Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 14, 2024

1. INTRODUCTION

This Privacy Policy explains how 5 Speed Running Inc, doing business as Now Shop Local ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"), collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website or use our services.

Company Information:

  • Legal Entity: 5 Speed Running Inc

  • Doing Business As: Now Shop Local

  • Location: California, United States

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices. By using our website or services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not access our website or use our services.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

Account Information:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Business name and address

  • Billing address

  • Payment information (processed through secure third-party payment processors)

Communications:

  • Information you provide when contacting customer support

  • Feedback, surveys, or testimonials

  • Email correspondence and chat messages

Service Usage Information:

  • Data you input into our platform

  • Content you create using our services

  • Customer contact lists and information you upload

SMS/Text Messaging Information:

  • Phone numbers you provide for SMS services

  • SMS consent records and timestamps

  • Opt-in and opt-out requests

  • Text message content sent and received through our platform

  • Message delivery status and carrier information

  • SMS campaign data and performance metrics

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you access our website or use our services, we automatically collect:

Technical Information:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type and operating system

  • Time zone and location data

  • Pages visited and time spent on pages

  • Referring website addresses

  • Click patterns and navigation paths

Cookies and Similar Technologies:

  • Session cookies

  • Persistent cookies

  • Web beacons and pixels

  • Local storage technologies

See Section 6 for more details on cookies and tracking technologies.

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from:

Go High Level Platform:

  • As our white-label service provider, Go High Level processes and stores data on our behalf

  • Data collected through the Go High Level platform infrastructure

  • Analytics and usage information

Payment Processors:

  • Transaction verification data

  • Payment confirmation information

Publicly Available Sources:

  • Business information from public databases

  • Information you make publicly available on social media or other platforms

Wireless Carriers:

  • Phone number validation and carrier identification

  • Message delivery confirmation

  • Spam/fraud reports from carriers

  • 10DLC registration verification data

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

3.1 Service Provision

  • Creating and managing your account

  • Processing payments and transactions

  • Providing customer support and technical assistance

  • Delivering the services you requested

  • Communicating about your account and services

  • Processing your requests and inquiries

3.2 Service Improvement

  • Analyzing usage patterns and trends

  • Improving our website and services

  • Developing new features and functionality

  • Conducting research and analytics

  • Testing new products or features

3.3 SMS/Text Messaging Services

When you use our SMS/text messaging features, we use your information to:

  • Send text messages on your behalf to your customers/contacts

  • Obtain and maintain consent records for TCPA compliance

  • Process opt-out (STOP) and help (HELP) requests

  • Register your business and campaigns with wireless carriers (10DLC registration)

  • Monitor message delivery and performance

  • Comply with wireless carrier regulations and anti-spam requirements

  • Maintain required records for at least 4 years as mandated by law

  • Prevent fraudulent or abusive messaging activity

  • Verify phone numbers and carrier information

TCPA Compliance: We process SMS consent data to ensure compliance with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and related regulations. This includes maintaining records of:

  • When and how consent was obtained

  • The specific consent language presented

  • Opt-out requests and timestamps

  • Message frequency disclosures

  • Your business relationship with message recipients

3.4 Marketing and Communications

  • Sending promotional materials and offers (with your consent)

  • Providing product updates and announcements

  • Sending newsletters and educational content

  • Conducting surveys and requesting feedback

You may opt out of marketing communications at any time using the unsubscribe link in emails or by contacting us.

3.5 Legal and Security

  • Complying with legal obligations and regulations

  • Preventing fraud and unauthorized access

  • Protecting our rights and property

  • Enforcing our Terms and Conditions

  • Resolving disputes

  • Responding to legal requests and court orders

3.6 Business Operations

  • Managing our business operations

  • Performing accounting and financial reporting

  • Maintaining business records

  • Facilitating business transfers or mergers

4. HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our business:

Go High Level:

  • Our white-label SaaS platform provider

  • Processes and stores customer data on our behalf

  • Provides infrastructure and technical services

  • Subject to their own privacy policy and data protection measures

Payment Processors:

  • Process credit card and payment transactions securely

  • We do not store complete credit card information on our servers

Analytics Providers:

  • Google Analytics and similar services

  • Help us understand website usage and user behavior

Communication Services:

  • Email service providers

  • SMS and messaging platforms

  • Customer support tools

Wireless Carriers and SMS Service Providers:

  • AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, and other wireless carriers

  • 10DLC registration and verification services

  • SMS aggregators and routing services

  • Phone number and carrier lookup services

We share the following information with wireless carriers for SMS/A2P messaging:

  • Phone numbers you send messages to

  • Your business information for 10DLC registration

  • Message content (transmitted through carrier networks)

  • Campaign use case information

  • Consent and compliance records

Carriers use this information to:

  • Deliver text messages

  • Verify your business for spam prevention

  • Monitor for TCPA compliance

  • Filter spam and fraudulent messages

  • Maintain their networks

Carriers have their own privacy policies governing their use of this data:

All service providers are contractually required to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or to:

  • Comply with legal processes, subpoenas, or court orders

  • Respond to government or regulatory requests

  • Enforce our Terms and Conditions

  • Protect our rights, property, or safety

  • Protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or others

  • Prevent or investigate fraud, security issues, or illegal activities

Legal Process and Subpoenas: When we receive legal requests for information (subpoenas, court orders, search warrants), we will:

  • Review the request to ensure it is legally valid

  • Notify you of the request unless legally prohibited from doing so

  • Provide only the information specifically required by the legal process

  • Challenge overly broad or improper requests when appropriate

  • Maintain records of legal requests and our responses

We may be prohibited by law or court order from notifying you of certain legal requests. In such cases, we will notify you as soon as legally permissible.

Regulatory Compliance: We may share information with regulatory agencies to comply with:

  • TCPA enforcement and inquiries

  • FCC regulations and investigations

  • State attorney general requests

  • Consumer protection agency inquiries

  • Tax and financial reporting requirements

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, bankruptcy, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the successor entity. We will notify you of any such change and any choices you may have.

4.4 With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when you give us explicit consent to do so.

4.5 Aggregated or De-identified Data

We may share aggregated or de-identified information that cannot reasonably be used to identify you for research, marketing, analytics, or other purposes.

5. DATA STORAGE AND SECURITY

5.1 Data Storage

Your data is stored and processed through the Go High Level platform infrastructure. We do not collect or store customer data beyond what is collected and stored by the Go High Level platform.

Storage Locations:

  • Data is stored on secure servers maintained by Go High Level

  • Servers may be located in the United States or other jurisdictions

  • Data may be transferred internationally as necessary to provide services

5.2 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

Technical Safeguards:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission

  • Secure data centers with physical security controls

  • Firewall protection and intrusion detection systems

  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments

  • Access controls and authentication mechanisms

Organizational Safeguards:

  • Employee training on data security and privacy

  • Confidentiality agreements with employees and contractors

  • Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis

  • Regular review and update of security policies

5.3 Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide services to you

  • Comply with legal obligations

  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

  • Maintain business records

SMS/Text Messaging Data Retention: For SMS and text messaging services, we are required by law to retain certain records for extended periods:

  • Consent records: Minimum 4 years from date of consent or last message sent

  • Opt-out records: Minimum 4 years from opt-out date

  • Message logs: Minimum 4 years for compliance and dispute resolution

  • Campaign registration data: Duration of campaign plus 4 years

  • TCPA compliance documentation: Minimum 4 years

These retention periods are mandated by the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), FCC regulations, and wireless carrier requirements. We cannot delete this data earlier even upon request, as it is necessary for legal compliance and defending against potential claims.

When you cancel your account, your data may be retained in accordance with:

  • Go High Level's data retention policies

  • Applicable legal and regulatory requirements

  • Our legitimate business interests

You may request deletion of your data subject to these retention requirements (see Section 9 for details).

5.4 Security Limitations

While we implement reasonable security measures, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

6. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

6.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit our website. We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and collect information about usage.

6.2 Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies:

  • Required for website functionality

  • Enable core features like account access and security

  • Cannot be disabled

Functional Cookies:

  • Remember your preferences and settings

  • Enhance user experience

  • Store language preferences and display settings

Analytics Cookies:

  • Google Analytics and similar tools

  • Track website usage and performance

  • Help us improve our services

  • Provide aggregated statistics

Marketing Cookies:

  • Track your browsing across websites

  • Enable targeted advertising

  • Measure campaign effectiveness

  • Can be disabled through cookie settings

6.3 Third-Party Cookies

Our website may contain third-party cookies from:

  • Google Analytics

  • Social media platforms

  • Advertising networks

  • Payment processors

These third parties have their own privacy policies governing their use of cookies.

