Last Updated: November 26, 2025
Introduction
Genz & Associates (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at https://www.genzassociates.com
By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We collect limited information to help improve your experience and maintain site functionality.
a. Information You Provide
- Name, email address, phone number, or other details you submit via contact forms or newsletter sign-ups.
b. Information Collected Automatically
- IP address (anonymized when possible)
- Browser type, device type, and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Referring website or search term
This information is collected using cookies, log files, and third-party analytics tools such as Google Analytics.If you upload images to the website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) included. Visitors to the website can download and extract any location data from images on the website.
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Operate and improve our website and services
- Respond to inquiries and communicate with parties making inquiries
- Analyze website usage and trends
- Prevent spam, fraud, or abuse
We do not sell or rent personal data, and we do not share data outside our organization except as necessary for website functionality.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share limited data only in the following situations:
- Service Providers: With trusted vendors (e.g., hosting providers, analytics platforms) who perform services on our behalf under confidentiality agreements.
- Legal Requirements: When disclosure is required by law or to protect our legal rights or safety.
We never sell personal data to advertisers or third parties.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience and analyze performance.
You may choose to block or delete cookies through your browser settings. Note that some parts of the site may not function properly if you disable cookies.
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On.
Data Retention
We retain information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. Analytics data may be retained according to Google’s data retention policies.
GDPR Compliance (For EU/EEA Visitors)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have specific rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
a. Lawful Basis for Processing
We process your personal data only when:
- You have given consent (e.g., by submitting a form),
- It is necessary to perform a contract or respond to your inquiry, or
- It serves our legitimate interests (e.g., improving website performance).
b. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Restrict or object to processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request a copy of your data in a portable format
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]
c. Data Transfers
If data is transferred outside the EEA (for example, to Google Analytics servers in the U.S.), we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place consistent with GDPR requirements.
Security
We use reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. However, no internet-based service can be guaranteed 100% secure.
Links to Other Websites
Our site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised “Last Updated” date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Genz & Associates
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.genzassociates.com
Address: 200 W. 6th Street, Suite 2650, Austin, TX 78701 USA