Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 5, 2026

1. Introduction
   This Privacy Policy describes how Walgamuth Painting (www.walgamuthpainting.com) collects, uses, and discloses your information when you visit our Website. We are committed to protecting your privacy and do not collect or utilize private or personally identifiable information beyond what is strictly necessary for basic website functionality and anonymous analytics.

By using our Website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect
   We aim to collect as little personal information as possible.

• Automatically Collected Information: When you visit our Website, our servers may automatically log basic, non-personally identifiable technical data such as your IP address (in anonymized form), browser type, device type, operating system, referring pages, and pages visited. This data helps us understand site usage and improve performance.
• No Personal Information via Contact or Forms (if applicable): If we offer any contact forms or other voluntary submissions, we only collect the information you explicitly provide (e.g., name and email). We do not require personal information for general browsing.

3. Third-Party Services and Analytics
   We use Google Analytics (or similar third-party analytics services) to help analyze Website traffic and improve user experience. These services collect anonymous usage data on our behalf.

• We do not collect, receive, access, or utilize any private or personally identifiable information from Google Analytics or other third-party services. Any data processed by these services remains with the third party and is subject to their privacy policies. We only receive aggregated, anonymized reports (e.g., total visitors, popular pages).
• Google Analytics uses cookies and similar technologies. You can learn more about how Google handles data in its Privacy Policy and opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
• We do not use third-party services for targeted advertising or tracking that involves personal data unless explicitly disclosed.

4. How We Use Information
   Any limited data we handle is used solely for:

• Operating and improving the Website.
• Understanding general usage trends (anonymously).
• Responding to any voluntary inquiries you submit.

We do not sell, rent, or share personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
   We do not share personal information except:

• With service providers (e.g., hosting) who are bound by confidentiality and only process data as needed.
• When required by law, to protect rights/safety, or in the event of a business transfer.

6. Cookies and Similar Technologies
   We may use essential cookies for basic functionality. Analytics cookies (e.g., from Google) are used only for anonymous statistics. You can manage cookies through your browser settings.

7. Your Rights
   Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or object to the processing of your personal data. Contact us using the details below to exercise these rights.

8. Children’s Privacy
   Our Website is not directed at children under 13 (or 16 in some jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
   We may update this policy periodically. We will post the revised version with a new effective date. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance.

10. Contact Us
    If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:info@walgamuthpainting.com