Effective Date: July 20, 2025
At The Gun Show Directory, your privacy matters. This policy outlines what information we collect, how we use it, and your choices regarding your data. By using our website (www.thegunshowdirectory.com), you agree to this policy.
Information We Collect
We collect the following information:
a. Information You Provide Directly:
Email address when you sign up to become a member
Vendor or event details when you submit a listing (business name, contact info, show dates, etc.)
Optional info you choose to provide via contact forms, comments, or promotions
b. Information Collected Automatically:
IP address, browser type, device information
Pages visited, time spent on site, and referring URLs
This data is collected through cookies, Google Analytics, or similar tools
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Maintain your membership and enter you in monthly giveaways
Display vendor or promoter listings you submit
Respond to your messages or questions
Improve the site experience and troubleshoot issues
Monitor traffic and performance through basic analytics
Run in-person raffles (firearms, gear, or show-related items)
We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. Ever.
Email Communication
By becoming a member, you may receive:
Notices about monthly giveaways or winners
Updates about new gun show listings, vendors, or promotions
Limited sponsor offers or featured content related to the community
You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email.
Raffle Privacy (In-Person)
If you purchase a raffle ticket in person:
We may collect your name, email, phone number, and a copy of your ID to verify eligibility for firearm transfers
This data may be shared with a licensed FFL dealer to comply with local, state, and federal laws
Your data will never be sold or used outside of the raffle process and required legal compliance
Winners must undergo background checks and legal procedures for firearm transfers. If you’re ineligible, your entry will be void.
Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
Analyze site traffic
Remember your preferences
Track which pages are most visited
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
Data Sharing
We may share information only when necessary with:
Service providers who help us operate the website (e.g., email platforms, analytics tools)
Legal authorities or FFL dealers, when required for raffle prize fulfillment (e.g., firearm transfers)
Law enforcement, if required by law or court order
We will never share your personal data for advertising purposes without your consent.
How We Protect Your Information
We use reasonable safeguards, technical and administrative, to protect your personal data from loss, misuse, or unauthorized access. However, no system is 100% secure. You use the site at your own risk.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
Access or request a copy of your personal information
Request correction or deletion of your data
Opt out of communications at any time
Children’s Privacy
This site is not intended for users under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have unintentionally collected such data, we will delete it immediately.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we’ll update the Effective Date at the top of this page. Continued use of the site means you accept the updated policy.
Contact Us
Have questions or concerns about this policy?
Email: info@thegunshowdirectory.com