Privacy Policy and SMS Terms of Service

Effective Date: June 1, 2025
Last Updated: June 1, 2025

Advanced Fabrication Technology (AFT) (“us”, “we”, or “our”) operates the website aftmetal.com/ (the “Service”). This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data.

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Data

When using our Service, we may collect the following types of personal data:

    • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, address, ZIP code, city, state, or country.
    • Submitted Data: Any information you voluntarily submit through forms, surveys, or email correspondence.

1.2 Usage Data
We may collect information on how the Service is accessed and used, including:

    • Internet Protocol (IP) address
    • Browser type and version
    • Pages visited and time spent on the Service
    • Device identifiers and diagnostic data

1.3 Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies, including beacons, tags, and scripts, to improve and analyze our Service. You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Data

We use the collected data for the following purposes:

To provide and maintain our Service

To improve and analyze Service performance

To send marketing communications (with opt-out options)

To monitor and prevent fraud or security issues

3. Data Sharing & Third-Party Services

We do not sell or rent personal data to any third party or affiliate for marketing purposes.
However, we may share anonymized analytical data with:

Service Providers: For hosting, analytics, and customer support.

3.1 Google Analytics & Advertising

We use Google Analytics to track website performance. Data collected may be shared with Google’s advertising network. You can opt-out via Google’s opt-out tool.

3.2 “Do Not Sell or Share My Data” (California Residents)

California residents can opt out of personal data sharing for advertising.

3.2 SMS Terms of Service

SMS data is not shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes.

By opting into SMS from a web form or other medium, you agree to receive SMS messages from Advanced Fabrication Technology, Inc. This includes SMS messages for appointment scheduling, appointment reminders, post-visit instructions, lab notifications, and billing notifications. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. See privacy policy at www.aftmetal.com Message HELP for help. Reply STOP to any message to opt out.

4. Your Privacy Rights

4.1 Rights Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA)

California residents have the following rights:

    • Right to Know: Request disclosure of data collected.
    • Right to Delete: Request deletion of your data.
    • Right to Opt-Out: Decline data sale/sharing.
    • Right to Correct: Update inaccurate data.
    • Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Data.

To exercise these rights, contact us.

4.2 Rights Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

    • For residents of the European Economic Area (EEA):
    • You have rights to access, update, delete, or restrict processing of your data.
    • You may withdraw consent at any time.
    • For requests, contact us.

5. Data Retention & Security

  • Retention: We retain personal data for up to 1 year unless required by law.
  • Security: We implement industry-standard SSL encryption to protect personal data.

6. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under 18 years old. If a child has submitted personal data, please contact us for removal.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review this policy regularly.

For questions, contact us.