Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 2, 2026

At Best Auto Repair Matthews, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and the choices you have when visiting our website or contacting our shop.

By using our website, you acknowledge the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you visit our website, contact us, or request automotive services.

Personal Information

When you submit a contact form, request a quote, or communicate with our team, we may collect:

  • Your name

  • Phone number

  • Email address

  • Message or inquiry details

  • Information about your vehicle or requested automotive services that you voluntarily provide

Website Usage Information

When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device information

  • Pages visited and time spent on our website

  • Referring website or source

  • General website interaction data

This information helps us understand how visitors use our website and improve their experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for legitimate business purposes, including:

  • Responding to customer questions and service inquiries

  • Providing estimates and scheduling service appointments

  • Communicating about requested automotive repairs and maintenance

  • Providing information about our services

  • Improving our website and customer experience

  • Maintaining website security and preventing technical issues

  • Meeting applicable legal and regulatory requirements

We do not use the information you provide through our contact forms for unrelated purposes without an appropriate legal basis.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve website functionality, understand visitor behavior, and enhance the browsing experience.

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website.

You may control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect how some website features function.

Where required by applicable law, we will obtain consent before using non-essential cookies or tracking technologies.

4. How We Share Your Information

We respect your personal information and do not sell your personal data.

We may share information in limited circumstances, including:

Service Providers

We may share necessary information with trusted third-party providers who help us operate our website, manage communications, maintain website functionality, or provide related business services.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose personal information when required by law, legal process, court order, or government request, or when necessary to protect our legal rights and prevent fraud or misuse.

Business Protection

We may use or disclose information when reasonably necessary to protect the safety, property, rights, or interests of Best Auto Repair Matthews, our customers, or others.

5. Third-Party Services and External Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites and services, including:

  • Google Maps and other location services

  • Google reviews and customer review platforms

  • Synchrony financing services

  • American First Finance

If you choose to visit or interact with these third-party services, their own privacy policies and terms will apply.

Financing Applications

Customers who choose to apply for financing through Synchrony or American First Finance are redirected to the respective lender’s website to complete their application.

Any personal, financial, or credit information submitted during a financing application is handled by the applicable financing provider under its own privacy policy and security practices.

Best Auto Repair Matthews does not control how these third-party providers collect, process, or store information submitted directly through their platforms.

We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal or financial information.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect the personal information submitted through our website against unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, or disclosure.

However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure. While we work to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, respond to inquiries, maintain business records, resolve disputes, and comply with applicable legal obligations.

When information is no longer needed, we will take reasonable steps to securely delete or dispose of it, where appropriate.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location and applicable privacy laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:

  • Request access to the personal information we hold about you

  • Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information

  • Request deletion of your personal information

  • Object to or restrict certain processing activities

  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

  • Request information about how your personal data is used or shared

To exercise any applicable privacy rights, please contact us using the contact information provided below.

We may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our website and automotive services are intended for a general audience and are not specifically directed toward children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through our website.

If we become aware that personal information has been collected from a child without appropriate parental consent, we will take reasonable steps to delete that information.

10. Links to Other Websites

Our website may include links to external websites for your convenience, including financing providers, mapping services, and other resources.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external websites. Visiting those websites is subject to their respective privacy policies and terms of use.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our business practices, website functionality, or applicable legal requirements.

Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

We encourage visitors to review this page regularly to stay informed about how we protect personal information.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to request access to your personal information, or have concerns about how your information is handled, please contact us:

Best Auto Repair Matthews

Address: 626 W Charles St #228, Matthews, NC 28105

Phone: (704) 849-0084 / (704) 284-9237

Email: brazilianbestautorepair@hotmail.com

Website: https://bestautorepairmatthews.com/

We appreciate your trust in Best Auto Repair Matthews and remain committed to respecting and protecting your privacy.