Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 1, 2026

Introduction

The Web Design Association ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website webdesignassn.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website and free tools.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

  • Contact form submissions: When you use our contact form, we collect your name, email address, and message content.
  • Project brief generator: When you use our project brief tool, we collect the information you enter (business details, project requirements, budget, and contact information). This data is used solely to generate your PDF brief.

Information Collected Automatically

  • Analytics data: We use Google Analytics 4 to collect anonymized usage data including pages visited, time on site, device type, and general geographic location. This helps us improve our tools and content.
  • Cookies: We use essential cookies for site functionality and analytics cookies through Google Analytics. Your browser settings allow you to control or disable cookies.
  • Local storage: Our website launch checklistsaves your progress in your browser's local storage. This data stays on your device and is never sent to our servers.

How We Use Your Information

  • To respond to your contact form inquiries
  • To generate your website project brief PDF
  • To optionally share your project brief with our recommended partner, CalTech Web, if you explicitly opt in
  • To analyze site usage and improve our tools and content

Data Sharing

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

  • With your consent: If you opt in to share your project brief with CalTech Web for a free quote
  • Service providers: We use Cloudflare (spam protection) and Google (analytics) to operate our site
  • Legal requirements: If required by law, regulation, or legal process

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including HTTPS encryption, security headers, and spam protection on all forms. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

Third-Party Services

Our website uses the following third-party services:

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction or deletion of your personal data
  • Opt out of analytics tracking by using browser privacy settings or ad blockers
  • Withdraw consent for data sharing at any time

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us or email us at hello@caltechweb.com.