Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

The NYC Interior Designer ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of every visitor who uses our website, tools, and services. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and the choices you have regarding your data.

By accessing or using thenycinteriordesigner.com (the "Site"), you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you fill out a contact form, request a free consultation, submit a job application, or otherwise communicate with us, you may provide:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Property address, neighborhood, or borough
• Project details (design type, property type, budget, timeline)
• Resume, portfolio, and professional information (for job applications)
• Any additional information you include in a message or form submission

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Site, we automatically collect certain technical information through cookies, server logs, and similar technologies, including:

• IP address and approximate geographic location
• Browser type, version, and language
• Device type, operating system, and screen resolution
• Referring URL, pages visited, time on page, and click behavior
• Date and time of each visit

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies (pixels, local storage) to improve the user experience, analyze Site traffic, and deliver relevant content. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but some features of the Site may not function properly without them.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to your inquiries and consultation requests
• Schedule design consultations and provide proposals
• Process job applications and communicate with applicants
• Provide personalized content, guides, and cost estimator results
• Analyze and improve the performance, security, and usability of the Site
• Send transactional communications related to your inquiry
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service
• Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, or technical issues

We do not sell your personal information. We do not use your information for automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal effects.

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with the following categories of third parties:

• Service Providers: We use third-party services for hosting (Vercel), database management (Supabase), analytics, and email delivery. These providers process data on our behalf and are contractually obligated to protect your information.
• Contractors & Vendors: For certain design and renovation projects, we may share relevant project details with trusted contractors, vendors, and trade partners. We only share information necessary to complete your project.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, subpoena, court order, or government request, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.
• Business Transfers: If The NYC Interior Designer is acquired, merged, or undergoes a reorganization, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Contact form submissions and consultation requests are retained for up to 24 months after your last interaction with us. Job applications are retained for 12 months. You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 7).

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including encrypted data transmission (TLS/SSL), secure database storage, access controls, and regular security audits. However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

7.1 All Users

• Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt out of marketing communications at any time
• Disable cookies through your browser settings

7.2 California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the CCPA/CPRA, including the right to know, delete, correct, and opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell your data. To exercise your rights, contact us at hello@thenycinteriordesigner.com or call (917) 473-2013. We will respond within 45 days.

7.3 European Economic Area Residents (GDPR)

If you are located in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland, you have rights under the GDPR including access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability, and the right to withdraw consent. Our legal basis for processing includes consent, legitimate interest, and contractual necessity.

8. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

9. Children's Privacy

The NYC Interior Designer is not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child under 18 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

10. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) setting. There is currently no industry standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals but may update this policy as standards evolve.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your data rights, or have a privacy concern, please contact us: