Privacy Policy
Effective Date: October 19, 2025
Website: theprojectbench.online
Entity: The Project Bench Maine
Contact:
π§ contactus@theprojectbench.onlineΒ | mlind@theprojectbench.online | theprojectbenchmaine@contractor.net
π 207-464-4411
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how The Project Bench Maine ("we", "our", "us") collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your information when you visit or use our website theprojectbench.online ("Site").
By using our Site, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information that you provide directly to us and information automatically collected when you use our Site.
a. Information You Provide
We may collect the following information directly from you:
Name and contact details (such as email address or phone number)
Payment details when purchasing services (processed securely via PayPal, Venmo, or CashApp)
Information submitted via appointment forms, email, or other communication methods
b. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect:
IP address and browser type
Device and operating system information
Pages visited and time spent on our Site
Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 6)
This data helps us improve user experience and maintain website functionality.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
Provide and manage our services
Process payments securely
Communicate with you, including for customer support or service updates
Improve, personalize, and maintain our Site
Comply with applicable laws and regulations
We do not sell or rent personal data to third parties.
4. Payment Processing
We use third-party payment processors such as PayPal, Venmo, and CashApp to handle financial transactions.
These services collect and process your payment information directly, in accordance with their own privacy policies.
We do not store or have access to full credit card or payment account details.
5. Disclosure of Information
We may share information in the following limited circumstances:
Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who assist in website hosting, analytics, or communication.
Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or legal process.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
We take reasonable measures to ensure any shared information remains protected.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Site may use cookies and similar technologies to:
Analyze traffic and improve site performance
Remember user preferences
Facilitate secure transactions
You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect site functionality.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, or enforce agreements.
8. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights:
Access to your personal data
Correction of inaccurate information
Request for deletion of your data
Restriction or objection to processing
Data portability
To exercise these rights, contact us at contactus@theprojectbench.online.
9. Security of Your Information
We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
While we strive to protect your data, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to external websites. Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of such sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
11. Children's Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us to have it removed.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect legal or operational changes.
Any updates will be posted on this page, and the revised version will take effect immediately upon posting.
13. Contact Us
For questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, contact us:
The Project Bench Maine
π§ contactus@theprojectbench.online
π§ mlind@theprojectbench.online
π 207-464-4411