Effective Date: October 10th, 2025

Welcome to Little City Spotlight, a local business directory and community marketing platform serving Falls Church, Virginia. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and how we keep it safe.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to help us provide a better experience for both local businesses and community members. The types of information we may collect include:

  • Personal Information — such as your name, email address, and phone number when you sign up, redeem a coupon, or contact us.

  • Business Information — such as your business name, address, website, and other listing details if you’re a participating business.

  • Usage Data — including IP address, browser type, and how you interact with our website.

  • Cookies — small data files stored on your device to help us improve the site and personalize your experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Manage and display business listings in our directory.

  • Send coupons, offers, and community updates via text message or email (with your permission).

  • Facilitate participation in our 9×12 Community Co-op Postcard program.

  • Respond to inquiries, feedback, or support requests.

  • Improve our website, promotions, and local marketing campaigns.

We will never sell or rent your personal information to outside companies.

3. Email & Text Communication

When you opt in to receive digital coupons or updates, you may receive emails or text messages from us or our participating local businesses.

  • You can unsubscribe from emails at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link.

  • You can opt out of text messages by replying STOP to any message.

We comply with all TCPA and CAN-SPAM regulations to ensure your communication preferences are respected.

4. Sharing of Information

We may share limited data with trusted third parties who help us operate our website, deliver emails or text messages, and process analytics. These partners are required to keep your information secure and only use it to support our services.

We may also share business listing information publicly as part of our directory, including names, addresses, and websites that are already publicly available.

5. Data Security

We take data protection seriously. Our systems use standard security practices such as SSL encryption and secure data storage to prevent unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure of your personal information.

6. Links to Other Websites

Our directory contains links to local business websites. We’re not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites, so we encourage you to review their policies separately.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our services are intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. The “Effective Date” at the top will always show the latest version.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:

Little City Spotlight
Falls Church, Virginia
📧 contact@littlecityspotlight.com
🌐 https://www.littlecityspotlight.com