Privacy Policy
Information We Collect
Threshold collects and stores limited personal information to provide and improve our services:
- Email addresses: When you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address. This information is stored securely in Google Sheets and used exclusively for sending educational updates and resources related to architecture and landscape architecture career development.
- Usage data: We collect basic information about how you interact with our website, including pages visited, time spent on pages, and general browser information. This helps us understand which resources are most valuable to our users.
- Cookies: We use cookies to track your consent preferences and to maintain your browsing session. We do not use cookies to track personal behavior across the web.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To send you newsletter updates, new guides, and educational resources you have subscribed to
- To analyze website traffic and understand how users engage with our content
- To improve and optimize Threshold based on user behavior and feedback
- To ensure the security and proper functioning of our website
- To comply with legal obligations
We will never use your information for purposes other than those stated in this policy without your explicit consent.
Cookies and Tracking
Threshold uses cookies for two primary purposes:
- Consent tracking: We use a cookie to remember that you have acknowledged our cookie notice, so we do not repeatedly display the banner.
- Analytics: We use Google Analytics to collect anonymous data about website usage. This includes information such as pages viewed, session duration, and referral sources. Google Analytics uses cookies to track this information. You can learn more about how Google Analytics works and how to opt out by visiting Google's privacy policy.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, blocking cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.
Data Storage and Security
We take the security of your information seriously. Email addresses collected through newsletter subscriptions are stored in Google Sheets with restricted access. We use industry-standard security practices to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
We retain your email address as long as you remain subscribed to our newsletter. You may unsubscribe at any time by contacting us directly or using an unsubscribe mechanism in our emails.
Third-Party Services
Threshold uses the following third-party services:
- Google Sheets: We use Google Sheets to store email addresses for newsletter subscribers. Google's privacy policy governs how they handle this data.
- Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user engagement. Google Analytics may collect and process data according to their privacy policy.
- External links: Our website may contain links to third-party websites and resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
We do not sell, rent, share, or trade your personal information with any third parties for marketing purposes or any other reason, except as required by law or with your explicit consent.
Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: You have the right to request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: You have the right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal obligations.
- Unsubscribe: You have the right to unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time by contacting us at seth@thresholdarch.com or clicking the unsubscribe link in any newsletter email.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at seth@thresholdarch.com with a clear description of your request.
Children's Privacy
Threshold is designed as an educational resource for architecture and landscape architecture students, including those under 18 years of age. We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take immediate steps to delete such information. Parents or guardians who believe we have collected information from a child under 13 should contact us immediately at seth@thresholdarch.com.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website, with an updated "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of Threshold following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to remain informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your personal information, or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Looperworks LLC
Email: seth@thresholdarch.com
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the State of Maryland. Any disputes arising from this policy shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Maryland.