Privacy Policy

We care about privacy, and hope you do too! That's why we want you to know that ApBricks.com is hosted through Google's Google Sites service and, as a result, uses Google's services to manage and store website data. This privacy policy outlines how we handle user data and informs you about the data processing practices of our website. 

Google's Privacy Policy can be found at https://policies.google.com/privacy, and their cookie policy can be found at https://policies.google.com/technologies/cookies. These are also linked throughout this policy where relevant.

Data Collection and Processing 

Usage data: Google Sites may collect usage data, such as page views, clicks, and other interactions with our website. This data is stored and retained according to Google's data retention policy, which can be found at https://policies.google.com/technologies/retention. User data and event data are stored for 14 Months within Google Analytics for ApBricks' Purposes.

Google Analytics: This website uses Google Analytics, a service provided by Google and integrated through Google Sites. This allows ApBrick's to track things such as location data, device information, page views, click-throughs, and general interactions with the website so we can better determine how users interact with ApBricks.com. Google Analytics does not store or log individual IP addresses. More information about IP addresses and Google Analytics can be found at https://support.google.com/analytics/answer/12017362.

Cookies: This site uses cookies from Google to deliver its services and to analyze traffic. Information about your use of this site is shared with Google. Please note that Google processes and controls the data collected through Google Sites. We encourage you to review Google's Privacy Policy and Terms of Service to better understand how Google uses and handles your user data.

Data Sharing and Protection: As a result of Google Sites and Google Analytics being Google-provided services, we do not have direct control over the data processing practices of Google. Where applicable, with Google's policy, Google may share data with third-party service providers or law enforcement agencies, or other entities as outlined in their Privacy Policy. 

User Rights and Choices 

To exercise your data protection rights or opt out of certain data collection practices, you can:

In Browser Cookies Opt-Out: Where applicable, Google Sites provides an opt-out button for Google Analytics Cookies as determined and provided by Google.

Adjust your Google account settings: If you have a Google account, you can manage your data sharing preferences within your Google Account Settings.

Use browser settings: Many browsers allow at least some control over how most cookies are used within the browser. Depending on the browser, this allows users to delete cookies and set preferences on cookie acceptance, including what cookies are accepted. https://allaboutcookies.org/ is a great resource to learn more about web based cookies.

Google Analytics Opt Out: Tools exist to opt out of being tracked by Google Analytics across all websites, including a tool built and provided by Google, which can be found at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

Changes to this Policy: This privacy policy may be changed or updated from time to time to reflect changes to our website or applicable laws. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Similarly, Google's policies may also be subject to change as prescribed by Google's policies, and as such, where applicable, users are suggested to review the relevant Google Policies periodically for change, as this website is provided through Google Services.