Privacy Policy

Effective date: March 5, 2026

Civic IQ (“we,” “us,” “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect through https://civiciq.consulting (the “Site”), how we use it, and your choices.

1) Information we collect

We collect information in the following ways:

A. Information you provide

When you submit a form on our Site (for example, through our contact form), you may provide information such as:

• name
• email address
• organization (if provided)
• message or details you choose to share

B. Automatically collected information

Like most websites, we receive certain information automatically when you visit the Site, such as:

• pages you view and time spent
• approximate location (based on IP address)
• browser type and device information
• referring/exit pages

This information is typically collected via analytics and embedded services (see “Third‑party services” below).

2) How we use information

We use information to:

• respond to inquiries and communicate with you
• improve and maintain the Site
• understand how visitors use the Site (analytics)
• (in the future) send newsletters or updates if you choose to subscribe

We do not sell personal information.

3) Third‑party services

We use third‑party services that may process data on our behalf:

A. HubSpot (forms)

We use HubSpot to embed and process web forms. When you submit a form, the information you provide may be stored in HubSpot so we can respond and manage communications.

B. Google Analytics (GA4)

We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors use the Site. Google Analytics may use cookies or similar technologies to collect usage data.

4) Cookies and tracking

We currently use cookies or similar technologies primarily for:

• basic site functionality of embedded services (e.g., HubSpot forms)
• analytics (GA4)

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may impact form or site behavior.

5) Email communications

If you contact us, we may reply by email.

If you later subscribe to a newsletter or marketing updates, you can opt out at any time using the unsubscribe link in those emails (when applicable) or by contacting us at the email below.

6) Data sharing

We share information only as needed to:

• operate the Site and embedded services (e.g., HubSpot, analytics providers)
• comply with law or protect our rights

7) Data retention

We retain information for as long as needed to:

• respond to you
• maintain records of communications
• meet legal, accounting, or operational requirements

If you’d like us to delete your information, contact us (see “Contact” below). Some information may be retained where required or permitted by law.

8) Security

We take reasonable steps to protect information, but no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

9) Children’s privacy

The Site is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

10) Your choices and rights

Depending on where you live, you may have rights to request access, correction, or deletion of your personal information.

To request changes or deletion, contact us at the email below.

11) Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The “Effective date” above will reflect the latest version.

12) Contact

For privacy questions or requests, contact:

Civic IQ
Email: carl@civiciq.consulting