Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 28, 2024

Introduction

Groundwork (referred to as "we", "us", "company", or "our") operates this website (referred to as the "website"). This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data when you use our website and the choices you have associated with that data. “You” refers to the reader, website visitor, or website user.

By visiting and using our website, you agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy. You are responsible for reviewing this policy periodically for updates. Your continued use of the website after any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, you must not access our website.

Information Collection and Use

We collect information for various purposes to improve our website for our readers, better serve you, and create a personalized experience.

Information is collected when you contact us, subscribe to a newsletter, leave comments, fill out a form, or use the search feature. You may provide information such as your name, email address, and location. This information may be used to promote offers, showcase reviews or products, send subscribed content, provide customer support, or efficiently process requests or transactions.

We may also use this information to provide offers and promotions from our partners at no additional cost to you.

Our website uses Google Analytics, which automatically collects certain data such as pages visited, time spent on pages, location, browsing behavior, device type, traffic patterns, and other general analytics data.

This information is used to analyze user behavior and interests, improve website performance, and enhance the products and services we offer.

Transfer and Disclosure of Information

We do not disclose your personal information to third parties without your consent, except in the following circumstances:

• Trusted third-party service providers such as website hosting platforms, email marketing services, and other providers necessary to operate the website.
• Compliance with state or federal laws, regulations, legal claims, or copyright infringement matters.
• In the event of a merger, acquisition, or partial sale of the website. Your information will remain protected under this Privacy Policy and transferred accordingly.

Security of Data

The security of your data is important to us; however, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure.

We strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, but we cannot guarantee absolute security.

For purchases, including credit card transactions, you will be redirected to a third-party vendor. We do not store payment information on our website.

By using this website, you agree to release us from liability in the event of a security breach or unauthorized use of your personal information by third parties.

GDPR Visitor Rights

If you are located in the European Union, you are entitled to rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

We retain your information until one of the following occurs:

• You request deletion by contacting us at [email protected].
• We discontinue use of our data providers.
• The Company ceases operations.
• Your data is no longer necessary, is outdated, or is too costly to maintain.

Your Rights Under GDPR

• Right of Access
• Right to Rectification or Erasure
• Right to Restrict Processing
• Right to Object
• Right to Data Portability
• Right to Withdraw Consent
• Right to Lodge a Complaint

We only request information necessary to enter into a contract and do not require consent for non-essential processing.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Rights

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights:

• Right to Know
• Right to Access
• Right to Delete
• Right to Opt Out (we do not sell personal data)
• Right to Non-Discrimination

To exercise your rights, contact us at [email protected]. Authorized agents must provide proof of authority.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children in compliance with COPPA.

If we become aware that personal information from a child under 13 has been collected without parental consent, we will delete it promptly.

By using this website, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old or accessing the site under parental supervision.

Email Marketing

By opting into our email list, you agree to receive newsletters, updates, and promotional content. Email information is kept confidential and not sold or traded.

EU residents will only be added to our email list after explicit consent. Non-EU users may be automatically subscribed when opting into offers or purchases.

Opt Out

You may unsubscribe at any time using the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or by contacting us directly.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Continued use of the website indicates acceptance of any changes.

Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at [email protected].