Effective Date: August 6, 2026
At Auto Smith Car (AutoSmith Car Company), available via autosmithcar.com, we value your trust and are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our dealership or use our website.
1. Information We Collect
We collect both personal information (data that identifies you) and non-personal analytical data to provide our automotive services.
A. Information You Provide Directly
- Dealership & Sales Data: Contact details (name, address, email, phone number), financing applications, driver’s license information, trade-in details, and purchase history.
- Vehicle Data: Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), vehicle make/model/year, mileage, service records, and repair histories.
- Account & Communications: Login credentials, customer support queries, test drive requests, quote submissions, and marketing preferences.
B. Information Collected Automatically
- Device & Usage Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and network connection details.
- Interaction Tracking: Pages viewed, time spent on pages, clickstream patterns, scroll movement, and referral URLs.
C. Information from Third Parties
We may receive data from marketing partners, financial institutions, credit reporting agencies, vehicle history databases, and social media platforms.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to operate our dealership efficiently and improve your experience. Key uses include:
- Processing vehicle sales, test drives, trade-ins, and service appointments.
- Facilitating auto financing applications with third-party lenders.
- Sending transactional notifications, service reminders, and marketing updates.
- Maintaining and optimizing site performance and user experience.
- Fulfilling legal, regulatory, and reporting requirements.
3. Data Processing & Analytics Technologies
We use cookies, web beacons, and tracking pixels to analyze traffic, personalize content, and deliver relevant advertisements.
- Google Analytics: Analyzes traffic and user engagement patterns. You can opt out via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- Meta (Facebook) Pixel: Helps measure advertising effectiveness and serve targeted ads. Review choices in your Meta Privacy Settings.
- Microsoft Advertising: Uses tracking technologies to create interest-based profiles. Manage settings via Microsoft Opt-Out.
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We share data only under the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors performing services on our behalf (e.g., IT support, payment processing, marketing delivery).
- Financial & Vehicle Partners: Lenders, warranty providers, vehicle manufacturers, and logistics partners necessary to complete your transaction.
- Legal Compliance: When required by law, subpoena, or government authority to protect rights, property, or safety.
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, sale of dealership assets, or restructuring.
5. Data Security & Retention
- Security Safeguards: We deploy physical, technical, and administrative measures—including encrypted connections—to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
- Retention Period: Personal information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the operational purposes outlined in this policy or to satisfy statutory tax, legal, and financial reporting requirements.
6. Children’s Privacy
Our website and dealership services are directed at a general audience and are not intended for children under the age of 13 (or 14 depending on applicable state standards). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
7. Your Rights & Choices
You have options regarding your personal data:
- Access & Correction: You may request access to or updates of your personal details by contacting us.
- Marketing Opt-Outs: Unsubscribe from promotional communications using the link in any marketing email or by calling us directly.
- Browser Cookies: Set your web browser to reject cookies, though some website functions may be limited as a result.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact our Privacy Coordinator:
AutoSmith Car Company
96 Old Turnpike Rd
Epsom, NH 03234
Website: autosmithcar.com
Phone: (603) 736-8000