Privacy policy
1. Introduction
Oceano Blue Media ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your data when you visit our website at oceanoblue.net.
2. Information we collect
We collect information in the following ways:
Information you provide directly
When you fill out our contact form (powered by HoneyBook), we may collect:
- Your name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Details about your project or inquiry
This information is submitted voluntarily and is used solely to respond to your inquiry and provide the services you request.
Information collected automatically
When you visit our website, certain information is collected automatically through Google Analytics, including:
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Browser type and device information
- Approximate geographic location (city or region level)
- Referring website or source
- General browsing behavior and site interactions
This data is collected in aggregate form and does not personally identify you.
3. How we use your information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to inquiries submitted through our contact form
- Communicate with you about our services, scheduling, and project details
- Understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it
- Monitor website performance and troubleshoot technical issues
We do not use your information for automated decision-making or profiling.
4. Cookies and tracking technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies through Google Analytics to collect usage data. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us analyze website traffic and improve your browsing experience.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, though doing so may affect your experience on our site. For more information on how Google processes data, visit Google's privacy policy.
5. Sharing your information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your data only in the following circumstances:
- Service providers: We use HoneyBook to manage contact form submissions and client communications. Your information may be processed through their platform in accordance with their privacy policy.
- Analytics: We use Google Analytics to understand website usage patterns. Google may process data according to their own privacy terms.
- Legal requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests.
6. Data retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy. Contact form submissions are kept for the duration of our business relationship and a reasonable period afterward. Analytics data is retained according to our Google Analytics settings.
7. Your rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Request access to the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Request deletion of your personal data
- Withdraw consent for data processing at any time
- Opt out of analytics tracking by using browser settings or the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.
8. Third-party links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and Vimeo. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
9. Children's privacy
Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.
10. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Update" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
11. Contact
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:
info@oceanoblue.net