Last updated: May 2, 2025
1. Introduction
Metal Building Company (“we,” “our,” or “us“) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us when you visit metalbuildingcompany.com (the “Site“) or contact us by email. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your choices regarding that information. By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We collect only the minimum information necessary to respond to inquiries and improve our Site:
- Information You Provide Voluntarily
• **Email Inquiries & Quote Requests **—When you email us or complete a contact/quote form, we collect the information you choose to provide, such as your name, email address, phone number, company name, and project details. - Information We Collect Automatically
• **Google Analytics Data **—When you browse our Site, Google Analytics automatically collects non‑identifying technical data (e.g., browser type, pages visited, time on page, referring site, and approximate geolocation). This information is aggregated and does not personally identify you.
We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal information (e.g., Social Security numbers, credit card data) through the Site.
3. How We Use Your Information
| Purpose | Legal/Business Basis |
|---|---|
| Respond to your inquiries, quotes, or service requests | Our legitimate interest in operating our business and fulfilling your requests |
| Improve and optimize Site performance | Our legitimate interest in enhancing Site functionality and user experience |
| Perform analytics via Google Analytics | Consent (where required) and our legitimate interest in understanding website traffic |
We do not sell, rent, or trade your information to third parties for their marketing purposes.
4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Google Analytics sets first‑party cookies to gather usage statistics. You may disable cookies in your browser or install the Google Analytics Opt‑out Browser Add‑on (https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout) to prevent your data from being used by Google Analytics. Disabling cookies may affect Site functionality.
5. Email Communications
If you email us directly, we will use the information you provide only to respond to your request. We may retain your email for our records and to improve customer service. We will not add you to marketing mailing lists without your explicit consent.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy (typically until your inquiry is resolved) or as required by law.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect the information we hold. However, no Internet or email transmission is ever fully secure or error‑free.
8. Your Privacy Choices & Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict the processing of your personal information. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 10.
9. Third‑Party Links
Our Site may contain links to external sites we do not operate. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites.
10. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Mail: Kristi Linn, Metal Building Company, 9957 Medford Ave., Bldg. 14A Oakland, CA 94603, USA
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Policy from time to time. Changes become effective when posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date. Please review this Policy periodically.
