Privacy Policy

Introduction

GE Waddick LLC operates the website located at gewaddick.mom and provides computer systems design and related services to organizations nationwide. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information that identifies or could reasonably be used to identify individuals who interact with our company, whether through our website, professional services, or direct communications.

We are committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal data. This policy complies with applicable data protection laws including the California Consumer Privacy Act, the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act, the Colorado Privacy Act, and other applicable state and federal regulations. By using our website or engaging our services, you acknowledge the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

When you fill out a contact form, request a consultation, subscribe to communications, or engage our professional services, we may collect the following categories of personal information:

• Full legal name and preferred name
• Email address and telephone number
• Company or organization name, job title, and department
• Business mailing address
• Project descriptions, technical requirements, and scope details you share voluntarily
• Communication preferences and correspondence history
• Budget range and timeline information provided during consultation
• Billing information and payment details processed through secure third-party providers

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, certain information is collected automatically through cookies, server logs, and similar technologies:

• Internet Protocol address and approximate geographic region
• Browser type, version, and language preferences
• Operating system and device type
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation paths
• Referring URL and search terms that led you to our site
• Date and time of access
• Scroll depth and interaction patterns

Information from Third Parties

We may receive limited business contact information from business development partners, industry conference organizers, professional networking platforms, and publicly available business directories. This information is typically restricted to professional email addresses, job titles, and organizational affiliations.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for the following legitimate business purposes:

• Responding to inquiries and scheduling consultations
• Delivering professional services as outlined in engagement agreements
• Sending service-related communications, project updates, and technical notifications
• Improving website functionality, content relevance, and user experience
• Analyzing site traffic and engagement patterns for optimization
• Conducting internal analytics to improve service delivery quality
• Complying with legal obligations, regulatory requirements, and professional standards
• Detecting and preventing fraud, unauthorized access, or security incidents
• Administering contracts, invoicing, and payment processing
• Sending occasional company updates, industry insights, or service announcements only with your explicit consent

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses first-party cookies and similar technologies to ensure core functionality and analyze site performance. These include:

• Strictly necessary cookies: Required for basic site functionality, security, and session management. These cannot be disabled.
• Performance and analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting aggregated, anonymous information about page views, traffic sources, and navigation patterns.

We do not use third-party advertising cookies, cross-site tracking pixels, or social media tracking plugins. You may control cookie preferences through your browser settings, though disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

GE Waddick LLC does not sell personal information to third parties. We do not rent, trade, or otherwise share identifiable personal data for marketing purposes. We may disclose information in the following limited circumstances:

• Service providers: Trusted third parties who perform services on our behalf, such as cloud hosting, email delivery, payment processing, and customer relationship management. These providers are contractually bound to use information only for the specific services they provide.
• Legal requirements: When disclosure is necessary to comply with applicable law, regulation, legal process, or enforceable governmental request.
• Protection of rights: When we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of our company, our clients, or the public.
• Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, subject to the commitments made in this Privacy Policy.
• With your consent: When you have provided explicit consent for a specific disclosure.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, satisfy legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Specific retention periods depend on the nature of the information and the context of the collection:

• Inquiry and consultation records: retained for three years from last engagement
• Active client project data: retained for the duration of the engagement plus seven years
• Financial and billing records: retained for seven years to comply with tax and accounting requirements
• Website analytics data: aggregated and anonymized after 26 months
• Marketing communication records: retained until consent is withdrawn or opt-out is received

Data Security

We implement industry-standard administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit using TLS 1.2 and higher protocols
• Encryption of sensitive data at rest using AES-256 standards
• Role-based access controls limiting data access to authorized personnel
• Multi-factor authentication for all systems handling personal data
• Regular security assessments, vulnerability scanning, and penetration testing
• Employee training on data protection and information security protocols
• Documented incident response procedures for potential security events
• Secure disposal and destruction methods for data no longer needed

No method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially reasonable means to protect personal data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

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

• Access: Request confirmation of whether we process your personal data and obtain a copy of that data.
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
• Deletion: Request deletion of personal information, subject to legal retention requirements.
• Portability: Request a structured, commonly used, machine-readable copy of your data.
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time using the link in each email or by contacting us directly.
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances.
• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at team@gewaddick.mom or by mail at the address listed below. We will respond within 30 days and may require identity verification before processing your request.

International Data Transfers

GE Waddick LLC is based in the United States and processes data within the United States. If you are accessing our website or providing information from outside the United States, please be aware that your data will be transferred to and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction. By providing personal information, you consent to this transfer.

Children Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected data from a minor, we will take prompt steps to delete that information.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites operated by third parties. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

California Privacy Rights

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act and California Privacy Rights Act, California residents have specific rights regarding their personal information, including the right to know what data is collected, the right to delete personal information, the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information, and the right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights. GE Waddick LLC does not sell personal information as defined under the CCPA.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or business operations. When we make material changes, we will update the date at the bottom of this page and, where appropriate, provide notice through our website or by email. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Last updated: July 7, 2026