Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how layoutforge collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website or use our services.
Last updated: December 15, 2024
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Register for an account or create a profile
- Subscribe to our newsletter or marketing communications
- Contact us through forms, email, or phone
- Request our services or request a quote
- Participate in surveys, contests, or promotional activities
- Apply for employment or partnership opportunities
This information may include your name, email address, phone number, company name, job title, postal address, and any other information you choose to provide.
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:
- IP address and general geographic location
- Browser type, version, and operating system
- Pages visited, time spent on pages, and click paths
- Referring website and exit pages
- Device identifiers and technical information
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from third-party sources, including social media platforms, business partners, analytics providers, and publicly available databases. This information helps us verify your identity, improve our services, and provide more relevant content.
How We Use Your Information
Service Provision and Communication
We use your personal information to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our web design and development services
- Process transactions and send related information
- Send technical notices, updates, and security alerts
- Respond to your comments, questions, and customer service requests
- Communicate with you about products, services, and upcoming events
- Provide customer support and resolve technical issues
Marketing and Promotional Purposes
With your consent, we may use your information to:
- Send newsletters, marketing communications, and promotional materials
- Personalize your experience on our website
- Display targeted advertisements on our website and third-party sites
- Analyze usage patterns to improve our services
- Conduct market research and customer satisfaction surveys
You can opt out of receiving marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions included in our emails or contacting us directly.
Legal and Security Purposes
We may use your information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes; protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property; detect, prevent, and address fraud, security risks, and technical issues; and enforce our terms of service and other agreements.
Information Sharing and Disclosure
Third-Party Service Providers
We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting business, or serving our customers. These providers are contractually obligated to:
- Use your information only as instructed by us
- Implement appropriate security measures to protect your data
- Not disclose your information to other parties without our consent
- Comply with applicable data protection laws
Our service providers include web hosting companies, email service providers, analytics companies, payment processors, and customer support tools.
Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred to the acquiring entity. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control of your personal information.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information when required by law, regulation, legal process, or government request, or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or the public.
Consent
We may share your information with your consent or at your direction. We will obtain your explicit consent before sharing sensitive personal information for purposes not covered by this privacy policy.
Data Security and Retention
Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security assessments and penetration testing
- Access controls and authentication mechanisms
- Employee training on data protection and privacy
- Secure data storage with reputable cloud providers
- Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:
- Provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy
- Comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes
- Enforce our agreements and protect our legal interests
- Maintain business records for legitimate business purposes
When personal information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it according to our data retention policies.
International Data Transfers
Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Types of Cookies We Use
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality and security
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
- Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements
Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. You can also:
- Use our cookie consent banner to manage preferences
- Opt out of targeted advertising through industry opt-out pages
- Contact us directly to request cookie management assistance
- Review our Cookie Policy for detailed information
Your Rights and Choices
Access and Portability
You have the right to:
- Request access to your personal information we hold
- Receive a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format
- Verify the information we have about you
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Deletion and Restriction
You may request that we:
- Delete your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
- Restrict processing of your personal information
- Object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
Communication Preferences
You can manage your communication preferences by:
- Unsubscribing from marketing emails using the unsubscribe link
- Updating your account settings and preferences
- Contacting us directly to update your preferences
- Using browser-based ad blocking tools
How to Exercise Your Rights
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 the timeframe required by applicable law and may require verification of your identity.
Children's Privacy
Our website and services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.
Parents and guardians who believe their child has provided personal information to us should contact us immediately to request removal of such information.
Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will:
- Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
- Notify you of significant changes via email or website notice
- Obtain your consent for material changes that affect your rights
- Provide you with a reasonable advance notice period for changes
We encourage you to review this privacy policy periodically to stay informed about our privacy practices. Your continued use of our website and services after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us using the information below:
Company Information
Company: layoutforge
Address: Rizal Street, Tacloban City, Leyte, Philippines
Phone: +63 945 887 3104
Email: [email protected]
Business Hours
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM PST
Weekends: Closed
We typically respond to privacy-related inquiries within 48 hours during business days.
Data Protection Officer
For specific privacy concerns or to exercise your data protection rights, you may also contact our Data Protection Officer directly:
Email: [email protected]
This privacy policy is part of our commitment to transparency and data protection.