Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 10/30/24
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website. By using our services, you consent to the collection, use, and storage of your data as described in this policy. If you have any questions or concerns about this policy, please contact us via the methods provided below.
2. Cookies and Data Collection
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. These include:
Squarespace Cookies: Used for functionality and performance enhancements. These cookies improve the website's usability and your experience on the site.
Google Analytics 4 (GA4): This tool collects anonymized IP addresses and usage data, helping us understand how visitors interact with our website. GA4 anonymizes IP addresses for enhanced privacy.
Plausible Analytics: A privacy-focused service that does not collect personal data, IP addresses, or tracking cookies. This service provides aggregated, anonymized data to respect user privacy. Learn more about Plausible’s data practices on their website.
3. Information We Collect
We collect personal information directly from you when you complete forms on our website, including:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Reason for contacting us
Additionally, Google Analytics 4 collects anonymized data for analytics purposes.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected to:
Communicate with you and determine if there’s a mutual fit for potential collaboration.
Confirm your identity to prevent spam and bot activity.
Occasionally send you relevant marketing materials directly related to our services, which you can unsubscribe from at any time.
5. Legal Basis for Data Processing (GDPR Compliance)
For users in the EU, we process your personal data under the following legal bases:
Consent: By submitting information via our website, you consent to our processing of your data.
Legitimate Interest: We process data to maintain site security, provide better user experiences, and improve our services.
Contractual Necessity: If we need to communicate with you as part of an ongoing service agreement.
6. Data Sharing
We respect your privacy and do not share your data with third parties, except:
With Service Providers: We may use trusted third-party services (e.g., hosting and analytics) to help operate our website, and they may have access to your data as needed.
Legal Compliance: In cases where required by law or to protect our rights.
7. International Data Transfers
If you are located outside the United States, please note that your data may be transferred to and processed in the USA, where data protection laws may differ from your country. We implement appropriate safeguards to protect data during such transfers, as required by GDPR.
8. Data Retention
We retain your data as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. If you wish to delete your data, you can submit a request (instructions below), and we will delete your information in compliance with applicable laws.
9. Your Rights and Choices
As a user, you have the following rights:
Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information.
Deletion (Right to Be Forgotten): Request the deletion of your personal data.
Restrict Processing: Limit the use of your data under certain circumstances.
Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent to receive marketing communications at any time.
Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the methods below.
10. Opt-Out and Data Deletion
You may opt-out of marketing communications and request data deletion by following the unsubscribe link in any email or by filling out the opt-out form on our Privacy Policy page. Alternatively, you can contact us directly using the information below.
11. Data Security
We prioritize the security of your data and implement industry-standard security measures, including secure storage on Squarespace, two-factor authentication (2FA), and regular password updates, to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Minor updates will be indicated by a banner on our website. If significant changes are made, we will notify users via email.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions or need further assistance with this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: cory@solarscapeskc.com
Contact Form: https://www.solarscapeskc.com/contact