Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Introduction
Smart Money Verified ("we," "us," or "our") operates the SmartMoneyVerified website and AI verification services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.
By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.
SMS / Mobile Messaging
- Smart Money Verified does not sell, rent, or lease its mobile customer lists to third parties.
- Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. Message and data rates may apply.
- As always, message and data rates may apply for any messages sent to you from us and to us from you. Message frequency will vary. If you have any questions about your text plan or data plan, it is best to contact your wireless provider.
Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number
- Verification Requests: Company names, advisor names, or other entities you request us to verify
- Form Submissions: Contact form messages, lead capture form data, fraud reports
- Communications: Records of your communications with us
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information:
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, features used, verification searches
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device identifiers
- Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address
- Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies (see Cookies section below)
Third-Party Information
We may collect information from publicly available sources and third-party databases to provide our verification services. This includes SEC filings, CFTC records, FINRA records, BBB complaints, news articles, and other public information sources.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain our verification services
- Process your verification requests and generate Trust Score reports
- Send you verification results, reports, and related communications
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Improve and personalize your experience on our website
- Analyze usage patterns and optimize our services
- Detect, prevent, and address fraud, security issues, and technical problems
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service
Dual Consent Communication System
We operate a dual consent system for communications. When you provide your contact information, you may separately consent to:
- Company Communications (Required): By consenting, you agree to receive communications directly from Smart Money Verified via email, phone, and SMS. This includes verification reports, fraud alerts, educational content, account updates, and marketing messages about our services.
- Third-Party Partner Communications (Optional): By separately consenting, you agree to receive communications from our trusted third-party partners via email, phone, and SMS. This includes investment opportunities and educational content.
You can opt out of either type of communication independently at any time by replying STOP to any SMS message, clicking unsubscribe in any email, or contacting us directly. Message frequency may vary. Standard messaging and data rates may apply.
SMS Data Collection & Third-Party Sharing
No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Information may be shared with subcontractors providing support services, such as customer service. All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
SMS Opt-Out and Your Rights
- Opt-Out Anytime: Reply STOP to any SMS message to immediately unsubscribe
- Get Help: Reply HELP to any SMS message for assistance
- Message Frequency: Message frequency varies based on your preferences and activity
- Carrier Charges: Standard message and data rates may apply depending on your carrier plan
- Consent Not Required: SMS consent is not a condition of purchasing any goods or services
TCPA Compliance: We comply with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and CTIA guidelines. We maintain records of all SMS consents and honor all opt-out requests within 24 hours. For questions about our SMS practices, contact us at contact@smartmoneyverified.com.
AI-Generated Content and Data Processing
Our verification services use artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze publicly available information and generate Trust Scores and reports. You acknowledge that:
- AI-generated content may contain errors, inaccuracies, or incomplete information
- We do not guarantee the accuracy or reliability of AI-generated reports
- Your verification requests may be processed by third-party AI services
- AI analysis is based on available data and may not reflect current circumstances
For complete information about AI limitations, please review our Disclosures and Terms of Service.
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
Service Providers
We share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including:
- Cloud hosting and infrastructure providers (Supabase, Lovable)
- Email service providers (Resend)
- Analytics providers (Google Analytics)
- AI and data processing services
These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:
- Legal process (subpoenas, court orders)
- Government or regulatory requests
- Protection of our rights, property, or safety
- Enforcement of our Terms of Service
Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and understand how you use our site.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
- Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
- Marketing Cookies: Track your activity for advertising purposes (with consent)
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/SSL)
- Encryption of sensitive data at rest
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Access controls and authentication
- Secure cloud infrastructure
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications (email, phone, SMS) at any time by replying STOP to any message or contacting us
- Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format
- Objection: Object to certain processing of your information
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@smartmoneyverified.com.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover that we have collected information from a child without parental consent, we will delete that information promptly.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our services, you consent to such transfers.
We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.
Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Smart Money Verified
Email: contact@smartmoneyverified.com
For privacy-specific inquiries, please include "Privacy Request" in your subject line.