Privacy Policy
Last updated: December 13, 2025
This Privacy Policy describes how Kowpoke, LLC (“Kowpoke,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and shares information about sponsors and residents who visit our site or use our Services, including website listings, postcard mailings, and optional SMS/email deals.
1) Information We Collect
- Sponsor data (from forms): business name, website, contact name, email, phone, plan selection, and offer details.
- Resident data (opt-in lists): name, email, mobile number, preferences; we collect these only when residents opt-in.
- Payment details: processed by Square; we receive transaction confirmations and metadata but do not store card numbers.
- Technical data: IP address, device/browser type, pages viewed, referral URL, timestamps, and general location (derived from IP).
- Communications: messages submitted via our contact forms or email, including support requests.
2) How We Use Information
- Provide and improve the Services, including web listings and postcard/SMS/email distribution.
- Process sponsor sign-ups and payments (via Square).
- Send administrative messages (account, billing, deadlines) and, with consent, marketing updates.
- Protect against fraud, abuse, or unlawful activity; enforce Terms; comply with legal obligations.
- Analyze aggregated usage to improve design, deliverability, and performance.
3) SMS/Text Messaging
Residents may opt-in to receive deals by text. We honor STOP (to opt-out) and HELP (for instructions). Message frequency varies; messaging and data rates may apply. Numbers are not shared with sponsors unless a resident explicitly engages or consents (e.g., redeeming an offer with a sponsor that collects contact info directly).
4) Cookies & Analytics
We may use cookies or similar technologies to maintain sessions and understand site usage. You can adjust browser settings to limit or block cookies, which may impact site features.
5) How We Share Information
- Vendors/Processors: We use trusted providers to host forms and deliver Services (e.g., Netlify for static hosting/forms; Square for payments; email/SMS platforms). Vendors may only process data on our behalf and according to our instructions.
- Legal: We may disclose information to comply with law, respond to lawful requests, or protect rights, safety, or property.
- Business transfers: If we undergo a merger or asset sale, information may transfer as part of the transaction.
- Aggregated/De-identified: We may share aggregated insights that do not identify individuals or specific businesses.
6) Data Retention
We retain sponsor and resident information for as long as necessary to provide the Services and meet legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. We may retain some records (e.g., invoices, approvals) after cancellation to satisfy legal obligations and resolve disputes.
7) Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational safeguards appropriate to a small business. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. Payment data is handled by Square.
8) Your Choices & Rights
- Email/SMS: Use unsubscribe links or reply STOP to texts to opt-out at any time.
- Access/Update/Delete: Contact us to access, correct, or delete your information (subject to legal retention requirements).
- Do Not Track: Our site does not respond to DNT signals.
9) Children’s Privacy
Our Services are not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from them.
10) Montana Notices
This policy is intended to meet applicable Montana requirements. If a Montana law provides you specific rights that conflict with these terms, we will honor the law.
11) Changes
We may update this policy from time to time. We will post the updated version with a new “Last updated” date. Your continued use after changes indicates acceptance.
12) Contact
Kowpoke, LLC — 3161 John Deere St, Bozeman, MT 59718 · (406) 551-0261 · Contact page