Privacy Policy for Horner and Sons Inc.
Last Updated: July 21, 2025
Horner and Sons Inc. ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, www.hornerandsons.com (the "Website"). Please read this policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Website.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in the following ways:
a. Information You Provide
We collect personal information you voluntarily provide when you:
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Fill out forms on our Website (e.g., contact forms, newsletter sign-ups, or account creation).
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Contact us via email, phone, or other communication methods.
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Make a purchase or request services through the Website.
This information may include:
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Mailing address
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Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
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Any other information you choose to provide
b. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our Website, we may automatically collect certain information through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies, including:
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Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
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Usage Information: Pages visited, time spent on the Website, referring URLs, and other browsing behavior.
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Location Information: General location data based on your IP address (not precise geolocation).
c. Third-Party Information
We may receive information about you from third parties, such as:
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Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand Website usage.
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Social media platforms if you interact with our Website through social media features.
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Business partners or service providers who assist in Website operations or marketing.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
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Provide, operate, and maintain the Website.
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Process and fulfill orders, requests, or services.
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Respond to your inquiries or provide customer support.
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Send you promotional communications, such as newsletters or offers (with your consent, where required).
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Improve our Website, products, or services through analytics and user feedback.
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Personalize your experience on the Website.
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Comply with legal obligations or protect our legal rights.
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Prevent fraud and ensure the security of the Website.
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or share your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
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Service Providers: With third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf, such as hosting, payment processing, or analytics (e.g., Google Analytics, payment gateways). These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.
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Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to a successor entity.
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Legal Requirements: If required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena, court order, or other legal process.
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Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or the public.
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SMS Consent is not shared with third parties or affiliates.
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4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze Website performance, and deliver personalized content. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Types of cookies we use include:
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Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Website to function properly.
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Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with the Website.
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Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements.
You may disable cookies, but this may affect the functionality of the Website.
5. Your Choices and Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
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Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
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Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information.
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Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
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Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing communications by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in emails or contacting us.
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Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used format.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at office@hornerandsons.com. We will respond within the timeframes required by applicable law.
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. When your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
8. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our Website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.
10. International Data Transfers
If you are located outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where our servers are located. By using our Website, you consent to this transfer.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our Website with a revised "Last Updated" date.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Horner and Sons Inc.
Mail: 27745 Highway 145, Madera CA 93638
Email: office@hornerandsons.com