1. Information We Collect
SmallClaimsHelper.org is primarily an informational website. We collect limited information to operate and improve the site:
- Usage data: When you visit our site, we may automatically collect information such as your browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and the date and time of your visit. This is collected through standard web analytics tools.
- Contact form submissions: If you use our contact form, we collect the name, email address, and message content you provide.
- Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to analyze traffic patterns and improve site functionality. See Section 4 for more details.
We do not collect sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers, financial account information, or health data.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To operate, maintain, and improve the website and its content
- To respond to your questions and messages submitted through our contact form
- To analyze how visitors use the site so we can improve our guides and resources
- To display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense (see Section 5)
- To detect and prevent fraud or abuse
- To comply with legal obligations
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:
- Service providers: We work with third-party service providers (such as web analytics and advertising partners) who assist in operating the site. These providers are authorized to use your information only as necessary to provide services to us.
- Legal requirements: We may disclose information if required to do so by law, court order, or governmental authority.
- Business transfers: If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies — small text files stored on your device — to help us understand how visitors interact with our site. Cookies do not personally identify you. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Note that disabling cookies may affect some site functionality.
We use Google Analytics to collect anonymous data about site traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to report on visitor interactions. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
5. Google AdSense and Advertising
SmallClaimsHelper.org uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google AdSense uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our site and other sites on the internet. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to this site and/or other sites on the internet.
You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings or by visiting www.aboutads.info.
6. Third-Party Links
Our site may contain links to third-party websites, including official state court websites and other legal resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.
7. Children's Privacy
SmallClaimsHelper.org is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will delete it promptly.
8. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect the information we collect from unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.
9. Your Choices
You have the following choices regarding your information:
- Cookies: You can set your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. Some features of the site may not function properly without cookies.
- Email communications: If you receive communications from us in response to a contact form submission, you may request that we not contact you further.
- Analytics opt-out: You can opt out of Google Analytics as described in Section 4.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post any changes on this page and update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our contact page.