Privacy Policy
Introduction
The purpose of this Privacy Policy is to describe how Golden Rule Threads Screen Printing LLC (“Golden Rule Threads”) collects, uses and shares information about you when you visit the website www.goldenrulethreads.com (collectively referred to herein as the “Site”). Please read this notice carefully to understand what we do. If you do not understand any aspects of our Privacy Policy, please feel free to Contact Us at info@goldenrulethreads.com
Golden Rule Threads Screen Printing LLC website (this “Website”) is owned by Golden Rule Threads Screen Printing LLC.
Intellectual Property Rights And Copyright Notice
All intellectual property (registered and unregistered) of digital or physical nature associated with this Site and the Services provided by Golden Rule Threads, including but not limited to the following: analysis, artwork, brand identifiers, copy, creative, data, designs, digital photographs, formulas, graphics, icons, illustrations, images, indexes, layouts, materials, names, object code, plans, proofs, trade, trademarks, written and other materials that appear on Site (collectively the “Content”), whether posted or uploaded, transmitted, sent or otherwise made available by us are copyrights, trademarks, trade dress and/or other intellectual properties owned, controlled or licensed by Golden Rule Threads.
Personal Information We Collect
We collect the information you provide to us, for example when you purchase products or services from us, request information from us, or otherwise communicate with us. This information may include name; address; billing address; shipping address; email address; telephone number; credit card, debit card number or bank account number (or a portion thereof, and solely for payment purposes); and other information you choose to submit to us.
We collect information that you willingly provide us directly through your use of our Site, your email interaction, and from third parties. When you use our website or engage our Services via any means or transmission, we collect information you willingly provide so that we have the ability to engage you for the following purposes including but not limited to: communication regarding quotes, art/design details, payment, and order details.
We keep such personal information on your behalf for the purpose of fulfilling your needs and building of a long relationship.
Some of the resources available on our site require personal information including, but not limited to the following: your name, email address, phone number, credit or debit card information, business address, and shipping address (collectively, “Personal Information”). Other forms of personal information include contents of messages sent to us via the Site, Phone, Email or any other transmission. Other information we collect and retain include your order history, customer number, associated order number(s), art approvals, the total balance of your former orders, quote request details, and order details.
Sometimes we collect information about you from third parties. This situation may occur when corresponding with multiple contacts for an order. We also may collect information from public sources. We may use applications, servers and other services provided by third-party entities, such as Google Analytics, to help improve our Site and Services. These entities may use cookies and other methods of gathering information.
Cookies
We and our service providers use cookies and other technologies to receive and store certain types of information whenever you interact with our Site through your computer or mobile device. A cookie is a small file containing a string of characters that is sent to your computer when you visit a website. When you visit the Site again, the cookie allows the Site to recognize your browser. Cookies may store unique identifiers, user preferences and other information. You can reset your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, some Site features or services may not function properly without cookies. We use cookies to improve the quality of our service, including for storing user preferences, tracking user trends and providing relevant advertising to you.
Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google, Inc. (“Google”) to collect certain information relating to your use of the Site. Google Analytics uses “cookies”, which are text files placed on your computer, to help the Site analyze how users use the site. You can find out more about how Google uses data when you visit our Site by visiting “How Google uses data when you use our partners’ sites or apps”, (located at www.google.com/policies/privacy/partners/). We may also use Google Analytics Advertising Features or other advertising networks to provide you with interest-based advertising based on your online activity. For more information regarding Google Analytics please visit Google’s website, and pages that describe Google Analytics, such as www.google.com/analytics/learn/privacy.html. To learn more about interest-based advertisements and your opt-out rights and options, visit the Digital Advertising Alliance and the Network Advertising Initiative websites (www.aboutads.info and www.networkadvertising.org). Please note that if you choose to opt out, you will continue to see ads, but they will not be based on how your online activity.
