Last updated: December 19, 2025

Who we are

Discover STMA (“DiscoverSTMA,” “we,” “us,” “our”) is a community directory and local resource website.
Our website address is: https://discoverstma.com

What information we collect

We collect information in a few common ways:

1) Information you provide to us

• Contact forms / inquiries: name, email, message content, and any information you choose to include.
• Account registration: name, email address, username, and other optional profile details you submit.
• Listings submitted by users/businesses: listing details you provide (business name, description, address, phone, website, images, categories, and other details).
• Purchases (if applicable): if you purchase a paid listing, upgrade, or other product/service, payments are processed by our payment provider. We do not store full credit card numbers on our servers.

2) Information we collect automatically

When you browse the site, we may collect:

• IP address (often in an anonymized/limited form depending on service settings)
• device type, browser type, operating system
• pages viewed, clicks, referring/exit pages
• approximate location (city/region level), language settings
• cookie identifiers and similar tracking technologies

3) Third-party content and public data sources (Events, Jobs, News)

Some content on DiscoverSTMA (such as community events, local news links, and job listings) may be collected, imported, or compiled from publicly available sources and third-party platforms using automated tools and/or APIs. This may include information such as titles, descriptions, dates/times, locations, images, categories, and source links.

We do not intend to collect sensitive personal information through these processes. However, if a public source includes contact details (such as an organizer name, email address, phone number, website, or social handle), that information may appear on DiscoverSTMA as part of the original public listing.

Corrections or removal requests: If you believe any content on DiscoverSTMA is inaccurate, outdated, or you would like it removed, please contact us at info@discoverstma.com with the page URL and details of your request. We will review and, when appropriate, update or remove the content.

4) Embedded content from other websites

Pages on this site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, social posts, maps, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the same way as if you visited the other website directly. These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content.

How we use your information

We use collected information to:

• respond to messages and support requests
• create and manage user accounts
• display and maintain directory listings and site features
• process purchases and manage subscriptions/upgrades (if offered)
• prevent spam, fraud, and abuse; improve security
• understand how people use the site and improve performance and user experience (analytics)

Cookies and tracking technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for core site functionality and analytics.

Examples of cookies we may use:

• Session / functional cookies: help the site work properly and remember basic settings.
• Login cookies (for account holders): keep you logged in and remember preferences.
• Analytics cookies: help us measure traffic and improve the site.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling some cookies may affect site functionality (including logging in).

Analytics

We may use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics or similar services) to understand traffic, performance, and how visitors use the website. These tools may use cookies and collect usage data such as pages visited, time on site, approximate location, device type, and interactions.

Forms, spam prevention, and security logging

If you submit forms (contact forms, listing submissions, account actions, etc.), we may log basic technical details (such as IP address and browser user agent) to help prevent spam, abuse, and fraudulent activity, and to maintain site security.

User accounts and listing content

If you create an account, we store the information associated with your profile and account activity.
If you submit listings, the content you provide may be visible publicly depending on listing settings, moderation rules, and how the site is configured.

Who we share your data with

We share information only as needed to operate DiscoverSTMA, including with:

• service providers that help us run the website (hosting, email delivery, analytics, security, form processing)
• payment processors for paid features (to complete transactions)
• legal or safety requirements if we must comply with law, enforce policies, or protect rights/safety

We do not sell your personal information.

How long we retain your data

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for legitimate business purposes such as:

• maintaining your account and listings
• responding to inquiries and support
• resolving disputes and enforcing agreements
• security and fraud prevention
• legal, tax, and accounting requirements (where applicable)

If you request deletion, we will make reasonable efforts to delete your personal information unless we are required to retain certain data for administrative, legal, or security purposes.

Your choices and rights

Depending on where you live, you may have rights to:

• request access to the personal information we hold about you
• request corrections or updates
• request deletion
• object to or restrict certain processing in some cases

To make a request, email: info@discoverstma.com

Third-party links

DiscoverSTMA may link to third-party websites (including social platforms, job boards, and news sources). When you leave our site or interact with third-party services, their privacy policies and terms apply.

Children’s privacy

DiscoverSTMA is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information, contact us at info@discoverstma.com and we will take appropriate steps to remove it.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date will reflect the latest revision.

Contact us

Questions about this Privacy Policy or requests regarding your information:
info@discoverstma.com