Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Seal Digital ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at seal-digital.com and engage with our web design services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our website or services.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information from you in the following ways:

Information You Provide Directly:

• Contact information (email address, phone number, Facebook, LinkedIn, or other communication channels you choose to share)
• Your name (if you choose to provide it)
• Business information (business name, industry, business goals, website requirements, existing content, images, or any materials you provide for your website project)
• Any other information you voluntarily provide during communications or project planning

Information Collected Automatically:

• Browser type and operating system
• IP address
• Pages visited on our website
• Device information
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (if applicable)

Important Note: We do not systematically collect or track personal data. Information is collected only as needed to provide our services and is kept within our internal documents and project communications.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect in the following ways:

• To provide and deliver web design and development services
• To communicate with you about your project
• To store project files and materials for reference and revision purposes
• To process payments through Stripe
• To comply with legal obligations
• To improve our services based on feedback

We do not use your information for marketing purposes or send unsolicited marketing communications unless you explicitly consent.

4. How We Store Your Information

Information you provide to us is stored in:

• Internal project documents and files
• Email communications and conversations
• Our project management and communication platforms
• Payment processing records with Stripe

We keep this information only as long as necessary to complete your project and maintain records for legitimate business purposes (typically 7 years for accounting and legal compliance).

5. Payment Processing

Payment information is processed securely through Stripe, a third-party payment processor. We do not store full credit card information on our servers. Stripe handles all payment processing in accordance with PCI Data Security Standards and their privacy policy.

We only receive confirmation of successful payment and limited transaction details necessary to complete your order and provide invoices.

6. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, rent, or share your personal information with third parties. The only exception is:

• Payment Processor: Stripe processes your payment information as described above.
• Legal Compliance: If required by law, court order, or legal process, we may disclose information.
• Business Necessity: In the unlikely event of a merger or acquisition of Seal Digital, your information may be transferred.

Your business information and project details are kept confidential and not disclosed to other clients or third parties.

7. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use minimal cookies to improve user experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect website functionality but will not impact your ability to contact us or receive services.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, and you provide information at your own risk.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information:

• Right to Access: You can request a copy of information we hold about you.
• Right to Correction: You can request corrections to inaccurate information.
• Right to Deletion: You can request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements).
• Right to Opt-Out: You can opt out of communications with us.
• Right to Data Portability: You can request your project files and information in a portable format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us here or at hello@seal-digital.com.

10. European Users (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Union or other jurisdictions with data protection regulations, your information is processed in compliance with applicable laws. Our lawful basis for processing is typically:

• Fulfillment of our contract to provide web design services
• Your explicit consent
• Our legitimate business interests in delivering services and maintaining records

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe your rights have been violated.

11. California Users (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete your information, and the right to opt-out. We do not sell personal information. To exercise your CCPA rights, contact us here or at hello@seal-digital.com.

12. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date and posting the revised policy on our website.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

here or at hello@seal-digital.com.