Effective Date: July 30, 2025


At DesignStart.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”), operated by Digital Vibes LLC in Portland, Oregon, your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website, use our services, or contact us.


Information We Collect


We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as your name, email address, phone number, and project details when you:


    Fill out our contact form


    Request a quote


    Sign up for our newsletter or updates


    Communicate with us directly


We may also collect non-personal information automatically, such as:


    Your IP address


    Browser type and version


    Pages you visit on our site


    Time and date of your visit


    Referring website


How We Use Your Information


We use the information we collect to:


     Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support


    Deliver our web design and related services


    Send you updates, newsletters, or promotional materials (only if you opt in)


    Improve our website, services, and user experience


    Comply with legal obligations


How We Protect Your Information


We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from loss, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.


Cookies


Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze website usage, and improve our services. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.


Sharing Your Information


We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with trusted service providers who help us operate our website or deliver our services, but only as necessary and with strict confidentiality agreements. We may also disclose your information if required by law.


Links to Other Websites


Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party websites.


Your Rights Under GDPR and CCPA


If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the right to:


    Access, correct, or delete your personal data
    Object to or restrict processing
    Request data portability
    Withdraw consent at any time


If you are a California resident, you have the right to:


    Request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information we collect
     Request deletion of your personal information
     Opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data)
     Not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights
To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@designstart.com.


Data Retention and Deletion


We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described above, or as required by law. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us at support@designstart.com.


Children’s Privacy


Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us so we can remove it.


Changes to This Policy


We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.Contact UsIf you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at  support@designstart.com.

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