Privacy Policy
Effective Date: November 4, 2026
Last Updated: November 4, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Carter Design ('we,' 'us,' or 'our') collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information when you visit our website at www.carterdesignco.com or communicate with us through our website.
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy to understand how your information may be collected and used.
By using our website, you acknowledge the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
What Information Do We Collect?
We may collect certain personal and technical information when you visit our website or communicate with us.
The information we may collect includes:
Name
Email address
Phone number, if provided
Information submitted through inquiries or other communications
IP address, browser type, device information, and browsing activity
Website usage information collected through cookies and similar technologies
How Do We Collect Your Information?
We may collect information in the following ways:
Information you provide directly to us
Information collected automatically when you visit our website
Information received from third-party services, where applicable
a. Information You Provide Directly
When you contact us by email, submit an inquiry, or otherwise communicate with us, you may provide personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, and details related to your inquiry.
We use this information to respond to your requests, communicate with you, and provide information about our design services.
b. Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, certain technical information may be collected automatically through Squarespace, our website hosting platform, and cookies or similar technologies.
This information may include your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and general website activity.
c. Information Collected from Third Parties
We may receive limited information from third-party service providers that support our website's functionality, analytics, security, or communications.
These services may collect and process information in accordance with their own privacy policies.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our website is hosted on Squarespace and uses cookies and similar technologies to support essential website functionality, maintain security, and understand website performance.
We use Squarespace's built-in cookie banner to provide visitors with information and available consent options regarding the use of cookies.
You can manage cookies through the options provided by our website's cookie banner, where applicable, or through your browser settings.
For additional information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
Do Not Track Requests
Some web browsers offer a 'Do Not Track' setting that allows users to express a preference regarding online tracking.
Our website may not respond to all browser-based Do Not Track signals. However, visitors can manage certain cookies through our website's cookie banner and their browser settings.
Why Do We Collect Your Information?
We may use the information we collect for the following purposes:
To respond to inquiries and communicate with prospective or existing clients
To provide information about our interior design services
To maintain and improve our website's functionality and performance
To analyze website traffic and visitor interactions
To maintain website security and prevent unauthorized activity
To comply with applicable legal obligations
We use personal information only for legitimate business purposes and in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
How Long Do We Retain Your Information?
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including responding to inquiries, maintaining business records, and complying with applicable legal obligations.
When personal information is no longer required, we will take reasonable steps to securely delete or anonymize it, where appropriate.
Sale or Sharing of Information
We do not sell personal information to third parties.
We may share limited information with trusted service providers, including Squarespace, that assist with website hosting, analytics, security, and other essential website operations.
These providers may process information on our behalf in accordance with their respective privacy practices and applicable agreements.
We may also disclose information when required by law or when reasonably necessary to protect our legal rights, property, or security.
Children's Privacy
Our website and services are not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under this age.
If you believe a child has provided us with personal information without appropriate consent, please contact us. We will take reasonable steps to review the request and delete the information as required by applicable law.
Security of Your Personal Information
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to help protect the personal information collected through our website.
Our website is hosted through Squarespace, which provides security features designed to protect website data and communications.
However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, or other external services.
We are not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of these third-party websites. We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of any external websites they access.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location and applicable privacy laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of information we maintain about you.
You may also have the right to object to or limit certain uses of your personal information.
To submit a privacy-related request, please contact us using the information provided below. We will review and respond to requests in accordance with applicable law.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our website, business practices, or applicable legal requirements.
Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised 'Last Updated' date. We encourage visitors to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or would like to submit a request regarding your personal information, please contact us using the information below.
Carter Design
New York Office
408 North Country Road
Saint James, New York 11780
Los Angeles Office
1920 Hillhurst, #506
Los Angeles, California 90027
Phone: 631.204.3304
Email: Inquiry@carterdesignco.com
Website: https://www.carterdesignco.com/