Privacy Policy
How we collect, use, and protect your data.
This Privacy Policy describes how FuneralRank ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you visit funeralrank.org (the "Site"). By using this Site, you agree to the practices described below.
1. Information We Collect
We do not require registration or account creation to use this Site. We may collect the following types of information automatically:
- Log data: IP address, browser type, referring URLs, pages visited, and timestamps.
- Cookies: Small text files placed on your device by us or by third-party advertising partners (see Section 4).
- Analytics data: Aggregated usage statistics collected via third-party analytics tools such as Google Analytics.
If you contact us via email or the contact form, we collect the information you provide (name, email address, and message content) solely to respond to your inquiry.
2. How We Use Information
We use collected information to:
- Operate and improve the Site and its registry content.
- Serve relevant advertisements through third-party ad networks.
- Analyze traffic patterns to improve user experience.
- Respond to contact form submissions and email inquiries.
- Comply with applicable legal obligations.
3. Analytics
We may use Google Analytics or similar services to understand how visitors use the Site. These services collect information such as pages visited, time on site, and general geographic location. Data is collected in aggregated, anonymized form where possible. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing theGoogle Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
4. Advertising and Cookies
This Site is supported by advertising, including ads served by Google AdSenseand related third-party advertising networks. These partners may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this Site and other websites (also known as interest-based or behavioral advertising).
Google's use of the DoubleClick cookie enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to this Site and other sites on the Internet. You may opt out of the use of the DoubleClick cookie by visiting theGoogle Ads Settings page.
5. Interest-Based Advertising
Ads you see on this Site may be personalized based on your browsing history across the web. You can learn more and manage your preferences through:
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) Opt-Out
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) Opt-Out
- Your Online Choices (EU/UK)
6. Controlling Cookies
Most browsers allow you to manage cookie preferences. You can typically:
- Block all cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Set cookies to expire when you close your browser
- Allow cookies only from specific websites
Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of this Site and the quality of ads shown.
7. Third-Party Links
This Site contains links to third-party websites, including Google Maps and other mapping services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties.
8. Business Curation Details
Business names, addresses, phone numbers, and other care index listings are provided for informational purposes only. This information can become outdated. FuneralRank makes no warranties about the accuracy or completeness of any listing. Always verify details directly with the business before visiting or making decisions based on listed information.
9. Children's Privacy
This Site is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at contact@funeralrank.orgor via our contact page.