Privacy Policy
# Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 29, 2025
Last Updated: July 29, 2025
CarTechGA (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our customers and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website at https://cartechga.com, use our services, or interact with our online advertising.
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## 1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- Book an appointment through our website or by phone
- Submit a request for an estimate or quote
- Contact us through forms, email, or SMS
- Subscribe to marketing communications
- Interact with our advertisements
Examples of data we collect:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Physical address
- Vehicle details (e.g., make, model, VIN)
- Service history or preferences
- Payment details (processed securely through Stripe, Square, or other processors)
- IP address and browser/device data (via analytics and cookies)
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## 2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Schedule, confirm, and manage appointments
- Provide requested services and estimates
- Communicate with you via email, phone, or SMS
- Send service updates, promotions, or offers (with your consent)
- Improve our website, services, and marketing effectiveness
- Comply with legal and business obligations
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## 3. Marketing & Advertising
We may use advertising platforms such as Google Ads, Meta (Facebook/Instagram), and Nextdoor to promote our services. These platforms may collect data such as:
- Your browser or device type
- Which ads you interact with
- Your geographic region
- Whether you clicked an ad that led to our site
You can manage or opt out of interest-based ads here:
- [Google Ads Settings](https://www.google.com/settings/ads/anonymous)
- [Facebook Ad Preferences](https://www.facebook.com/settings/?tab=ads)
- [Digital Advertising Alliance](http://optout.aboutads.info/)
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## 4. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies and analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with our site. Cookies help us:
- Analyze traffic patterns
- Improve user experience
- Save form and session data
- Measure the effectiveness of advertising
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit certain site features.
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## 5. Data Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal information.
We may share data with trusted third parties only as needed to operate our business:
- Payment processors (e.g., Stripe, Square)
- SMS and email platforms (e.g., GoHighLevel, Mailchimp)
- Advertising services (Google, Meta, Nextdoor)
We may also disclose data if required by law, court order, or to protect our rights.
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## 6. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures including:
- SSL encryption for online data transfers
- Restricted access to customer data
- Secure third-party payment processing
While we take precautions to protect your data, no system is 100% secure. Use of our site is at your own risk.
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## 7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request a copy of your personal data
- Ask us to update, correct, or delete your information
- Opt out of marketing communications at any time
To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the information below.
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## 8. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.
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## 9. International Users
If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, you consent to your data being transferred to and processed in the U.S.
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## 10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last Updated" date above. Continued use of our site and services constitutes your agreement to the new terms.
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## 11. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us:
CarTechGA
📍 Roswell, GA
📞 +14047483025
🌐 [https://cartechga.com](https://cartechga.com)
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Thank you for trusting CarTechGA with your vehicle and your privacy.
Email: [email protected]
