Privacy Policy

Our Commitment to Privacy

At AutoSmart, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

1. Information We Collect

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

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
• Financial Information: Information provided in financing applications (subject to credit bureau regulations)
• Vehicle Information: Trade-in vehicle details, vehicle preferences, purchase history
• Communication Data: Messages, inquiries, and correspondence with our team

We also automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, including:

• IP address and browser type
• Device information and operating system
• Pages viewed and links clicked
• Date and time of visits
• Referring website addresses

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process your vehicle purchase or financing application
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer service
• Evaluate trade-in vehicles and provide valuations
• Send you information about vehicles, services, and promotions
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms
• Prevent fraud and maintain security

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

• Financial Institutions: When processing financing applications, we share necessary information with lenders and credit bureaus
• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist with website hosting, email delivery, and business operations
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or legal process
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With Your Consent: When you authorize us to share your information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and understand user behavior. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and review the personal information we have about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Disable cookies through your browser settings

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

7. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

9. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information. As noted above, we do not sell personal information.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.