Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how Gulf Coast Company (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, discloses and safeguards the personal information of visitors to our website and users of our services. By accessing our website or engaging our services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information You Provide
- Contact details: name, email address, phone number, mailing address
- Billing information: payment method, billing address
- Account credentials: usernames and passwords when you register for an account
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Usage data: IP address, browser type, pages viewed, time spent on pages, referrer URL
- Device information: operating system, device type, screen resolution
- Cookies and similar technologies to track preferences and site activity
2. How We Use Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide and maintain our services
- Process transactions and manage billing
- Communicate updates, confirmations and support
- Improve our website, services and user experience
- Conduct analytics, research and reporting
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information with:
- Service Providers: subcontractors and vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., payment processors, hosting providers)
- Legal and Regulatory Authorities: when required by law, court order or government regulation
- Business Transfers: in connection with a merger, acquisition or sale of assets, with notice to you
- Your Consent: when you authorize disclosure
4. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical and physical safeguards to protect personal information. However, no security system is impenetrable. You acknowledge and accept this risk.
5. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. When no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize the information.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access, correct or update your personal information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Object to or restrict processing of your personal information
- Receive a copy of your personal information in a portable format
- Opt out of marketing communications
To exercise these rights, contact us using the information in Section 11.
7. International Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers are located. We take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our services and website are not directed to children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their policies.
10. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post the revised policy with an updated effective date.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions or wish to exercise your rights, please contact:
Gulf Coast Company
Email: privacy@gccagency.com
Revised: Aug 11, 2023