Gutter Goat Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 12/20/24
Gutter Goat (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website or contact us for our services. By using our website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information You Provide:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Address (if provided)
Details shared through our contact or inquiry forms
Automatically Collected Information:
IP address
Browser type
Referring/exit pages
Date and time of your visit
Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see “Cookies and Tracking” section for details)
2. How We Use Your Information
We collect and use your personal information solely for the following purposes:
To respond to inquiries submitted via contact forms on our website.
To provide information about our services.
To improve our website and customer experience.
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing or any other purposes.
3. How We Protect Your Information
We implement reasonable and industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:
Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology to encrypt data transmission.
Regularly updated firewalls and security software.
4. Sharing of Information
We may share your information only under the following circumstances:
Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors that assist in hosting our website, analyzing user data (e.g., Google Analytics), or processing data, bound by confidentiality agreements.
Legal Requirements: When required by law, subpoena, or other legal processes to protect our rights or comply with a legal obligation.
5. How Long We Retain Your Information
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy unless a longer retention period is required by law. Once the information is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.
6. Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and collect information about your usage patterns. This includes:
Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics may collect information such as your IP address, browser type, and pages visited. This data is used in aggregate to improve our website and services. For more information on how Google collects and processes data, visit Google’s Privacy Policy.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
7. Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach involving your personal information, we will notify affected individuals in compliance with applicable laws, including North Carolina’s Identity Theft Protection Act. Notification will occur promptly and will include the nature of the breach, the data involved, and steps we are taking to mitigate any risks.
8. User Rights
Under applicable laws, you may have the following rights:
Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
Correction: Update or correct your data if inaccurate.
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
Opt-Out: Limit the use of cookies or withdraw consent for data processing.
To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert Contact Email].
9. Consent for Marketing
We will only contact you with marketing materials or service updates if you provide explicit consent. You can opt out of receiving these communications at any time by [insert opt-out method].
10. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware of such collection, we will promptly delete it.
11. External Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party websites. Use these links at your discretion and review their privacy policies.
12. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Gutter Goat
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (704) 818-4628