6.4 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through:

Browser Settings:

  • Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies

  • Consult your browser's help section for instructions

  • Note that disabling cookies may limit website functionality

Opt-Out Tools:

6.5 Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers offer "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals. We currently do not respond to DNT signals, as there is no industry standard for how to interpret them.

7. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND SERVICES

7.1 External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources. We are not responsible for:

  • Privacy practices of third-party websites

  • Content or accuracy of external sites

  • Security of information you provide to third parties

7.2 Third-Party Privacy Policies

When you click on external links or use third-party services, you are subject to their privacy policies and terms. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

7.3 Go High Level

Our services are provided through Go High Level's white-label platform. Your data is subject to:

  • Go High Level's Privacy Policy

  • Go High Level's data processing and security measures

  • Go High Level's Terms of Service

We recommend reviewing Go High Level's privacy policy at: https://www.gohighlevel.com/privacy-policy

8. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately. We will take steps to delete such information from our systems.

If you are under 18, please do not use our services or provide any personal information to us.

9. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS

9.1 Rights Under CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the CCPA:

Right to Know:

  • What personal information we collect

  • Sources of the information

  • Purposes for collection and use

  • Categories of third parties we share with

  • Specific pieces of information we have about you

Right to Delete:

  • Request deletion of your personal information

  • Subject to certain exceptions (legal obligations, security, etc.)

Right to Opt-Out:

  • We do not sell personal information

  • If we ever do, you have the right to opt out

Right to Non-Discrimination:

  • We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights

  • Same quality of service regardless of rights exercised

Right to Correct:

  • Request correction of inaccurate personal information

Right to Limit Use:

  • Limit the use of sensitive personal information (if applicable)

9.2 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise your privacy rights, contact us at:

  • Email: [Your Privacy Email]

  • Phone: [Your Contact Phone]

  • Mail: [Your Business Address]

Verification Process: We will verify your identity before processing requests by:

  • Matching information you provide to information we have on file

  • Requesting additional identifying information if necessary

  • Confirming account ownership through email verification

Response Time: We will respond to verified requests within 45 days. If we need additional time (up to 90 days total), we will notify you of the extension.

Authorized Agents: You may designate an authorized agent to make requests on your behalf. The agent must provide:

  • Written authorization signed by you

  • Proof of their identity

  • Verification of your identity

9.3 General Privacy Rights

Regardless of location, you have the right to:

Access Your Information:

  • Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you

Update Your Information:

  • Update or correct your account information at any time

  • Contact us to update information you cannot change yourself

Opt-Out of Marketing:

  • Unsubscribe from marketing emails using the link in each email

  • Contact us to opt out of other marketing communications

SMS/Text Messaging Rights:

  • Right to Opt-Out: Reply STOP to any text message to immediately stop receiving messages

  • Right to Revoke Consent: Withdraw your consent for text messages at any time

  • Right to Help Information: Reply HELP to receive customer support information

  • Right to Know Frequency: We will disclose expected message frequency before you opt-in

  • Right to Data Access: Request copies of your SMS consent records and message history

  • No Obligation to Opt-In: Opting in to text messages is never required to use our services (unless SMS is the primary service feature)

Your SMS opt-out rights are protected by the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). We will honor all opt-out requests within 24 hours or less.

Close Your Account:

  • Cancel your subscription following the process in our Terms and Conditions

  • Request account deletion (subject to retention requirements in Section 5.3)

Data Portability:

  • Request your data in a portable format where technically feasible

No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. Information sharing to subcontractors in support services, such as customer service is permitted. All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.


10. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Our services are operated in the United States. If you are located outside the United States, your information will be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States.

The United States may have different data protection laws than your country of residence. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other jurisdictions where we or our service providers operate.

We take steps to ensure that your information receives an adequate level of protection in accordance with applicable laws.

11. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

11.1 Right to Modify

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect:

  • Changes in our data practices

  • New legal or regulatory requirements

  • Updates to our services or technology

  • Feedback from users or stakeholders

11.2 Notice of Changes

We will notify you of material changes by:

  • Posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date

  • Sending email notification to active account holders

  • Displaying a prominent notice on our website or in your account

11.3 Acceptance of Changes

Your continued use of our services after the effective date of changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree with the changes, you should discontinue use of our services and may request deletion of your account and data subject to our retention obligations.

