Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 2026

Gulf Coast Towing values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website or use our services. Gulf Coast Towing is located at 5206 W Railroad St B, Gulfport, MS 39501. You can reach us by phone at (228) 863-1263.

What Information We Collect

Phone Calls

When you call us, your phone number is visible to our dispatch. This is standard business phone practice. We use your phone number to return calls, coordinate service dispatch, and follow up on active towing or roadside assistance jobs. We do not record phone calls unless required by law or disclosed at the time of the call.

Website Analytics

We use analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with our website. These tools may collect data such as your IP address, browser type, device type, pages visited, and time spent on each page. This information helps us improve site performance and content. Analytics data is collected in aggregate and is not used to personally identify individual visitors.

Cookies

Our website uses cookies for site performance tracking and analytics. Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website but will not prevent you from calling us for service.

What We Do NOT Collect

Gulf Coast Towing is a phone-only business. We do not operate contact forms, email sign-ups, user accounts, or any online data collection mechanisms on this website. Specifically, we do not collect:

  • Email addresses through the website
  • Form submissions of any kind
  • Payment or credit card information online
  • User account credentials

Third-Party Services

Google Maps

We embed Google Maps on our website to show our service area and business location. When you view a page with an embedded map, Google may collect data according to its own privacy policy. We recommend reviewing Google's Privacy Policy for details on how they handle your information.

Google Fonts

We load typefaces from Google Fonts to display text on this website. When your browser requests these fonts, Google may receive your IP address and browser information. This data is subject to Google's Privacy Policy.

How We Use Your Information

Any information we collect is used strictly for business operations. This includes:

  • Dispatching tow trucks and roadside assistance to your location
  • Returning missed calls and following up on active service requests
  • Improving website content and performance through aggregated analytics
  • Complying with legal obligations when required

Data Sharing and Selling

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We do not engage in email marketing, data brokerage, or any form of information monetization. Your phone number and any service-related details stay within our dispatch operations unless disclosure is required by law, court order, or to protect safety.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect any information associated with our business operations. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

This website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, call us at (228) 863-1263 and we will take steps to remove that information.

Your Rights

You have the right to ask what information we hold about you. Since we are a phone-based business with minimal data collection, this is typically limited to call logs related to your service requests. To make an inquiry or request data deletion, call us at (228) 863-1263.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of this website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

For any privacy-related questions or concerns, call us directly.

  • Phone: (228) 863-1263
  • Address: 5206 W Railroad St B, Gulfport, MS 39501
  • Business: Gulf Coast Towing