This privacy policy explains what information ComicStoresNearMe.com collects, how we use it, and your rights. We keep this short and honest because privacy policies shouldn't require a lawyer to read.
Short version
- We don't require accounts or logins.
- We don't sell your data.
- We use basic analytics to count visits (Google Analytics).
- Our hosting provider (Netlify) and database (Supabase) log standard web traffic.
- If you email us, we keep the email to reply and may reference it if you ask about prior correspondence.
What we collect
Automatically
When you visit the site, standard web logs capture your IP address, browser type, pages viewed, and referral source. This is used to understand site traffic and fix bugs — not to identify individuals.
When you contact us
If you email us or submit a shop/event listing, we receive your email address and whatever information you include. We use this to reply, verify listings, and follow up if needed. We don't add you to marketing lists.
Cookies
We use minimal cookies — primarily for Google Analytics to measure aggregate site usage. No advertising cookies, no cross-site tracking pixels. You can block all cookies in your browser without breaking the site.
What we don't collect
- We don't require registration or accounts.
- We don't collect payment information unless you advertise with us (payments processed by a third party).
- We don't use third-party advertising networks.
- We don't share or sell visitor data to anyone.
Third-party services
The site is hosted on Netlify (web hosting), with data stored in Supabase (database). These services have their own privacy policies and may log basic request data. Map search uses OpenStreetMap Nominatim when you enter a ZIP code. Basic analytics is handled by Google Analytics.
Your rights
You can request that any data we hold about you be deleted. Email hello@coastaldirectoryllc.com and we'll confirm and action the request within 30 days.
Shop listings
Comic shops listed in our directory are public businesses, and their contact information (address, phone, website) is aggregated from public sources or provided directly. If you're a shop owner and want your listing removed or corrected, contact us and we'll handle it right away.
Changes to this policy
If we make material changes to this policy, we'll update the date below and note the change on the homepage. Last updated: April 9, 2026.