Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 7, 2026

FDS Builders LLC operates this website and is committed to protecting the privacy of our visitors and clients. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, engage our services, or communicate with our team. By using our website or services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you fill out contact forms, request consultations, subscribe to communications, or engage our services. This information includes but is not limited to:

• Full name and preferred name
• Email address and phone number
• Company name, job title, and industry
• Business address and mailing address
• Project details, requirements, and communications you share with us
• Billing information and payment details when engaging our services
• Any other information you choose to provide during correspondence

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, certain information is collected automatically through cookies, server logs, and similar technologies. This includes:

• Internet Protocol (IP) address
• Browser type, version, and language settings
• Operating system and device type
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation paths
• Referring website and exit pages
• Date and time of access
• Clickstream data and interaction patterns

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and understand user behavior. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. We use the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly, including navigation and access to secure areas.
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous usage data.
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings to improve your experience on return visits.
• Performance Cookies: Collect aggregated data about website performance to help us optimize speed and usability.

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Providing, maintaining, and improving our technology consulting and systems design services
• Responding to inquiries, requests, and consultation scheduling
• Communicating with you about projects, proposals, invoices, and service updates
• Personalizing your experience and delivering content relevant to your interests
• Analyzing website usage to improve our content, navigation, and user experience
• Detecting, preventing, and addressing technical issues, fraud, or security concerns
• Complying with legal obligations and enforcing our terms and agreements
• Sending promotional communications, newsletters, and service announcements (with your consent where required)
• Conducting internal research, reporting, and business development activities
• Protecting the rights, property, and safety of our company, clients, and visitors

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

• Contract Performance: Processing necessary to fulfill our contractual obligations to you or to take steps at your request before entering into a contract.
• Legitimate Interests: Processing necessary for our legitimate business interests, provided those interests are not overridden by your rights and freedoms.
• Consent: Where you have given clear consent for us to process your personal information for a specific purpose.
• Legal Obligation: Processing necessary to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting business, or servicing you. These providers are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential and use it only for the purposes we specify. Examples include:

• Web hosting and infrastructure providers
• Email communication platforms
• Analytics and performance monitoring services
• Payment processing and billing systems
• Customer relationship management platforms

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, regulation, or legal process, or if we believe in good faith that such action is necessary to:

• Comply with a subpoena, court order, or governmental request
• Protect and defend our rights or property
• Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing in connection with our services
• Protect the personal safety of users or the public
• Protect against legal liability

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any change in ownership or use of your personal information.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to satisfy legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. The retention period depends on the nature of the information and the purpose of processing:

• Contact and inquiry data: Retained for up to 3 years from last communication
• Client project data: Retained for the duration of the engagement plus 7 years for legal and tax compliance
• Website analytics data: Retained in anonymized form for up to 26 months
• Marketing consent records: Retained until consent is withdrawn or for 3 years from last engagement

When personal information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with our data retention policies.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit using TLS/SSL protocols
• Encryption of sensitive data at rest
• Regular security assessments and vulnerability testing
• Access controls limiting data access to authorized personnel
• Multi-factor authentication for critical systems
• Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures
• Employee training on data protection and security practices
• Incident response protocols for potential data breaches

While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to promptly addressing any security incidents.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements.
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we use your personal information.
• Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your information to another organization in a structured format.
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on your consent.
• Right to Non-Discrimination: Not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided at the end of this policy. We will respond to your request within 30 days. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

8. International Data Transfers

Our operations are primarily based in the United States. If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and the use of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, plugins, or services that are not owned or controlled by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit. The inclusion of a link does not imply endorsement of the linked website.

10. Children Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 16, we will take steps to delete that information promptly. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 16, please contact us immediately.

11. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). These rights include:

• The right to know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, or sell
• The right to delete personal information we have collected from you
• The right to opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal information
• The right to correct inaccurate personal information
• The right to limit use and disclosure of sensitive personal information
• The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

We do not sell personal information as defined under the CCPA/CPRA. To exercise your California privacy rights, contact us at the information provided below.

12. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a Do Not Track feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. There is currently no uniform standard for how to respond to Do Not Track signals. Our website does not currently respond to Do Not Track browser signals, but we will update this policy if a standard is established.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will update the Last Updated date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, provide additional notice. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: