Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Hi there! I'm Tavia Gilbert, and this is a simple explanation of how I handle information when you visit my website. I care about your privacy and want to be transparent about what happens with any information you share with me.

2. Who's Responsible for Your Information

It's just me, Tavia Gilbert, managing this website and any information collected here. If you have any questions or concerns, I'm easy to reach:

3. What Information I Collect

Here's what information might be collected when you visit my website:

• Contact Details: Your name, email, phone number, or anything else you share when you reach out.
• Website Basics: Technical stuff like your IP address, what browser you're using, and what device you're on. This helps me make sure the site works well for everyone.
• How You Use the Site: Which pages you visit and how you interact with the website.
• Your Preferences: Whether you'd like to hear from me about new projects or services.

4. Why I Collect This Information

I only use your information for these simple reasons:

• To Help You: When you contact me about a project or have questions, I need your information to respond and provide the services you're asking about.
• To Make My Website Better: Understanding how people use my site helps me improve it and create a better experience.
• To Keep In Touch: If you've said it's okay, I might send you updates about new services or projects I think you'd be interested in.
• To Keep Things Legal: Sometimes I need to keep certain information to comply with tax laws and other requirements.

5. Website Data & Your Privacy

This website collects basic technical data like your IP address and browser information to help improve your browsing experience. I also store any contact information you voluntarily provide when reaching out to me. This data is kept only as long as needed to serve you better or as required by basic legal obligations.

I respect your privacy and am happy to delete your information upon request. If you have any questions about your data, please contact me directly at contact@taviagilbert.design.

7. Cookies

My website uses cookies - these are small files that help remember your preferences and make your browsing experience better. If you prefer, you can adjust your browser settings to decline cookies, but this might affect how some parts of the site work.

8. Data Security

I take basic steps to protect your information. Your data is safeguarded against unauthorized access, and I only share it with trusted partners when absolutely necessary for providing my services.

9. Links to Other Websites

Sometimes I include links to other websites or services. When you click these links, you'll be leaving my site, and I don't have control over how those sites handle your information. I recommend checking their privacy policies too.

I occasionally use tools from other companies to help run my website (like analytics or contact forms). These companies only get access to the information they need to perform their specific job, and they've agreed not to use it for anything else.

10. Updates to This Information

I might occasionally update this privacy information. When I do, I'll change the "Last Updated" date at the top of the page. Feel free to check back now and then to stay informed about how I'm protecting your information.