Meridian Private Line ("we," "our," or "us") operates the website onlinebusinesslineofcredit.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our site or use our services. Please read this policy carefully before submitting any personal information.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
When you contact us, request information, or submit a credit inquiry, you may provide:
- Full name and business name
- Email address and phone number
- Business financial information (annual revenue, time in business, credit needs)
- Any other information you voluntarily include in a message or form
We treat all submitted financial information as confidential and do not share it with third parties except as required to process a referral you have requested.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the site, our servers and analytics tools may automatically collect:
- IP address and approximate geographic location
- Browser type, operating system, and device type
- Pages visited, time on page, and referring URLs
- Clickstream data and interaction events
We use Google Analytics and Rybbit Analytics for aggregate traffic measurement. These services may set cookies on your device. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to respond to inquiries, connect you with appropriate lending partners, improve our editorial content, and fulfill any other purpose you request at the time of submission. We do not sell your personal information to data brokers or advertising networks.
If you request a credit referral, we may share your submitted information with one or more licensed lending institutions for the purpose of evaluating your financing request. You will be informed before any such referral occurs.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies for analytics and to remember your preferences between visits. You may configure your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are sent. Note that some portions of the site may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.
We do not use cookies to serve targeted advertising and we do not participate in cross-site behavioral advertising networks.
Third-Party Links
Our site contains links to third-party lenders, government resources, and other websites. Once you leave our site, this Privacy Policy no longer applies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.
Some links to lenders and financial products may generate referral compensation if you apply or are approved. This compensation does not affect our editorial recommendations. See our Disclaimer for full disclosure.
Data Security
We implement AES-256 encryption for data in transit and apply institutional non-disclosure protocols to all submitted financial information. While no internet transmission is completely secure, we take commercially reasonable steps to protect information submitted through the site.
For a complete overview of our technical security architecture, see our Security & Privacy Architecture page.
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict the use of your personal data. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the address below. We will respond to verified requests within 30 days.
Children's Privacy
This site is intended for business owners and is not directed at individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Us
Questions about this Privacy Policy may be directed to:
Meridian Private Line — Privacy Inquiries
Website: onlinebusinesslineofcredit.com
Phone: (888) 653-0124
Contact form: Contact Page
Related policies: Terms of Service | Disclaimer & Disclosures | Editorial Policy | Security Architecture