Who We Are
716 Co. (https://716co.com) is a web design and marketing company based in Sumter, South Carolina. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you interact with our website and services.
Information We Collect
- Form Submissions: When you request a quote, sign up for a newsletter, or contact us, we collect your name, email, phone, and business details.
- Comments: When visitors leave comments, we collect the data shown in the form along with the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string for spam detection.
- Cookies: We use cookies for login sessions, preferences, analytics, and spam protection.
- Media Uploads: If you upload images, avoid including embedded location data (EXIF GPS).
- Analytics: We use tools like Google Analytics to understand traffic and improve our site.
- Email Marketing: If you opt in, we may send you updates, promotions, or newsletters.
Embedded Content from Other Websites
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images, articles). Embedded content from other websites behaves the same as if you visited the other website. Those sites may collect data about you, use cookies, and track your interaction.
How We Use Your Information
- To respond to inquiries and provide requested services
- To send email updates or marketing (if you opted in)
- To analyze site performance and improve user experience
- To comply with legal requirements
Who We Share Your Data With
We don’t sell your information. Data may be shared with:
- Service providers (e.g., email platforms, analytics providers)
- Automated spam detection services (for comments and forms)
- Legal authorities if required by law
How Long We Retain Your Data
- Comments and metadata are retained indefinitely.
- Registered user data (if any) is stored in user profiles.
- Contact form submissions may be stored for customer service purposes but are not used for marketing unless you opted in.
Your Rights
You may request:
- An export of the personal data we hold about you
- Correction or deletion of your personal data (except where we are required to keep it)
- Removal from our marketing communications
Where Your Data Is Sent
- Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.
- Analytics data is processed by third-party tools such as Google Analytics and Mailchimp.
Contact Us
For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us at:
📧 hello@716co.com
📞 803-386-0380