Privacy Policy
Effective date: November 18, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information in connection with JamesPMGaffney.com and the following related websites:
Together with JamesPMGaffney.com, these are referred to as the “Sites.” This Privacy Policy also applies to any other website that explicitly links to this Privacy Policy.
By using any of the Sites, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
The data controller responsible for your personal information in connection with the Sites is:
Blue Dozen Design, LLC
Owned and operated by James P. M. Gaffney
65 Merrimon Ave #1139
Asheville, NC 28801
United States
Email: bluedozendesign@gmail.com
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you use the Sites:
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
- Contact information: such as your name, email address, phone number, and any other details you provide when you contact us, request information, or fill out forms.
- Form submissions: information you submit through contact forms, questionnaires, booking forms, or other interactive forms on the Sites.
- Newsletter signups: your email address and any related preferences when you subscribe to our mailing lists through MailerLite or similar services.
- Booking information: information you provide when scheduling calls, consultations, or meetings through BookLikeABoss.
Payment data: The Sites covered by this Privacy Policy do not themselves process or store payment card details. Any payment processing for other projects or sites is handled under separate sites and separate privacy policies.
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the Sites, certain information is collected automatically, including:
- Usage data: pages viewed, links clicked, time spent on pages, referring pages, and general navigation patterns.
- Technical data: IP address, browser type and version, device type, operating system, and similar technical information.
- Log data: server logs generated by our hosting provider (SiteGround), which may include IP addresses and timestamps for security, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
2.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the Sites, understand how they are used, and improve performance. Cookies may be set by us or by third parties (such as analytics or advertising providers).
You can usually control cookies through your browser settings. If you disable certain cookies, parts of the Sites may not function properly.
3. Third-Party Tools and Services
We use third-party services to help operate the Sites and understand how they are used, including:
- Google Analytics / GA4: to analyze traffic and usage patterns.
- Meta Pixel: to measure content and ad performance on Meta platforms.
- MailerLite: to manage email newsletter subscriptions.
- Gravity Forms: to power contact forms and store submitted form data.
- BookLikeABoss: to handle bookings and scheduling.
- SiteGround: as our hosting provider, including logging and security services.
These providers may process personal data on our behalf or according to their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.
4. How We Use Your Information
- Operating and improving the Sites.
- Responding to your inquiries and requests.
- Sending newsletters and updates when you subscribe.
- Managing bookings and consultations.
- Analyzing usage patterns and performance.
- Running occasional ads and measuring their performance.
- Protecting security, preventing abuse, and ensuring correct functionality.
- Complying with legal obligations.
5. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)
- Contract: responding to requests or providing services you ask for.
- Legitimate interests: analytics, site improvement, security, performance measurement.
- Consent: where required (cookies, newsletter signups, etc.).
- Legal obligations: compliance with applicable laws.
6. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information.
- With service providers who help operate the Sites.
- For legal, safety, or regulatory reasons.
- During business transfers, if applicable.
We do not “sell” or “share” personal information as defined under the California Consumer Privacy Act.
7. International Data Transfers
The Sites operate in the United States, and your information may be stored or processed in the U.S. By using the Sites, you consent to the transfer of your information to the U.S.
8. Data Retention
- Form submissions: kept indefinitely unless deletion is requested.
- Analytics data: retained according to Google Analytics / GA4 policies.
- Email signup data: kept until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
- Customer contact data: retained as needed for operations; no payment card data stored.
9. Your Rights
You may have rights including:
- Access, correction, deletion, restriction, objection, and portability.
- Withdrawal of consent when processing is based on consent.
If you are in the EEA, UK, or similar jurisdictions, you may also lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
California Residents
- Right to know, access, delete, correct, and non-discrimination.
- We do not “sell” or “share” personal information.
10. Security
We take reasonable measures to protect personal information, but no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure.
11. Children’s Privacy
The Sites are not directed to children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 (or 16 where applicable).
12. Third-Party Links
The Sites may include links to third-party websites. Their privacy policies apply to those sites, not ours.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The effective date at the top of this page will reflect the most recent version.
14. Contact Us
For any privacy-related questions or requests, contact:
Blue Dozen Design, LLC
Attn: James P. M. Gaffney
65 Merrimon Ave #1139
Asheville, NC 28801
United States
Email: bluedozendesign@gmail.com