Privacy Policy
October 2013
At Smurk Media (“we”, “our”, or “us”), your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.smurkmedia.com, or interact with our services, including digital marketing, website development, SEO, email campaign management and automation tools.
By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
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Fill out a contact form
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Sign up for our newsletter or lead magnets
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Book a consultation or service
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Interact with our website, email campaigns, or digital ads
This may include:
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Full name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Business name and website
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IP address and browser details
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Other personally identifiable information
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
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Respond to inquiries and provide services
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Improve our website, marketing strategies, and customer experience
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Send newsletters, updates, and promotional materials (you can opt-out at any time)
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Analyze website performance using analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)
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Maintain internal records and project communications
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Smurk Media uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience. These cookies may:
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Store your preferences for future visits
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Collect anonymous traffic data for analytics
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Assist with advertising and retargeting campaigns
You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings, but note that some features of the site may not function properly.
4. Third-Party Services
We may share limited data with trusted third-party platforms necessary for business operations, such as:
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Email marketing software (e.g., Mailchimp, ConvertKit)
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Web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)
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CRM and project management tools (e.g., Slack, Trello)
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Payment processors (e.g., PayPal)
These third parties are obligated to protect your data in accordance with their own privacy policies.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal data. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
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Request access to the personal data we hold
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Request correction or deletion of your data
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Withdraw consent for marketing communications
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Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority
You can exercise these rights by contacting us at hello@smurkmedia.com.
7. Children’s Privacy
Smurk Media does not knowingly collect data from children under the age of 13. If you believe we have collected such data, please contact us immediately for removal.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a new “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:
Smurk Media
Email: legal@smurkmedia.com
Website: www.smurkmedia.com