Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 28, 2026

1. Who We Are

The Domain Forge ("we," "us") operates thedomainforge.com and builds websites for small businesses. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

2. Information We Collect

From site visitors:

• Basic analytics data (pages visited, browser type, device type, referral source) via privacy-respecting analytics.
• Information you voluntarily submit through contact forms (name, email, phone, business name).

From clients:

• Business name, owner name, contact information (phone, email, address).
• Business content (photos, text, logos, menus) provided for website creation.
• Payment information processed securely through third-party payment processors.

3. How We Use Your Information

• To provide and improve our web design and hosting services.
• To communicate with you about your project, billing, and support.
• To respond to inquiries submitted through our website.
• To improve our website and services based on analytics.

4. We Do Not Sell Your Data

We will never sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. Period.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use the following third-party services:

• Vercel — website hosting (subject to Vercel's privacy policy).
• FormSubmit.co — form submission processing.
• Stripe — payment processing (we never store your credit card information).
• NameSilo — domain registration.

6. Cookies

Our website uses minimal cookies necessary for basic functionality. We do not use tracking cookies, advertising cookies, or third-party marketing cookies. If we add analytics in the future, we will use privacy-respecting solutions that don't require cookie consent.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information, including:

• SSL encryption on all our websites.
• Secure hosting with enterprise-grade infrastructure.
• Limited access to client data on a need-to-know basis.

8. Data Retention

We retain client information for the duration of the business relationship and for up to 12 months after service termination for record-keeping purposes. You may request deletion of your data at any time.

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate information.
• Request deletion of your data.
• Opt out of any marketing communications.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed at individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

12. Contact Us

Questions or concerns about your privacy? Contact us at contact@thedomainforge.com or call (937) 863-9724.