Privacy Policy

Who we are

This website is operated by G&S Machine Shop & Auto Repair (“G&S,” “we,” “us”), located at 604 Jean Mary Ave, Springdale, AR 72762. This policy explains privacy practices for www.gandsmachineshop.com.

Information we collect

Depending on how you use the site or contact us, we may process:

• Contact details you choose to share when you call, email, or otherwise reach out (such as name, phone number, email address, and vehicle or project details).
• Technical data collected automatically when you browse the site (such as approximate location derived from IP, browser type, device type, pages viewed, and referring URL).
• Interaction data related to calls-to-action on the site (for example, clicks on phone, email, or directions links), when analytics is active.

We do not operate online account registration or payment forms on this website.

How we use information

• To respond to inquiries and provide machining or auto repair services
• To operate, secure, and improve the website
• To understand how visitors use the site (analytics)
• To comply with legal obligations when required

Analytics

We use Google Analytics 4 (Measurement ID G-YYGGBDRXXB) to measure site traffic and selected engagement events such as phone, email, and directions clicks. Google may process data on our behalf according to Google’s terms and privacy policy.

Analytics helps us understand which pages and contact options are useful. It is not used to sell your personal information.

Maps & reviews

The site links to Google Maps for directions and may display Google Business Profile review information (rating, review count, and selected review content) through our hosting environment. Using those features may involve Google’s services and cookies.

Cookies

Cookies and similar technologies may be used for essential site operation and for analytics described above. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Blocking some cookies may limit analytics measurement but should not prevent you from calling, emailing, or viewing core shop content.

Sharing

We may share information with:

• Service providers who help host or operate the website (such as Netlify)
• Analytics and mapping providers (such as Google)
• Professional advisors or authorities when required by law

We do not sell personal information.

Security & retention

We use reasonable administrative and technical measures appropriate for a small business website. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure.

We retain inquiry-related information as needed to provide services and keep business records, and analytics data according to our analytics provider settings.

Your choices

• Contact us to ask questions about information you have shared with the shop
• Use browser controls to limit cookies or analytics where available
• Use Google’s tools and account settings related to ads/analytics personalization, where applicable

Children

This website is intended for adults seeking automotive and machining services. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Changes

We may update this policy from time to time. The effective date at the top of this page will be revised when changes are posted.

Contact

Questions about this privacy policy can be directed to: