Privacy Policy
Effective date: May 2025 · Last updated: May 2025
1. Introduction
Suffolkcounty.autos (we, us, or our) is an independent local lead-matching service based in Suffolk County, New York. We connect car buyers with participating local dealerships. We are not a dealer, lender, or broker.
This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect when you visit our website or submit a match request, how we use it, who we share it with, and what rights you have. By using our site, you agree to the practices described here.
2. Information We Collect
When you submit a match request or contact us, we may collect:
- Full name, phone number, and email address
- Home address and ZIP code
- Self-reported credit situation (below 650, 650+, or cash buyer)
- Employment status and monthly income range
- Down payment availability
- Vehicle interest, budget range, and timeline
- Trade-in information (if provided)
- IP address, browser type, and referring URL (collected automatically)
We also use Google Analytics to understand how visitors navigate our site. This data is aggregated and does not identify you personally.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information you provide to:
- Match you with participating Suffolk County dealerships best suited to your credit situation and vehicle interest
- Contact you (by phone, email, or SMS) to verify your inquiry and discuss your match
- Improve our matching process and site experience
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell your personal information to third-party marketers. We only share your information with participating dealerships that are directly relevant to your specific inquiry. Each dealership in our network has agreed to use your information solely to respond to your match request.
4. Do Not Sell My Personal Information (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to request deletion, and the right to opt out of the sale of your personal information.
As stated above, we do not sell your personal information. However, if you wish to request deletion of any data we hold about you, or to exercise any of your CCPA rights, please contact us at:
Privacy requests: privacy@suffolkcounty.autos
We will respond to verified requests within 45 days as required by law.
5. Cookies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies solely for site analytics. Specifically, we use Google Analytics to understand traffic patterns and improve our site. Google Analytics collects data such as pages visited, time on site, and general geographic region. It does not collect your name, phone, or email.
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. Most browsers also allow you to disable cookies in your settings.
6. Data Security
We use industry-standard measures to protect your personal information, including encrypted data transmission (HTTPS) and access controls on our systems. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to anyone under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a minor has submitted information to us, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the effective date at the top of this page. Continued use of our site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
9. Contact Us
For privacy-related questions or to exercise your data rights, contact us at: