Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to ADU Goleta ("we," "our," or "us"). At ADU Goleta, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services related to Accessory Dwelling Unit planning, design, and construction in Goleta, California.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our website or services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Fill out forms on our website, including contact forms and consultation requests
• Sign up for our newsletter or other communications
• Request a quote or other information about our services
• Participate in surveys, promotions, or contests
• Contact us via email, phone, or other methods

The personal information we collect may include:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address or property address
• Property details relevant to ADU construction
• Communication preferences

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you access our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Time zone setting and location
• Pages viewed and how you navigate our website
• Other usage data that helps us improve our website and services

We collect this information using cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies. For more information about how we use cookies, please see Section 6 of this Privacy Policy.

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect for various purposes, including to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our website and services
• Process and respond to your inquiries, requests, and applications
• Communicate with you about our services, updates, and other information
• Customize your experience on our website
• Conduct research and analysis to better understand our customers' needs
• Develop new products, services, and features
• Prevent fraud, enforce our terms, and comply with legal requirements
• For any other purpose with your consent

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share your personal information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party vendors, consultants, and other service providers who need access to your information to perform services on our behalf, such as hosting, data analysis, payment processing, email delivery, and customer service.
• Business Transfers: If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, financing, reorganization, bankruptcy, or sale of company assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).
• Protection of Rights: We may disclose your information to protect and defend the rights, property, or safety of ADU Goleta, our customers, or others.
• With Your Consent: We may share your information with third parties when we have your consent to do so.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. These may include:

• The right to access and receive a copy of your personal information
• The right to request correction of your personal information
• The right to request deletion of your personal information
• The right to restrict or object to our processing of your personal information
• The right to data portability
• The right to opt-out of marketing communications

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable laws.

6. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing activities and to distinguish you from other users of our website. This helps us provide you with a good experience when you browse our website and allows us to improve our site.

You can set your browser to refuse all or some browser cookies, or to alert you when websites set or access cookies. If you disable or refuse cookies, please note that some parts of this website may become inaccessible or not function properly.

7. Data Security

We have implemented appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect the security of your personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, and disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

8. External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites and services that are not owned or controlled by ADU Goleta. This Privacy Policy applies only to our website and services. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. We strongly advise you to review the privacy policy of every website you visit.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected or received personal information from a child under 13 without verification of parental consent, we will delete that information.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.