This page explains how readers of InBusinessPress can exercise their rights related to the sale or sharing of personal information under applicable U.S. state privacy laws, including those in states like California. While InBusinessPress is a small independent business blog, we still aim to provide clear and practical information about how data may be used and what choices you have.
Some state laws give residents the right to opt out of certain types of data use, particularly when personal information is used for advertising or shared with third parties in ways that may be considered a “sale” or “sharing.” This page is meant to help you understand those concepts and how to make a request if you choose to opt out.
What “Sell” or “Share” Means in This Context
Under certain privacy laws, the terms “sell” and “share” are defined broadly. A “sale” does not necessarily mean exchanging your information for money. It can also include situations where information is made available to another party in exchange for value, such as analytics insights or advertising benefits.
“Sharing” often refers to making personal information available for cross-context behavioral advertising. This can include using cookies or similar technologies that help deliver ads based on your activity across different websites. Even if no money changes hands, this type of activity may still fall under legal definitions of selling or sharing.
How InBusinessPress Uses Cookies and Analytics
Like most websites, InBusinessPress uses cookies and similar technologies to understand how visitors interact with the site. These tools help measure traffic, identify popular topics, and improve how content is organized. Some cookies may also support advertising functions, such as showing relevant business-related content or promotions.
These technologies may collect information such as your browser type, device information, pages visited, and general location based on IP address. This data is typically aggregated and not used to directly identify individual readers, but it may still be considered personal information under certain laws.
Our Approach to Selling Personal Information
InBusinessPress does not sell personal information for money. We do not maintain databases of user profiles for direct sale, and we do not exchange personal details like names or email addresses for financial compensation.
However, some data collected through cookies or analytics tools may be shared with service providers or partners in ways that could be interpreted as a “sale” or “sharing” under specific legal definitions. Because of this, we provide an opt-out option even if our use of data is limited and typical for a small content-based website.
Your Right to Opt Out
If you are a resident of a state that provides opt-out rights, you may request that InBusinessPress stop using your personal information for purposes that qualify as selling or sharing. This includes opting out of certain types of tracking or data use related to advertising or analytics.
To submit an opt-out request, you can email info@inbusinesspress.com with the subject line Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Please include enough information in your message to help us understand and process your request. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe as required by applicable law.
How We Verify Requests
When you submit a request, we may need to verify that it is legitimate before taking action. Because InBusinessPress does not operate user accounts or collect extensive personal data directly, verification is generally limited to confirming that the request is reasonable and consistent with the information available to us.
We may ask for additional details if needed to confirm your request. Any information provided for verification will only be used for that purpose and will not be retained longer than necessary.
Requests Made Through Authorized Agents
Some state laws allow you to designate an authorized agent to submit a request on your behalf. If you choose to do this, the agent must clearly indicate that they are acting for you and provide appropriate authorization documentation if requested.
We may still need to verify your identity directly or confirm your permission before completing the request. This helps prevent unauthorized changes and protects your information.
Non-Discrimination for Exercising Your Rights
InBusinessPress does not treat users differently for exercising their privacy rights. Choosing to opt out of data sharing or making a privacy request will not affect your ability to access the content on the site.
We do not offer paid features, subscriptions, or user accounts, so there are no differences in service levels based on your privacy choices. The goal is to keep access to business-related content open while respecting user preferences about data use.
Limitations Based on a Small Content Website
As a small independent blog, InBusinessPress collects limited personal information compared to larger platforms. Most data handling relates to general website functionality, performance monitoring, and understanding which topics are useful to readers.
This means that in some cases, we may not have enough identifiable information to fully associate a request with specific data. Even so, we will make a good faith effort to honor valid opt-out requests and adjust how data is handled going forward.
Business Address and Jurisdiction Context
InBusinessPress operates as an independent online publication with a listed business address at 3216 Peachtree St, Floor 4, Atlanta, GA 30303, United States. While the site serves a broad audience, these privacy terms are written with U.S. state privacy laws in mind, including those that provide specific rights to residents.
This page is governed by the laws of the State of Illinois, United States. If legal interpretation is required, Illinois law will apply unless superseded by applicable state privacy protections granted to residents elsewhere.
Updates to This Page
Privacy laws continue to change, and definitions of selling or sharing information may evolve. InBusinessPress may update this page from time to time to reflect those changes or to clarify how data is handled.
When updates are made, the revised date will be posted at the bottom of this page. Continued use of the site after updates indicates acceptance of the revised terms.
Effective Date: March 13, 2026