1. Introduction
SchwartzWebDesigns ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, contact us, or engage our web design services.
This Privacy Policy applies to all information collected through our website, online checkout, email communications, contact forms, and any other interactions you have with SchwartzWebDesigns.
By using our services or website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not use our services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
We collect information you voluntarily provide to us, including:
Full name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing or billing address
Business name and website URL
Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors — we do not store full card details)
Project details, preferences, and content you provide for your website
Communications you send us via email, contact forms, or messaging
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we or our service providers may automatically collect:
IP address and general geographic location
Browser type and version
Device type and operating system
Pages visited and time spent on those pages
Referring website or link
Date and time of your visit
Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 6)
2.3 Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from third-party platforms such as payment processors, domain registrars, or hosting providers when you use their services in connection with a project. We only receive the information necessary to fulfill our services.
3. How We Use Your Information
SchwartzWebDesigns uses the information we collect for the following purposes:
3.1 Service Delivery
To provide, manage, and complete web design services
To communicate with you about your project, revisions, and deliverables
To register domains or set up third-party services on your behalf
To process payments and send invoices
To provide customer support and respond to inquiries
3.2 Business Operations
To improve our services and website
To maintain business records and comply with legal obligations
To send project-related updates and communications
To detect and prevent fraud, chargebacks, or abuse
3.3 Marketing (With Your Consent)
To send you promotional materials or service announcements, if you have opted in
To display completed projects in our portfolio (unless you request confidentiality in writing)
You may opt out of marketing communications at any time by contacting us or using the unsubscribe link in any email we send.
3.4 Legal Compliance
To comply with applicable California and federal laws
To enforce our Terms of Service
To respond to legal requests, court orders, or government inquiries
To protect the rights, safety, and property of SchwartzWebDesigns and our clients
4. How We Share Your Information
SchwartzWebDesigns does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:
4.1 Service Providers
We work with trusted third-party vendors who assist in delivering our services, such as payment processors, domain registrars, hosting providers, and project management tools. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and may only use it to perform services on our behalf.
4.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, subpoena, court order, or government request, or where we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our legal rights, enforce our Terms of Service, or protect the safety of our clients or the public.
4.3 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or substantially all of our business assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring party. We will notify you of any such change and your options.
4.4 With Your Consent
We may share your information in any other circumstance with your prior written consent.
5. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
As a California-based business, SchwartzWebDesigns complies with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). California residents have the following rights regarding their personal information:
5.1 Right to Know
You have the right to request that we disclose what personal information we have collected about you, the sources from which it was collected, the purposes for collecting it, and any third parties with whom it has been shared.
5.2 Right to Delete
You have the right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions (such as information needed to complete a transaction, comply with a legal obligation, or detect fraud).
5.3 Right to Correct
You have the right to request correction of inaccurate personal information we hold about you.
5.4 Right to Opt Out of Sale
SchwartzWebDesigns does not sell your personal information. You therefore have no need to opt out of a sale. If our practices change, we will update this policy and provide a clear opt-out mechanism.
5.5 Right to Non-Discrimination
We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA rights. We will not deny you services, charge you different prices, or provide a lower quality of service because you exercised your privacy rights.
5.6 How to Submit a Request
To exercise any of your California privacy rights, please contact us in writing. We will respond to verifiable consumer requests within 45 days as required by California law. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.
6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
6.1 What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, analyze traffic, and improve user experience.
6.2 How We Use Cookies
Our website may use the following types of cookies:
Essential cookies — necessary for the website to function properly
Analytics cookies — help us understand how visitors interact with our site (e.g., Google Analytics)
Preference cookies — remember your settings and preferences
Marketing cookies — used to deliver relevant content (only with your consent)
6.3 Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or delete existing cookies through their settings menu.
6.4 Third-Party Analytics
We may use third-party analytics services such as Google Analytics to help us understand website traffic and usage. These services may collect information sent by your browser as part of a web page request. Their use of this information is governed by their own privacy policies.
7. Data Security
SchwartzWebDesigns takes reasonable and appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:
Secure transmission of data using SSL/TLS encryption
Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
Use of reputable, security-conscious third-party payment processors
Regular review of our data collection and storage practices
Important: No method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You provide your information at your own risk.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Specifically:
Client project records and communications are retained for a minimum of 3 years following project completion
Payment and billing records are retained as required by California tax and accounting laws (generally 7 years)
Email communications are retained for as long as necessary for business and legal purposes
Website analytics data is retained in accordance with the applicable third-party platform's data retention policies
When personal information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with applicable law.
9. Third-Party Links & Services
Our website and communications may contain links to third-party websites or services, including our recommended technical support partners (fixmysite.com and setmysite.com). These third-party sites have their own privacy policies, and SchwartzWebDesigns has no responsibility or liability for their content, practices, or policies.
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites or services you visit or use. Inclusion of a link on our website does not imply endorsement of that site's privacy practices.
10. Children's Privacy
SchwartzWebDesigns does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. Our services are intended for adults aged 18 and over. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take immediate steps to delete that information.
If you believe we may have collected information from a minor, please contact us immediately.
11. Payment Information & Security
SchwartzWebDesigns does not directly collect, process, or store your full credit card or banking information. All payment transactions are processed through secure third-party payment processors. We receive only the information necessary to confirm payment (such as the last four digits of your card, transaction ID, and billing name).
By submitting payment through our checkout, you agree to the terms and privacy policy of the applicable payment processor. We encourage you to review their privacy practices.
12. Communications & Contact
When you contact SchwartzWebDesigns via email, contact form, phone, or any other channel, we may retain records of those communications for business, legal, and quality assurance purposes.
You may contact SchwartzWebDesigns at any time with questions about this Privacy Policy, to exercise your privacy rights, or for any other inquiry. We are committed to being responsive and accessible to our clients.
You may reach us at any time for privacy-related inquiries:
By email: lida@schwartzwebdesigns.com
Through our website contact form
By any other contact method listed on our website
We will respond to all privacy-related requests within a reasonable timeframe, and within 45 days for verified CCPA requests.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
SchwartzWebDesigns reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. When changes are made, we will update the Effective Date at the top of this document. Material changes will be communicated to active clients via email or prominently posted on our website.
Your continued use of our services following any posted changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
14. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the State of California, United States, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), and all other applicable state and federal privacy laws. Any disputes arising from this Privacy Policy shall be resolved in accordance with the Dispute Resolution provisions set forth in our Terms of Service.
15. Acknowledgment & Agreement
By using SchwartzWebDesigns' website or services, or by checking the agreement box at checkout, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
CHECKING THE BOX = YOUR SIGNATURE: Checking the “I have read and agree” box at checkout is the legal equivalent of signing this Privacy Policy with a pen on paper. By placing a checkmark in that box, you are intentionally and affirmatively consenting to the terms of this Privacy Policy. This single act — checking the box — constitutes your complete, valid, and enforceable electronic signature. No printed form, wet ink signature, or physical document is required. The checkbox alone is sufficient.
Digital Agreement: Your electronic acceptance of this Privacy Policy — whether through a checkout checkbox, email confirmation, or continued use of our services — constitutes a legally binding agreement in accordance with the E-SIGN Act (15 U.S.C. § 7001 et seq.) and the California Uniform Electronic Transactions Act (CUETA, Cal. Civ. Code § 1633.1 et seq.). No physical signature is required.
Electronic Signature (Typed Name): _______________________________________ Date: _______________
By typing your name above or checking the agreement box at checkout, you confirm this constitutes your legal electronic signature — equivalent to a handwritten signature on paper.
SchwartzWebDesigns
California, United States • Available for contact anytime
Policy effective: June 9, 2026
SchwartzWebDesigns — California, United States · Available for contact anytime