Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how CommercialRestroomDesign.com (“the Site,” “we,” “us”) collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards information when users access technical research content related to commercial restroom design, architectural plumbing systems, and commercial faucet technologies used across the global AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Facilities Management) industry.
This Site functions strictly as a technical research and educational hub. It is not intended to operate as an e-commerce, lead-selling, or direct marketing platform. However, limited data processing may still occur for security, analytics, editorial operations, and platform integrity.
Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Scope and Definitions
Cookies and Similar Technologies
Contact Information
This Privacy Policy explains how CommercialRestroomDesign.com (“the Site,” “we,” “us”) collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards information when users access technical research content related to commercial restroom design, architectural plumbing systems, and commercial faucet technologies used across the global AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Facilities Management) industry.
This Site functions strictly as a technical research and educational hub. It is not intended to operate as an e-commerce, lead-selling, or direct marketing platform. However, limited data processing may still occur for security, analytics, editorial operations, and platform integrity.
Privacy Policy
Last Updated:
2026-01-30
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Scope and Definitions
Scope
This Privacy Policy applies to information collected when you:
Visit or interact with the Site
Subscribe to updates or submit inquiries
Communicate with us regarding technical content
Interact with cookies, scripts, analytics tags, or security monitoring systems
Definitions (AEC-Relevant Context)
Personal Information
Personal Information refers to data that identifies or can reasonably be linked to an individual or household, as defined by applicable privacy laws.
Technical Interaction Data
Technical Interaction Data refers to web telemetry such as IP address, HTTP headers, browser type, user-agent strings, device attributes, and event timestamps, typically used for diagnostics and security.
Project-Context Metadata
Project-Context Metadata refers to optional technical information you may voluntarily provide, such as fixture flow rates, occupancy classifications, compliance constraints, or system performance considerations. This information is not required to browse the Site.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Voluntarily
We may collect information you choose to submit, including:
Name, email address, organization, and professional role (e.g., architect, specifier, MEP engineer, facility manager)
Message content submitted through contact or inquiry forms
Subscription preferences, if applicable
Technical questions referencing plumbing systems, faucet activation methods, flow control, or compliance considerations
Automatically Collected Information
When accessing the Site, we may automatically collect:
IP address
Browser type and operating system
Device identifiers and language settings
Referring and exit URLs
Pages viewed, interaction events, and session duration
Approximate geographic location derived from IP address (city or regional level only)
Cookies and Similar Technologies
Cookies and similar technologies may be used to:
Maintain core site functionality
Measure aggregated usage patterns
Improve editorial structure and navigation
Detect abusive traffic or automated scraping
For reference, industry manufacturers describe similar cookie usage in their privacy disclosures, such as:
How Information Is Used
Editorial and Operational Purposes
Information may be used to:
Publish and maintain technical research content
Respond to technical inquiries or clarifications
Improve information architecture and content taxonomy
Diagnose rendering, performance, or accessibility issues
Analytics and Measurement
Aggregated analytics may be used to understand:
Topic interest trends (e.g., sensor vs. metering faucets, low-flow compliance tradeoffs)
Navigation patterns across long-form technical content
Page performance and load behavior
Google describes how Google Analytics processes interaction data and the controls available to users:
Google Analytics Data Collection Overview
Google also outlines disclosure requirements for analytics usage:
Google Analytics Disclosure Requirements
Security and Abuse Prevention
Technical data may be used to:
Detect malicious or automated traffic
Prevent scraping of proprietary research content
Protect the integrity of the Site and its users
What We Do Not Do
No Sale of Personal Information
This Site does not operate as a data brokerage or lead-selling platform. Personal information is not collected for resale or commercial profiling.
No Intentional Collection of Sensitive Data
We do not request or require sensitive personal data such as government identifiers, biometric data, or precise location information.
Sharing and Disclosure
Service Providers
We may share information with service providers that support hosting, analytics, email delivery, or security monitoring. These providers are contractually limited to processing data solely for operational purposes.
Legal and Compliance Obligations
Information may be disclosed if required to comply with applicable law, legal process, or governmental requests.
Business Transfers
If ownership or control of the Site changes, information may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to applicable privacy laws.
External Links and Industry References
Manufacturer and Brand References
This Site may reference global manufacturers and brands relevant to commercial restroom design and plumbing systems, including but not limited to Kohler, GROHE, American Standard (LIXIL), FontanaShowers, BathSelect, and JunoShowers.
When you follow external links, you are subject to the privacy policies of those third-party sites, such as:
American Standard Privacy Policy
Third-Party Independence
Linked sites operate independently. JunoShowers, for example, notes that external sites maintain their own privacy practices:
Cookies, Consent, and Controls
Cookie Management
You may manage cookies through browser settings or consent tools where applicable.
Analytics Opt-Out
Google provides an opt-out browser add-on for Analytics tracking:
Data Retention
Retention Principles
Data is retained only as long as necessary for:
Security and abuse prevention
Aggregated analytics and reporting
Responding to inquiries
Legal and compliance obligations
Operational Note
Server logs and telemetry are typically rotated or anonymized over time. Certain records may be retained for integrity or legal defense purposes.
Data Security
Safeguards
We apply reasonable administrative and technical safeguards, including:
HTTPS/TLS encryption
Restricted administrative access
Routine platform maintenance and updates
Limitations
No system can guarantee absolute security. Use of the Site is at your own risk.
Your Privacy Rights
California Privacy Rights
California residents may have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), as described by the California Attorney General:
California Consumer Privacy Act Overview
Depending on applicability, rights may include access, deletion, correction, and opt-out of certain data uses.
GDPR and UK GDPR
Transparency and lawful processing are core principles under GDPR, including Article 12:
GDPR Article 12 – Transparent Information
Where applicable, users may have rights to access, rectification, erasure, restriction, objection, and data portability.
Philippines Data Privacy Act
The National Privacy Commission outlines principles under the Data Privacy Act of 2012:
Philippines Data Privacy Act of 2012
International Data Processing
Cross-Border Transfers
Information may be processed in jurisdictions outside your country of residence. Appropriate safeguards are applied where required by law.
Children’s Privacy
Age Limitation
This Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Policy
Policy Updates
This Privacy Policy may be updated as the Site evolves. The “Last Updated” date will reflect the most recent revision.
Technical Appendix (AEC Context)
Technical Appendix (AEC Context)
Why Research Sites Still Process Data
Why Research Sites Still Process Data
Even non-commercial technical publishing platforms must process limited telemetry to manage security risks, optimize performance, and improve technical documentation usability.
Contact Information
Privacy Inquiries
Email: info@commercialrestroomdesign.com
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Industry Privacy Norms (Reference Only)
For comparison, review manufacturer privacy disclosures:
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