Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to the website of Cjay Roughgarden and Element 26 (“we,” “our,” or “us”).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit this website, submit an inquiry, or interact with our content. By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

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2. Information We Collect

We may collect information you voluntarily provide, including:

* Name
* Email address
* Phone number
* Company or organization
* Project information submitted through our inquiry forms
* Any additional information you choose to include in your message

We also automatically collect certain information through cookies and analytics technologies, including:

* IP address
* Browser type
* Device information
* Pages visited
* Time spent on the website
* Referring websites
* General usage and interaction data

If you subscribe to our mailing list, we collect your email address and any information you choose to provide.

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3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

* Respond to inquiries and project requests
* Communicate regarding commissions, fabrication projects, collaborations, or services
* Improve our website and user experience
* Analyze website performance and visitor behavior
* Send occasional news, updates, or marketing emails if you have opted in
* Comply with applicable legal obligations

We do not sell your personal information.

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4. Email Communications

If you subscribe to our newsletter or mailing list, you may occasionally receive updates about new work, exhibitions, projects, or studio news.

You may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link included in every email.

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5. Analytics & Advertising

This website uses third-party analytics and advertising tools to better understand website traffic and improve visitor experience.

These may include:

* Google Analytics
* Google Search Console
* Meta (Facebook & Instagram) Pixel

These services may use cookies or similar technologies to collect information about how visitors interact with the website.

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or by visiting the privacy settings provided by these services.

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6. Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites function properly and improve user experience.

We use cookies to:

* Remember website preferences
* Measure website performance
* Understand visitor behavior
* Improve future content and functionality

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some website features may not function as intended.

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7. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party providers to operate portions of this website or business, including services for:

* Website hosting
* Contact forms
* Email marketing
* Analytics
* Advertising measurement

These providers process information according to their own privacy policies.

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8. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary to:

* Respond to inquiries
* Maintain business records
* Provide requested services
* Comply with legal obligations

When information is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized where practical.

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9. Your Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have certain privacy rights, including the right to:

* Request access to personal information we hold about you
* Request correction of inaccurate information
* Request deletion of your personal information
* Withdraw consent for marketing communications
* Request information regarding how your data is used

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

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10. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including the right to:

* Know what categories of personal information we collect
* Request access to personal information we maintain about you
* Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal exceptions
* Request correction of inaccurate personal information
* Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information, where applicable

We do not sell your personal information.

California residents may submit privacy requests using the contact information below.

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11. Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, no method of transmitting or storing information electronically is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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12. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to external websites, publications, social media platforms, or other third-party resources.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party websites.

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13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law.

The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page indicates when this policy was most recently revised.

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14. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or would like to exercise your privacy rights, please contact:

Cjay Roughgarden + Element 26

📧 [email protected]

Richmond, California, USA