PRIVACY
PRIVACY POLICY • LAST UPDATED: 11/17/2025
Local Tattoos operates the website localtattoos.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your data.
INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We collect information in the following ways:
ANALYTICS DATA
We use Google Analytics and PostHog to understand how visitors navigate the Site so we can improve the directory.
CONTACT SUBMISSIONS
If you email us or submit updates, we receive the information you provide so we can respond.
COOKIES
We may use cookies or similar technologies to remember preferences and support analytics. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
- → OPERATE, MAINTAIN, AND IMPROVE THE SITE
- → RESPOND TO INQUIRIES AND VERIFY SHOP DETAILS
- → MONITOR USAGE TRENDS AND DETECT ISSUES
- → SEND ADMINISTRATIVE COMMUNICATIONS WHEN NEEDED
Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share data with trusted service providers (such as analytics vendors or hosting partners) who help us operate the Site. These providers act on our behalf and must protect the data they receive. We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and the safety of our users.
Data Retention
We keep analytics data according to the default retention policies of the tools we use. Contact messages and shop updates are retained as long as necessary to manage the directory. If you would like us to delete correspondence, email your request to localtattoos@lateral.us.
THIRD-PARTY LINKS
The Site includes links to tattoo shops, artists, studios, and other external resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. Review their policies before providing personal information.
AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE
We believe in transparency and want you to understand how our site operates.
This site uses affiliate links in our advertisements, particularly through the Amazon Associates Program. When you click on these affiliate links and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. We only partner with brands and products we believe provide value to the tattoo community.
OUR COMMITMENT
When we include affiliate links on Local Tattoos, we:
- → CLEARLY MARK ALL AFFILIATE LINKS AND ADVERTISEMENTS
- → ONLY RECOMMEND PRODUCTS AND SERVICES WE GENUINELY BELIEVE IN
- → ENSURE OUR EDITORIAL CONTENT REMAINS INDEPENDENT OF ANY COMMISSIONS
- → USE AFFILIATE COMMISSIONS TO HELP SUPPORT AND MAINTAIN THIS FREE RESOURCE
Children's Privacy
The Site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 13 years of age. If you believe a minor has provided information, contact us so we can remove it.
Your Choices
- You may disable cookies in your browser, though some features may not function properly.
- You may opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- You can request access to, correction of, or deletion of contact submissions by emailing us.