EllijayGeorgia.com
Home Featured Business Things to Do Places to Eat Places to Stay Local Insider Advertise with Us

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 2026

Introduction

EllijayGeorgia.com ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit our website.

By using EllijayGeorgia.com, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity, including:

  • Log Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring website
  • Cookies and Tracking: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site
  • Device Information: Device type, screen resolution, and general location (city/state level)

Information You Provide

We may collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Contact us via email
  • Subscribe to our newsletter (if applicable)
  • Submit a business listing request

This may include your name, email address, and any message content you send us.

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Improve and optimize our website experience
  • Understand visitor behavior and preferences
  • Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
  • Respond to inquiries and communications
  • Send newsletters or updates (only if you opt in)
  • Comply with legal obligations

Third-Party Services

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to collect and analyze website usage data. Google Analytics uses cookies to track visitor interactions. The information collected is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States.

Opt-Out: You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Google AdSense (Advertising)

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our site or other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings.

Other Third Parties

We may use other third-party services for email delivery, analytics, or website functionality. These services have their own privacy policies governing their use of your information.

Cookies

Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit a website. We use cookies to:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Analyze site traffic and user behavior
  • Deliver personalized advertising

Managing Cookies: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can choose to block or delete cookies, but this may affect your experience on our site.

Data Security

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

External Links

Our website contains links to external websites, including business websites, Google Maps, and other third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any website you visit.

Children's Privacy

EllijayGeorgia.com is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

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

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. We do not sell personal information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at EllijayGeorgia.com.

Explore Ellijay

  • Things to Do
  • Places to Eat
  • Places to Stay
  • Featured Business

Local Insider

  • All Articles
  • Wineries Ranked
  • Weekend Guide
  • Springer Mountain

For Businesses

  • Advertise with Us
  • Contact Us

Quick Links

  • Ellijay Weather
  • 🚣 Tubing/Kayaking Report
  • Ellijay History

© 2026 EllijayGeorgia.com | The Complete Guide to Georgia's Apple Capital

Privacy Policy · Disclaimer · Terms of Service · Advertising Disclosure

As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.