our planning guides — that link may contain our Associates tracking ID. If you click through and make a qualifying purchase, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only link to product categories that are relevant to the article you're reading (such as memorial keepsakes, grief resources, or document organizers), and product selection or purchase decisions are entirely up to you.
External Links
Our directory links to funeral home websites, Google Maps, and Google reviews. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before submitting any personal information.
Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use cookies for:
- Analytics — via Google Analytics, to track aggregate usage patterns
- Affiliate tracking — via the Amazon Associates Program, to attribute qualifying purchases made after clicking an Amazon link on this Site
We do not use cookies to track you personally or to collect sensitive information. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect analytics or affiliate tracking but will not prevent you from using the Site's core directory and tools.
Data Retention
Emails and contact form submissions are retained only as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry and a reasonable period thereafter. Analytics data is retained according to our analytics provider's standard retention policies. We do not maintain a database of visitor personal information.
Children's Privacy
This Site is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted personal information to us, please contact us at [email protected] and we will delete it promptly.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Ask what personal information we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your personal information
- Opt out of analytics tracking (see Google Analytics section above)
To exercise any of these rights, email us at [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days.
Security
We take reasonable technical steps to protect the Site and any information we hold. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security and encourage you to avoid sending sensitive personal or financial information via email or contact forms.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: Contact Form