Privacy Policy
Chicago Business Marketing – Chicago Marketing Agency
Effective Date: December 7, 2025
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We at Chicago Business Marketing, a Chicago, Illinois-based digital marketing agency, based out of Chicago, IL 60160, respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.chicagobusinessmarketing.com (the “Site”), submit a contact or lead form, purchase one of our marketing package deals, or otherwise interact with us.
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By using our Site or purchasing our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
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1. Information We Collect
We collect information in three main ways:
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​A. Information You Provide Directly
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Name, email address, phone number, company name, and any other details you submit through contact forms, booking forms, checkout pages, or email.
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Billing information (credit card number, billing address, etc.) when you provide when purchasing a marketing package.
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Any messages or files you send us.
​B. Information Collected Automatically When you visit our Site, we (and our third-party service providers) may automatically collect:
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IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, device information, and pages viewed.
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Cookies, pixels, web beacons, and similar technologies (see “Cookies & Tracking Technologies” below).
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Analytics data via Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, LinkedIn Insight Tag, and other advertising platforms.
​C. Information from Third Parties We may receive information about you from partners when you connect through Google, Facebook, LinkedIn, or other platforms (e.g., when you click an ad we run).
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2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
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Respond to your inquiries and deliver requested services.
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Process payments and deliver your purchased marketing package(s).
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Send you marketing emails, special offers, and updates about our services (you can opt out at any time).
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Personalize and improve your experience on our Site.
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Run advertising and retargeting campaigns on Google, Meta, LinkedIn, TikTok, and other platforms.
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Analyze Site usage and performance.
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Detect, prevent, and address fraud or technical issues.
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Comply with legal obligations.
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3. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We and our partners use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to:
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Remember your preferences
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Track conversions from our ads
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Retarget you on other websites
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Measure campaign performance
You can control cookies through your browser settings and tools like Google’s Ads Settings or the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page. Note that disabling cookies may limit some Site functionality.
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4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share it only in these limited cases:
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Service Providers: With trusted vendors who help us operate the Site and deliver services (e.g., Stripe or PayPal for payments, ActiveCampaign or Mailchimp for email, Google Analytics, web hosting providers, etc.). These providers are contractually required to protect your data.
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Advertising Partners: We share hashed or anonymized data with Meta, Google, LinkedIn, and TikTok for ad targeting and measurement.
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Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or government authority.
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Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
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With Your Consent: In any other case where we have your permission.
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5. Data Security
We use industry-standard security measures (SSL encryption, secure payment processors, access controls) to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
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6. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., scheduling tools, client portals, or partner sites). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our Site and services are not intended for anyone under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
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8. Your Illinois and CCPA Privacy Rights
If you are an Illinois resident or otherwise protected under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by CPRA, you have the right to:
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Know what personal information we collect about you
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Request deletion of your personal information
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Opt out of the “sale” of your personal information (we do not sell data, but certain cookie-based sharing may be considered a sale under CCPA)
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Non-discrimination for exercising your rights
To exercise these rights, email us at chicagobusinessmarketing1@gmail.com with the subject “Privacy Rights Request”. We will verify your identity before responding (usually within 45 days).
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9. Do Not Track
We do not currently respond to browser “Do Not Track” signals.
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10. International Transfers
Your information may be processed and stored in the United States. By using our Site, you consent to this transfer.
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11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The new version will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy.
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12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Chicago Business Marketing Chicago, IL 60160 Email: chicagobusinessmarketing1@gmail.com
This Privacy Policy was last updated on December 7, 2025.
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