Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 11, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how Local Robot LLC, a Rhode Island limited liability company located in Providence, Rhode Island (“Local Robot,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, shares, and protects information when you visit or use SummervilleDowntown.com (the “Website”).

By accessing or using the Website, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.

1. Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to information collected through the Website. It does not apply to third-party websites, services, or applications that may be linked from our Website.

2. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide to Us

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you interact with the Website, such as when you submit a listing or content, sign up for a newsletter, fill out a form, or contact us.

Examples may include:

  • Submissions and listings (for example: titles, descriptions, dates/times, locations/addresses, links, images, categories/tags, and contact details you choose to include)
  • Communications (for example: name, email address, and message contents when you contact us)
  • Newsletter or marketing sign-ups (for example: email address and preferences you provide)

b. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Website, we (and our service providers) may automatically collect certain information about your device and how you use the Website, such as:

  • IP address (which may be used to infer general location such as city/state)
  • Device type, operating system, browser type/version
  • Pages viewed, links clicked, time spent, referring/exit pages
  • Approximate geolocation (derived from IP address)
  • Identifiers associated with cookies or similar technologies

c. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies (such as pixels and local storage) for functionality, security, analytics, and to understand usage patterns. You can control cookies through your browser settings and, where available, any on-site cookie controls.

3. Analytics, Session Replay, and Tracking Tools

We use third-party tools to understand how visitors use the Website, improve performance, and fix issues. These tools may use cookies and similar technologies and may collect usage and device data.

a. Microsoft Clarity

We use Microsoft Clarity to better understand how users interact with the Website through behavioral metrics and analytics such as heatmaps and session replays. Clarity may record information about your interactions (for example, clicks, scrolls, and navigation) and technical information (for example, device and browser information).

Microsoft Clarity is provided by Microsoft and may process data in accordance with Microsoft’s terms and privacy practices. Learn more:

Note: Session replay tools are designed to help website operators understand usability and diagnose issues. You can limit collection by disabling cookies in your browser (see “Your Choices” below). Depending on your configuration and Microsoft’s features, Clarity may apply masking to certain fields; however, you should avoid submitting sensitive information into Website forms or fields unless necessary.

b. Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to collect information about Website traffic and usage (for example, pages viewed, time spent, device/browser information, and general activity). Google may use cookies or other identifiers to provide this service.

Learn more about how Google uses data:

https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites

c. Google Search Console

We use Google Search Console to monitor search performance and indexing (for example, search queries, indexing errors, and visibility in Google Search). This tool is generally used for aggregated search and site performance insights; it is not intended to provide us with your direct contact information.

4. How We Use Information

We use information we collect for purposes including:

  • Operating, maintaining, and improving the Website and its features
  • Reviewing, formatting, and publishing submissions or listings you request us to publish
  • Responding to your messages, inquiries, and requests
  • Sending newsletters and other communications if you subscribe or otherwise consent (you can unsubscribe at any time)
  • Monitoring and analyzing usage, trends, and effectiveness (including via analytics and session replay tools)
  • Detecting, preventing, and addressing security issues, abuse, spam, and fraud
  • Complying with legal obligations and enforcing our terms and policies

5. How We Share Information

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

  • Service providers and vendors. We may share information with third parties that help us operate the Website (for example, hosting, analytics, email delivery, and security providers). They are authorized to use information only as needed to provide services to us.
  • Public postings at your direction. If you submit content for publication (for example, a listing, description, location, contact details, or images), the information you choose to include may be displayed publicly on the Website.
  • Legal and safety. We may disclose information if we believe disclosure is required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request, or to protect the rights, property, and safety of Local Robot, our users, or others.
  • Business transfers. If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, financing, reorganization, bankruptcy, or sale of assets, information may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to applicable law.
  • Aggregated or de-identified data. We may share aggregated or de-identified information that cannot reasonably be used to identify you.

6. Publicly Displayed Information

Any information you submit for publication may become public and searchable. This may include, for example, names, links, descriptions, addresses/locations, dates/times, images, or contact details if you include them.

Only submit information you have the right to share and that you are comfortable making public.

7. Your Choices

  • Cookies. You can manage cookies through your browser settings. If you disable cookies, some features may not function properly.
  • Google Analytics opt-out. You may be able to use Google’s opt-out add-on:

    https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
  • Email unsubscribe. You can unsubscribe from marketing emails by using the unsubscribe link in the email or by contacting us.

8. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures designed to help protect information we collect. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Data Retention

We retain information for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including:

  • To operate the Website and provide requested features
  • To maintain and display public content you submitted (unless removed or no longer needed)
  • To comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes
  • To enforce our agreements and protect against abuse

Retention periods can vary depending on the type of information and the purpose for which it was collected.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

The Website may link to third-party websites (for example, organizers, venues, businesses, ticketing pages, social platforms, or publishers). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing information to them.

11. Children’s Privacy

The Website is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided personal information through the Website, contact us and we will take appropriate steps to delete it.

12. Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights regarding your personal information (such as the right to request access, correction, or deletion, or to object to or restrict certain processing).

To make a request, please contact us using the information provided on the Website. We may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests. Please note that we may retain certain information as required or permitted by law, or for legitimate business purposes (for example, security, fraud prevention, and record-keeping).

13. International Visitors

If you access the Website from outside the United States, your information may be processed and stored in the United States or other jurisdictions where we or our service providers operate. Data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

14. Governing Law; Disputes

This Privacy Policy (and any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to this Privacy Policy or the Website’s privacy practices) will be governed by the laws of the State of Rhode Island, without regard to conflict of laws principles.

Any such disputes will be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Rhode Island, and you consent to personal jurisdiction and venue in such courts.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date. Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

16. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how information is handled, please contact us using the contact information provided on the Website.