Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 9, 2026

Best of Redmond, operated by JENDANCO LLC ("we," "us," or "our"), operates the bestofredmond.com website and related services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Email address — when you subscribe to our newsletter or enter contests
• Name — when provided through contest entries, contact forms, or partner inquiries
• Phone number — when you contact us by phone, submit a form on our website, or provide your number for SMS communications
• Comments and submissions — when you participate in social media contests or surveys

We also automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, including:

• IP address and browser type
• Pages viewed and time spent on site
• Referring website

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Send you our newsletter (twice weekly)
• Send SMS text messages related to our services, partnership inquiries, and updates
• Notify contest winners
• Respond to your questions or comments
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations

3. SMS/Text Messaging Privacy

When you provide your mobile phone number to Best of Redmond, operated by JENDANCO LLC, either by calling us, submitting a form on our website, or otherwise consenting to receive text messages, the following applies:

• What we collect: Your mobile phone number and any information you provide during SMS conversations.
• How we use it: To send follow-up messages, partnership information, and service updates related to our newsletter, podcast, and business directory.
• No sharing: Your mobile phone number and any information collected through our SMS program will not be shared with, sold to, or disclosed to third parties or affiliates for their own marketing or promotional purposes.
• Opt-out: You can stop receiving SMS messages at any time by replying STOP to any message. You will receive a one-time confirmation of your opt-out.
• Help: Reply HELP to any message for assistance, or contact us at [email protected] or (760) 282-4486.
• Message frequency: Message frequency varies based on your engagement and interaction with our services.
• Rates: Message and data rates may apply. Please consult your mobile carrier for details.

4. Email Communications

When you subscribe to our newsletter, you'll receive emails about local Redmond businesses, events, and community news. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any email.

5. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. Your mobile phone number and information collected through our SMS program will not be shared with or sold to third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With service providers who help us operate our website, send emails, and deliver SMS messages (e.g., email marketing platforms, SMS delivery platforms)
• If required by law or to protect our rights
• With your consent

6. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on our website, analyze traffic, and understand how visitors use our site. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information
• Unsubscribe from our emails at any time
• Opt out of SMS messages by replying STOP at any time

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

JENDANCO LLC, doing business as Best of Redmond

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