Effective Date: 4/9/25
Who We Are
This website is operated by Coastal Shield and built with WordPress. Our hosting is provided by SiteGround, a trusted web hosting service based in the EU and US.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal and non-personal information through the following means:
Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our website. This may include:
– IP address (anonymized)
– Device and browser type
– Pages visited and time spent on the site
– Referring websites
Google Analytics uses cookies. You can opt out via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Cookies
Our site uses cookies to:
– Improve user experience
– Track anonymous usage data (via Google Analytics)
– Manage popups or forms (e.g., Elementor or Kadence Blocks)
You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings.
Contact Forms
If you submit a contact form, we may collect:
– Name
– Email address
– Any additional information you include
This data is used solely to respond to your inquiry and is never shared or sold.
How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
– Improve the performance and usability of our website
– Respond to your inquiries
– Analyze aggregate traffic patterns
Data Security
Your data is stored securely on servers managed by SiteGround, which complies with industry-standard data protection protocols. We take reasonable steps to prevent unauthorized access or disclosure.
Third-Party Services
We may link to third-party sites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. These may include:
– Google Analytics
– Embedded content (e.g., YouTube, Vimeo, Maps)
Your Rights
If you’re located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the GDPR, including the right to:
– Access your personal data
– Request correction or deletion
– Object to certain processing
– Withdraw consent
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy as needed. Updates will be reflected on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us.