Short answer: Templates give section structure; your published policy must reflect your actual practices. Copy section headings from this page, fill with factual disclosures, or use Clerica's generator for guided output.
When to use a template vs generator
| Approach | Best for |
|---|---|
| Template (this page) | Counsel-led drafts, custom legal review workflows |
| Clerica generator | Fast factual draft on your domain with verify path |
Templates cannot know your subprocessors, retention, or California sharing practices — you must customize.
Sample excerpt: Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly (name, email, account credentials), automatic data (IP address, device type, pages viewed via analytics), and payment metadata processed by our payment provider (we do not store full card numbers).
How to use this template: Replace bracketed placeholders with your actual practices. Do not publish without verifying every statement against your data inventory.
Better path: Use the Privacy Policy Generator — Generated tier is free on your domain with no mandatory vendor credits link.
Recommended sections
- Introduction and who we are
- Scope — who this applies to
- Core substantive sections (see excerpt above)
- Third parties / subprocessors
- Security and retention
- User rights and contact
- Changes and effective date
Limitations
- Not legal advice — counsel review recommended
- No warranty of regulatory adequacy in your jurisdiction
- Export downloads (DOCX/PDF) not available on Clerica yet — copy from page or publish HTML from generator
FAQ
Can I copy this template verbatim? Only after replacing every placeholder with accurate facts.
Is the generator free? Generated tier is free on your domain; Certified adds verify and directory (~$99/yr).
Related: How to write a privacy policy · Business FAQ · Certification guide
Clerica is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. This guide is educational. Consult qualified counsel for jurisdiction-specific requirements.