How We Use Your Information
We collect information from you in order to provide products and services that you purchase using the Site; contact you about your orders; process credit card and debit card transactions; ship products to you; and send you promotional materials or advertisements about our products and services, as well as new features and offerings.
We primarily use your information, and Personal information and/or Content so we can manage your orders effectively from beginning to end. We also leverage your information to manage your account, answer questions, provide solutions to your needs or inquiries, make recommendations based on your indications, preferences and specifications, and for overall communication with you about our Services.
We also use your information and Personal Information to connect with you regarding seasonal updates, helpful tips, and promotional programs. We may advertise to you through our Site, via email, or via third party websites.
Depending on the type of order you place with us, we may need to provide your personal information or portions thereof to Service Providers or third party service providers, vendors, agents, contractors or others who help us with the completion and fulfillment of your order.
We may share your information to comply with laws, regulations, legal processes or guidance, and to respond to any government requests.
We will never knowingly solicit, nor will we accept personal information from users known to be under thirteen (13) years of age. All Users who act on behalf of institutions, organizations, corporations or small businesses, schools or any other entity of any nature, must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and must be authorized to act on behalf of that entity to design and purchase custom merchandise per the terms of this Agreement.
Third Party Sites
This Privacy Policy applies only to information we collect at and through the Site. Our Site also contains links to third party sites that are not owned or controlled by Golden Rule Threads. Please be aware that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of such other sites. We encourage you to be aware when you leave our Site and to read the privacy statements of each and every website that collects personal information.
We will share personal information with third party companies, organizations or individuals outside of Golden Rule Threads if we have a good-faith belief that access, use, preservation or disclosure of the information is reasonably necessary to:
- Meet any applicable law, regulation, subpoena, legal process or enforceable governmental request.
- Enforce applicable Terms of Use, including investigation of potential violations.
- Detect, prevent, or otherwise address fraud, security or technical issues.
- Protect against harm to the rights, property or safety of Homeboy, our users, customers or the public as required or permitted by law.
Transfer in the Event of Sale or Change of Control. If the ownership of all or substantially all of our business changes or we otherwise transfer assets relating to our business or the Site to a third party, such as by merger, acquisition, bankruptcy proceeding or otherwise, we may transfer or sell your personal information to the new owner. In such a case, unless permitted otherwise by applicable law, your information would remain subject to the promises made in the applicable privacy policy unless you agree differently.
Terms of Use. Please note that your use of our Site is also subject to our Terms of Use.
Publication Of Images And Stories
Golden Rule Threads may publish photographs, video, names and/or select story-related information of and about employees/partners in its printed and digital newsletters, on its website, on digital social media sites such as Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube, and/or in connection with media requests and news releases. This information will be published and provided only with the prior written permission of the employees/partners, their parents or guardians, as applicable.
Access To Your Information
If you have questions about personal information we have about you or need to access or update your information, you can Contact Us at info@goldenrulethreads.com
Security
We use industry standard physical, technical and administrative security measures and safeguards to protect the confidentiality and security of your personal information. However, since the Internet is not a 100% secure environment, we cannot guarantee, ensure, or warrant the security of any information you transmit to us. There is no guarantee that information may not be accessed, disclosed, altered, or destroyed by breach of any of our physical, technical, or managerial safeguards. It is your responsibility to protect the security of your login information. Please note that emails and other communications you send to us through our Site are not encrypted, and we strongly advise you not to communicate any confidential information through these means.
Changes To Our Privacy Policy
Our Privacy Policy may change from time to time. We will not reduce your rights under this Privacy Policy without your consent in accordance with applicable law. We will post any privacy policy changes on this page and, if the changes are significant, we will provide a more prominent notice (including, for certain services, email notification of privacy policy changes). We will also keep prior versions of this Privacy Policy in an archive for your review.
Questions And How To Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, complaints or suggestions regarding our Privacy Policy or otherwise need to contact us, please email us at info@goldenrulethreads.com