Legal & Policy Framework
www.carsmartpeople.com · Professional / Provider Platform
Last Updated: February 2026
1. Corporate & Platform Disclosure
Operating Entity: Car Smart People LLC (Texas LLC)
Intellectual Property: All Car Smart People trademarks, software, marketing systems, and chatbot technology are owned by Car Smart People LLC.
2. Platform Purpose
Car Smart People LLC provides:
- Marketing services
- Advertising services
- Communications tools
- Professional directories
for automotive industry professionals and CCPs. Car Smart People LLC may contract third-party vendors to deliver these services.
3. Privacy Policy
3.1 Data Collected
- Business credentials
- Licensing and certification data
- Payment and subscription records
- Communications and chatbot data
3.2 Data Use
- Provider vetting and verification
- Marketing and directory services
- Platform communications
- Compliance and fraud prevention
4. Cookie Consent
A cookie consent banner is displayed on first visit, allowing providers to manage tracking preferences in compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and app-store requirements.
5. Chatbot & Automation Disclosure
- Chatbots assist with onboarding, support, and FAQs
- Chatbots do not replace human judgment
- Providers remain responsible for all business decisions
6. Terms for Providers
6.1 Acceptance Flow
Account creation requires explicit acceptance of:
- Terms & Conditions
- Privacy Policy
- Data Processing Addendum
Acceptance is logged electronically.
6.2 Independent Contractor Status
Providers are:
- Not employees
- Not agents
- Not partners
of Car Smart People LLC or Car Smart Club LLC.
6.3 Fees
Subscription and listing fees billed in advance. Non-refundable once activated.
7. GDPR Data Processing Addendum
Providers agree to:
- Use consumer data only for service fulfillment
- Implement reasonable security safeguards
- Report data breaches within 72 hours
- Delete data after service completion
8. App Store & Google Play Compliance
Apple and Google are third-party beneficiaries only for app usage terms. They assume no responsibility for provider conduct or platform services.
9. Limitation of Liability
Car Smart People LLC is not liable for:
- Provider revenue outcomes
- Marketing performance guarantees
- Consumer disputes
10. Governing Law
State of Texas, USA.
11. Contact
Car Smart People LLC
5900 Balcones Drive Suite 100
Austin, Texas 78731
Email: legal@carsmartpeople.com