Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how MyChiros ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you visit mychiros.com (the "Site"). By using the Site, you agree to the practices described here.

1. Information We Collect

We do not require you to create an account or provide personal information to search our directory. However, we may collect:

• Usage data: Pages visited, search queries, device type, browser, and approximate location derived from IP address — collected automatically by our hosting provider and analytics tools.
• Contact form submissions: If you contact us via email or a contact form, we collect the information you provide (name, email, message).
• Chiropractor claim forms: If you are a provider submitting a listing claim, we collect your name, NPI number, email address, and practice details for verification purposes only.

2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We and our third-party advertising partners use cookies and similar technologies. These may include:

• Essential cookies: Required for the Site to function (e.g., remembering your dismissed banners).
• Advertising cookies: Google AdSense uses cookies to serve personalized or non-personalized ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to our Site and/or other sites on the Internet.

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

3. Google AdSense

MyChiros uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google AdSense is a third-party advertising service provided by Google LLC. As a third-party vendor, Google uses cookies to serve ads on our Site. Google's use of the DART cookie enables it to serve ads to our users based on previous visits to our Site and other sites on the Internet.

For more information on how Google collects and uses data, please review Google's Privacy Policy and Advertising Policies.

4. How We Use Your Information

• To operate and improve the Site and directory
• To respond to your inquiries or support requests
• To verify and process chiropractor listing claims
• To display relevant advertising via Google AdSense
• To comply with legal obligations

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

• Service providers: Hosting, analytics, and payment processors who assist in operating the Site under confidentiality agreements.
• Advertising partners: Google AdSense, as described above.
• Legal authorities: When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights.

6. Data Retention

We retain contact and claim form data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected or as required by law. Usage logs are typically retained for up to 90 days.

7. Children's Privacy

The Site is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights under applicable privacy laws (including GDPR, CCPA, or other regional laws), including the right to access, correct, or delete personal data we hold about you. To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

9. Third-Party Links

The Site may link to external websites (e.g., provider websites, Google Maps). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent version. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
[email protected]