Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which Gerlinger Steel & Supply Co. collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information collected from users of the https://gerlinger.com website (“Site”). This policy applies to the Site and all products and services offered by Gerlinger Steel & Supply Co.
Personal Identification Information
We may collect personal identification information from users in a variety of ways, including when users visit our Site, fill out a form, or engage in connection with other activities, services, features, or resources we make available on our Site. Users may be asked for, as appropriate, their name, email address, mailing address, and phone number. Users may, however, visit our Site anonymously. We will collect personal identification information only if users voluntarily submit such information to us. Users can always refuse to supply personal identification information, except that it may prevent them from engaging in certain Site-related activities.
Non-Personal Identification Information
We may collect non-personal identification information about users whenever they interact with our Site. This may include the browser name, the type of device, and technical information about a user’s means of connection to our Site, such as the operating system and Internet service provider utilized.
Web Browser Cookies
Our Site may use “cookies” to enhance user experience. A user’s web browser places cookies on their device for record-keeping purposes and sometimes to track information about them. Users may choose to set their web browser to refuse cookies or to alert them when cookies are being sent. If they do so, note that some parts of the Site may not function properly.
How We Use Collected Information
Gerlinger Steel & Supply Co. may collect and use personal information for the following purposes:
- To improve customer service. Information you provide helps us respond to your customer service requests and support needs more efficiently.
- To improve our Site. We may use feedback you provide to improve our products and services.
- To process inquiries and quote requests. We use the information users provide only to respond to and fulfill those requests. We do not share this information with outside parties except to the extent necessary to provide the service.
- To send communications. If you opt in to receive communications from us, we may use your email address to send updates, company news, or related information. Every communication will include instructions to unsubscribe, and you may also contact us at any time to be removed from our list.
How We Protect Your Information
We adopt appropriate data collection, storage, and processing practices and security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of your personal information and data stored on our Site.
Sharing Your Personal Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent users’ personal identification information to others. We may share generic aggregated demographic information — not linked to any personal identification information — with business partners or trusted affiliates for the purposes outlined above.
We may use third-party service providers to help us operate our business and the Site, such as analytics providers or email platforms. We may share your information with these third parties for those limited purposes only.
Third-Party Websites
Users may find links on our Site to third-party websites, including payment portals and partner services. We do not control the content or practices of those sites and are not responsible for their privacy policies. Browsing and interaction on any other website is subject to that website’s own terms and policies.
No Advertising
This Site does not display third-party advertising and does not use advertising networks or ad-tracking cookies.
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
California residents have the right to know what personal information we collect, to request deletion of their data, and to opt out of any sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
Gerlinger Steel & Supply Co. has the discretion to update this Privacy Policy at any time. We encourage users to check this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect the information we collect. Your continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes.
Your Acceptance of These Terms
By using this Site, you signify your acceptance of this policy. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use our Site.
Contacting Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your dealings with this Site, please contact us.