# Privacy Policy

- Link: https://five-bricks.com/privacy-policy/
- Published: 2026-03-23T10:51:36+00:00
- Author: 5B\_DEV

# Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 30, 2026

# **1. Introduction**

Five Bricks (referred to as ‘we,’ ‘us,’ or ‘our’) is committed to protecting the
privacy of individuals who visit our website, contact us, or engage us for services.
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, who we 
share it with, and what rights you have regarding your personal data.

This policy applies to information collected through our website at five-bricks.
com, through direct communications such as email and phone, and through the delivery
of our services to clients. By using our website or engaging our services, you agree
to the practices described in this policy.

 

# **2. Information We Collect**

## **2.1 Information You Provide Directly**

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

 * Fill out a contact form or request a quote on our website
 * Send us an email or call us directly
 * Sign a proposal or service agreement
 * Communicate with us during the course of a project

This may include your name, business name, email address, phone number, business
address, and any project details or materials you share with us.

## **2.2 Information Collected Automatically**

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain technical data 
through cookies and analytics tools, including:

 * IP address and approximate geographic location
 * Browser type and version
 * Pages visited and time spent on each page
 * Referring website or search query that brought you to our site
 * Device type and operating system

This data is collected in aggregate to help us understand how visitors use our website
and improve our content and user experience.

## **2.3 Information from Third-Party Platforms**

In the course of delivering services, we may access data from third-party platforms
on your behalf, including Google Search Console, Google Analytics, Google Business
Profile, Meta Business Manager, and social media platforms. This access is used 
solely to deliver the services you have engaged us for and is governed by each platform’s
own terms and policies.

 

# **3. How We Use Your Information**

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

 * To respond to inquiries and provide quotes for services
 * To deliver the services outlined in your project agreement or retainer
 * To communicate project updates, deliverables, and reporting
 * To send invoices and process payments
 * To improve our website, services, and client experience
 * To comply with legal obligations
 * To protect the rights and interests of Five Bricks and our clients

We do not use your personal information for automated decision-making or profiling
purposes.

 

# **4. Legal Basis for Processing**

We process your personal data on the following legal bases:

 * Contract performance: Processing is necessary to deliver the services you have
   engaged us for
 * Legitimate interests: We have a legitimate interest in understanding how our 
   website is used and communicating with prospective clients
 * Legal obligation: We may process data where required by applicable law
 * Consent: Where you have provided explicit consent, such as subscribing to marketing
   communications

 

# **5. How We Share Your Information**

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may
share your data in the following limited circumstances:

## **5.1 Service Providers**

We may share information with trusted third-party vendors who assist in delivering
our services, such as hosting providers, payment processors, and project management
platforms. These parties are contractually obligated to protect your data and use
it only for the purposes we specify.

## **5.2 Subcontractors**

On occasion, Five Bricks may work with vetted freelance collaborators or subcontractors
on specific projects. Any such parties are bound by confidentiality agreements and
are not permitted to use client information for any purpose outside the project 
scope.

## **5.3 Legal Requirements**

We may disclose information if required to do so by law, regulation, court order,
or in response to a valid request from a government authority. We will notify you
of such requests where legally permitted to do so.

## **5.4 Business Transfers**

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of Five Bricks assets, client and
contact information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify
affected parties before any such transfer and provide the option to have data deleted
where applicable.

 

# **6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies**

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience
and gather analytics data. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when
you visit a website.

We use the following types of cookies:

 * Essential cookies: Required for the website to function properly and cannot be
   disabled
 * Analytics cookies: Used to understand how visitors interact with our site, typically
   via Google Analytics
 * Preference cookies: Used to remember your settings and preferences across visits

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling
certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website. On your first visit,
we may present a cookie consent banner where you can manage your preferences.

 

# **7. Data Retention**

We retain personal data for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes described
in this policy, or as required by law. Specifically:

 * Client records and project files are retained for a minimum of 5 years following
   the end of an engagement for legal and accounting purposes
 * Contact and inquiry records for prospective clients who did not proceed are retained
   for up to 2 years
 * Website analytics data is retained in accordance with the retention settings 
   of the analytics platforms we use, typically 26 months

When data is no longer required, we securely delete or anonymize it.

 

# **8. Data Security**

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal
information against unauthorized access, loss, alteration, or disclosure. These 
measures include:

 * Encrypted communication channels (HTTPS) for data transmitted through our website
 * Access controls limiting who within Five Bricks can view client data
 * Use of reputable, security-compliant third-party platforms for project management
   and communication
 * Regular review of our data handling practices

While we work diligently to protect your information, no method of transmission 
over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee
absolute security, and we encourage you to contact us immediately if you suspect
any unauthorized use of your information.

 

# **9. Your Rights**

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal
data:

 * Access: The right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
 * Correction: The right to request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete data
 * Deletion: The right to request that we delete your personal data, subject to 
   our legal obligations to retain certain records
 * Restriction: The right to request that we limit how we use your data in certain
   circumstances
 * Portability: The right to receive your data in a structured, commonly used format
 * Objection: The right to object to processing based on legitimate interests
 * Withdrawal of consent: Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw
   that consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@5b.studio. We will respond
to all requests within 30 days. We may ask you to verify your identity before processing
your request.

 

# **10. Children’s Privacy**

Our website and services are directed at businesses and professionals. We do not
knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 16. If 
we become aware that we have inadvertently collected data from a minor, we will 
take steps to delete it promptly. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal
information, please contact us at info@5b.studio.

 

# **11. Third-Party Websites and Links**

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, or
partner resources. This Privacy Policy applies only to Five Bricks and our website.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites and encourage
you to review their policies before submitting any personal information.

 

# **12. International Data Transfers**

Five Bricks is based in the United States. If you are accessing our website or services
from outside the US, please be aware that your information may be transferred to,
stored, and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ
from those in your country.

By using our website or engaging our services, you consent to this transfer. Where
required by applicable law, we take steps to ensure adequate protections are in 
place for any cross-border data transfers.

 

# **13. California Privacy Rights (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
we collect and how it is used, the right to delete your personal information, and
the right to opt out of the sale of personal information. Five Bricks does not sell
personal information. To exercise your California privacy rights, please contact
us at info@5b.studio.

 

# **14. Changes to This Privacy Policy**

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices,
legal requirements, or services. When we make material changes, we will update the
effective date at the top of this document and, where appropriate, notify active
clients directly.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of our website
or services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

 

# **15. Contact Us**

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

 

**Five Bricks**

Email: [info@five-bricks.com](https://five-bricks.com/privacy-policy/info@five-bricks.com)

Website: [five-bricks.com](http://five-bricks.com)

Chicago, Illinois, United States