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Privacy Policy

Last updated: September 15, 2026

1. Introduction

Top5Dentists.com ("we," "us," or "our") operates a free online dental directory helping patients find top-rated dentists across the United States. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit top5dentists.com (the "Site").

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We do not require account registration. If you contact us by email, we collect your email address and the contents of your message.

Automatically Collected Information

  • Log data — IP address, browser type, pages visited, time and date, referring URL.
  • Search queries — city names, specialties, or zip codes you search for.
  • Device information — device type, operating system, screen resolution.

Cookies

We use strictly necessary cookies to operate the Site. We do not use advertising cookies. Third-party services we embed (Google Fonts, Google Maps) may set their own cookies subject to their respective privacy policies.

3. How We Use Your Information

  • To operate and improve the Site and directory listings.
  • To respond to enquiries or support requests.
  • To monitor usage patterns and fix technical issues.
  • To comply with applicable legal obligations.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

4. Third-Party Services

5. Dental Practice Listings

Our directory contains publicly available information about dental practices. If you are a practice and wish to update or remove your listing, contact us at hi@top5dentists.com.

6. Data Retention

Server log data is retained for up to 90 days. Email correspondence is retained as long as necessary to resolve your enquiry.

7. Your Rights

You may have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of personal data we hold. Contact us at hi@top5dentists.com to exercise these rights.

8. Children's Privacy

The Site is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. 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.

10. Contact Us

Questions? Email us at hi@top5dentists.com