Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Trucking Record ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you understand how your information is collected and used when you visit our website at truckingrecord.com (the "Site").

This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of information we receive through the Site. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the Site, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Log Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited.
• Device Information: Device type, screen resolution, and language preferences.
• Cookies: Small text files stored on your device to enhance your experience (see Section 4).

2.2 Information from Third-Party Services

We use third-party services that may collect information:

• Google Analytics: Collects anonymized data about site usage and traffic patterns.
• Google AdSense: May collect data to serve personalized advertisements (see Section 5).

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Site.
• Analyze usage patterns to optimize user experience.
• Monitor and prevent security threats.
• Comply with legal obligations.

We do not sell your personal information. The data displayed on this website regarding motor carriers is public business information sourced directly from the US Department of Transportation.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Types of cookies we use include:

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

5. Third-Party Advertising (Google AdSense)

How Google Uses Information:

• Google may use cookies to personalize the ads displayed to you.
• Google's use of advertising cookies allows it and its partners to serve ads based on your browsing history.
• Google adheres to the NAI Self-Regulatory Principles.

Opt-Out Options:

• Visit Google Ads Settings to manage personalized ads.
• Use the DAA WebChoices Tool for broader opt-out options.
• Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

6. Your Privacy Rights

For California Residents (CCPA)

California residents have specific rights regarding their personal information. Please visit our Do Not Sell My Personal Information page to exercise these rights.

For European Residents (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have rights including:

• Right to access your personal data.
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data.
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten").
• Right to restrict processing.
• Right to data portability.

To exercise these rights, contact us at the address below.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

9. Children's Privacy

The Site is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us