Privacy Policy

The Problem Guide ("we," "us," or "our") operates theproblemguide.com and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and what rights you have. By using our site or submitting your information, you agree to this policy.

1. Information We Collect

When you submit a form on our website, we collect the following:

• First name
• Phone number
• Email address

We may also collect technical data automatically, including your IP address, browser type, device type, pages visited, and referring URL. This data is collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Deliver the content, guide, or resource you requested
• Send follow-up emails related to your inquiry or journey
• Contact you via SMS text message with updates and offers
• Deliver pre-recorded voice messages to your phone number (ringless voicemail)
• Call you by phone with relevant information or offers
• Connect you with partner companies in our network who may be able to assist you
• Improve our website and communications based on usage patterns

All phone and text communications are made with your consent as provided at the time of form submission. Standard message and data rates may apply to SMS messages.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with:

• Partner companies in our network -- companies that provide services aligned with your success journey. These partners may contact you independently using the information you provided.
• Service providers -- email delivery, SMS platforms, voicemail services, and analytics tools that help us operate our business. These vendors are contractually required to protect your data.
• Legal authorities -- when required by law, court order, or to protect the rights and safety of The Problem Guide or others.

When we share your information with partner companies, we encourage you to review their individual privacy policies, as their practices govern how they handle your data.

4. TCPA Compliance and Communications Consent

By submitting your phone number, you expressly consent to receive autodialed or pre-recorded calls and text messages from The Problem Guide and from partner companies in our network at the number you provide, even if your number is listed on a state or federal Do Not Call registry. You are not required to provide this consent as a condition of purchasing any goods or services.

To opt out of SMS messages at any time, reply STOP to any message you receive. To opt out of all communications, email us at get@theproblemguide.com with your request. We will process opt-out requests promptly, typically within 10 business days.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to understand how visitors use our site and to support advertising. Cookies are small files stored on your browser. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though doing so may affect site functionality. We may also use pixel tags and web beacons in emails to measure open rates and engagement.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes. When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete your personal data. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at get@theproblemguide.com. We will respond within 30 days.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a minor has submitted information to us, contact us immediately and we will delete it.

9. Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their policies before submitting any personal information.

10. Security

We use commercially reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect your personal information. No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the effective date at the top of this page. Continued use of our site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.