Privacy Policy
Last updated: 13/01/2026
This Privacy Policy describes how Authentic Widgets (“we”, “our”, or “us”) collects, uses, and protects information when you use our website and services.
1. Information We Collect
a. Information you provide
When you connect your Google account to our service, we receive limited information via Google OAuth 2.0, including authorization tokens and access to Google Business Profile data that you explicitly grant.
We do not receive your Google password.
b. Google Business Profile data
When you connect your Google Account, we request permission to manage your Google Business Profile (the business.manage scope). This level of access is a technical requirement from Google to retrieve detailed review information and business metadata.
However, Authentic Widgets is a read-only service. We only ever fetch (read) your reviews and business information to display them on your website. We do not modify, delete, or create any data on your Google Business Profile, nor do we post responses to reviews on your behalf.
The data we access includes:
- Business account and location identifiers
- Business profile information
- Reviews and ratings
This data is used solely to provide the functionality of our service and only for the business profiles you authorize.
c. Website analytics
We use Cloudflare Web Analytics / Real User Monitoring (RUM) to understand how visitors interact with our website.
Cloudflare analytics:
- Do not use cookies
- Do not track users across websites
- Do not create personal profiles
Collected data may include page views, performance metrics, browser and device type, and approximate geographic region. This data is aggregated and anonymized.
2. How We Use Information
We use information solely to:
- Provide and operate our services
- Connect to Google Business Profile on your behalf
- Display, manage, or update authorized business data
- Improve website performance and reliability
- Maintain security and prevent abuse
We do not use data for advertising.
3. Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal or business data with third parties, except:
- As required to operate the service (e.g. Google APIs)
- When required by law
Access to Google Business Profile data is governed by Google’s API policies.
4. Data Storage and Security
OAuth tokens and related data are stored securely. Access is restricted to authorized systems only, and we use industry-standard security practices to protect data from unauthorized access.
5. Data Retention and Deletion
We retain data only while your account remains connected. You may revoke access at any time via your Google Account settings. Upon disconnection, associated tokens and data are deleted within a reasonable timeframe.
6. Cookies
This website does not use cookies.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete your data, and to withdraw consent at any time.
To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.
8. Third-Party Services
Our service integrates with:
- Google APIs (Google Business Profile)
- Cloudflare Web Analytics
Use of these services is subject to their respective privacy policies.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.
10. Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle data, contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://authenticwidgets.com