11.4 Review Regularly

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

12. CALIFORNIA SHINE THE LIGHT LAW

Under California Civil Code Section 1798.83 (the "Shine the Light" law), California residents who have an established business relationship with us may request information about personal information we have shared with third parties for their direct marketing purposes during the preceding calendar year.

We do not share personal information with third parties for their direct marketing purposes. If our practices change, we will update this Privacy Policy and provide you with the required opt-out rights.

13. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

You are responsible for:

  • Providing accurate and current information

  • Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials

  • Notifying us of any unauthorized access to your account

  • Complying with applicable data protection laws when using our services

  • Obtaining necessary consents from your customers or contacts

  • Not uploading illegal, harmful, or inappropriate content

SMS/Text Messaging Responsibilities: When using our SMS/text messaging services, you are responsible for:

  • Obtaining Proper Consent: Securing prior express written consent before sending marketing texts

  • Maintaining Consent Records: Keeping records of how and when consent was obtained

  • Honoring Opt-Outs: Immediately processing STOP requests and maintaining opt-out lists

  • TCPA Compliance: Following all Telephone Consumer Protection Act requirements

  • Accurate Disclosures: Providing clear information about message frequency and your identity

  • Respecting Time Restrictions: Not sending messages outside of 8 AM - 9 PM recipient's local time

  • No Spam: Only sending messages to people who have consented to receive them

  • Record Retention: Maintaining consent and opt-out records for at least 4 years

  • Compliance with Our Terms: Following all provisions in Section 8 of our Terms and Conditions

You acknowledge that failure to comply with these SMS responsibilities may result in:

  • Violations of federal and state laws (TCPA, state regulations)

  • Fines of $500-$1,500 per message for violations

  • Class action lawsuits from message recipients

  • Suspension or termination of your messaging capabilities

  • Suspension or termination of your account

We provide the platform, but you are solely responsible for how you use it and for ensuring your SMS practices comply with all applicable laws.

14. DATA BREACH NOTIFICATION

In the event of a data breach that compromises your personal information, we will:

  • Investigate the breach promptly

  • Take steps to mitigate harm and prevent future breaches

  • Notify affected users as required by applicable law

  • Notify relevant authorities as required by law

  • Provide information about the breach and recommended protective measures

We maintain an incident response plan to address security incidents and data breaches.

15. CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Privacy Inquiries: Email: [Your Privacy Email] Phone: [Your Contact Phone] Mail: [Your Business Address] Attn: Privacy Officer

Data Subject Requests: For CCPA requests or other privacy rights inquiries, use the contact information above and specify the nature of your request.

Response Time: We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 5-7 business days for general questions and within 45 days for formal data subject requests.

16. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Any disputes arising from this Privacy Policy or our data practices shall be resolved in accordance with the dispute resolution provisions in our Terms and Conditions, including:

  • Governing law: State of California

  • Jurisdiction: California courts

  • Informal resolution process

17. COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATIONS

We strive to comply with:

  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

  • California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)

  • CAN-SPAM Act

  • Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA)

  • Other applicable federal and state privacy laws

18. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR SPECIFIC CATEGORIES

18.1 Business Customers

If you use our services for your business:

  • You are responsible for your own privacy policy

  • You must comply with applicable privacy laws

  • You are responsible for obtaining customer consents

  • You control the data you collect through our platform

18.2 Marketing Contacts

If you receive marketing communications:

  • You can opt out at any time

  • We will honor opt-out requests promptly

  • You may still receive transactional or account-related emails

18.3 Website Visitors

If you only visit our website without creating an account:

  • We collect limited information through cookies and analytics

  • You can control cookies through browser settings

  • No account information is collected unless you register

19. DEFINITIONS

Personal Information: Information that identifies, relates to, describes, or can be associated with a particular individual.

Processing: Any operation performed on personal data, including collection, storage, use, disclosure, or deletion.

Service Provider: A third party that processes personal information on our behalf for business purposes.

Sell: Sharing, renting, releasing, disclosing, or otherwise communicating personal information to another business or third party for monetary or other valuable consideration.

20. ACKNOWLEDGMENT

BY USING OUR SERVICES, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO THE COLLECTION, USE, AND DISCLOSURE OF YOUR INFORMATION AS DESCRIBED IN THIS PRIVACY POLICY.


Document Version: 2.0
Effective Date: December 14, 2025
Last Updated: December 14, 2025

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