Privacy Policy

# Gilroy Media Privacy Policy **Effective Date:** October 14, 2026 ## 1. Introduction Welcome to Gilroy Media (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you may provide when visiting our website. This Privacy Policy explains what information we may collect, how we use it, when we may share it, and what choices you have regarding your personal information when you visit or interact with our website. By using our website, you acknowledge the practices described in this Privacy Policy, subject to any consent required by applicable law. ## 2. Information We Collect Depending on how you use our website, Gilroy Media may collect the following types of information: **Information You Provide** - Your name and email address when you contact us. - Information submitted through contact forms, inquiries, feedback, or other communications. - Any other information you voluntarily provide to us. **Information Collected Automatically** When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, including: - Your IP address. - Browser type and device information. - Pages viewed and the date and time of your visit. - Referring websites and general website usage data. - Cookies and similar tracking technologies, where used. We collect only the information reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this policy and as permitted by applicable law. ## 3. How We Use Your Information Gilroy Media may use collected information to: - Operate, maintain, and improve our website. - Respond to questions, messages, and requests. - Understand website traffic and audience engagement. - Monitor website performance and troubleshoot technical issues. - Protect our website against fraud, abuse, and unauthorized activity. - Comply with applicable legal obligations. - Send updates or promotional communications where appropriate and permitted by law. We do not intend to use your personal information for purposes materially different from those described in this policy without providing any notice or obtaining consent where required. ## 4. Cookies and Analytics Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, understand visitor behavior, and measure website performance. Cookies are small files stored on your device that may help a website remember information about your visit. If implemented, third-party analytics services may collect information about how visitors interact with our website. The information collected depends on the services and settings we use. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Some website features may not function properly if certain cookies are disabled. Where required by law, we will request consent before using nonessential cookies or similar technologies. ## 5. Sharing Your Information Gilroy Media does not intend to sell your personal information for money. We may share information in the following circumstances: - **Service providers:** With website hosting providers, analytics providers, and other vendors that help us operate our website. - **Legal requirements:** When disclosure is necessary to comply with applicable law, legal process, or a valid government request. - **Safety and protection:** When reasonably necessary to protect our rights, users, website, or the public. - **Business transfers:** In connection with a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or sale of business assets, subject to applicable law. Some analytics, advertising, or embedded third-party services may collect information directly through our website. Depending on the technology used and applicable law, such activity may constitute sharing of personal information even when no money changes hands. ## 6. Third-Party Websites and Services Our website may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, video players, or other external services. These third parties operate under their own privacy policies and practices. Gilroy Media does not control how external websites collect or use your information. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access through our website. ## 7. Data Security We take reasonable steps to protect the personal information we maintain against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmitting or storing information electronically is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security. ## 8. Data Retention We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, including responding to inquiries, maintaining website operations, resolving disputes, and meeting legal obligations. Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information and the reason it was collected. ## 9. Your Privacy Rights Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have the right to: - Request access to personal information we hold about you. - Request correction of inaccurate personal information. - Request deletion of personal information, subject to applicable exceptions. - Opt out of certain sales, sharing, or targeted advertising activities where applicable. - Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent. - Appeal certain privacy-related decisions where required by law. To submit a privacy request, contact us using the information in the Contact Us section below. We may need to verify your request before taking action. We will not unlawfully discriminate against you for exercising applicable privacy rights. ## 10. California Privacy Notice California residents may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended, if Gilroy Media is subject to that law. Depending on applicability, these rights may include the right to know what personal information is collected, used, or disclosed; request deletion or correction; access information; and opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information. Where required, we will provide additional notices at or before the collection of personal information and provide accessible methods for exercising applicable rights. If we engage in activities that require a “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” or similar privacy-choice mechanism, we will provide the required mechanism and honor applicable opt-out rights. ## 11. Children's Privacy Our website is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children in circumstances prohibited by applicable law. If you believe a child has provided personal information to us inappropriately, please contact us so that we can review the matter and take appropriate action. Where applicable children's privacy laws require parental consent or additional protections, we will comply with those requirements. ## 12. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our website, business practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the Effective Date at the top of this page. Where required by law, we will provide additional notice or obtain consent. We encourage visitors to review this page periodically. ## 13. Contact Us If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or would like to submit a privacy-related request, please contact: **Gilroy Media** Email: [Insert your business contact email] Website: [Insert your website URL] Please include “Privacy Policy Request” in the subject line of your email so that we can direct your inquiry appropriately. Thank you for visiting Gilroy Media.