Privacy
Hometown Sheds Privacy Policy and Terms of Use
Last updated 5/2/25
This policy is to inform you of the type of personal information the site collects and how it is processed and used, per US/EU Privacy Guidelines.
About Hometown Sheds
Hometown Sheds corporate office is located in Burlington, North Carolina. Their website promotes and sells their products and provides content for informational and entertainment purposes.
This website collects anonymous data about site visitors for statistical analytic purposes. Visiting this website constitutes agreement to the Terms of Use set forth here.
Anonymous Information Collected
An IP address is an anonymous bit of data left by all site visitors (both human and bots). It is tracked by the following entities for better security, content creation, and marketing purposes.
Your browser may also send response headers with generic/anonymized information about the type of browser, computer/device, and ISP you are using, and your location by country only.
The privacy policy of each entity that collects this information is linked below, if you would like more info about them.
- Google Analytics– so we can discover the type of content you find most helpful and create more of it. (Note: Google does not have access to this data.)
- Facebook Pixel Tracking– so we can retarget ads to like-minded site owners on that social platform. (Not your email, just anonymous IPs)
- NameHero Hosting– kept in the server logs so the host can identify and stop bad bot attacks.
- Cloudflare– so the CDN can identify and stop bad bot attacks.
- YouTube– if you view a YouTube embedded video on the site, the IP info is sent to YouTube to record that the video has been viewed, just as it would if you had watched it directly on YouTube.
- Some forms on this site require the use of Cloudflare’s Turnstile service before they can be submitted.
SMS Communication Policy
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you interact with our website and services, including participation in our SMS communications.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information you voluntarily provide, such as:
- Name
- Phone number
- Email address
- Order details and delivery address
- Messages or notes submitted through our website or by phone
2. How We Use Your Information
The information we collect may be used to:
- Respond to your inquiries
- Process your shed orders and coordinate delivery
- Send transactional updates via SMS or email
- Provide customer service and support
- Improve our services and website
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
3. SMS Text Messaging Policy
SMS Message Consent
When you opt in to receive SMS communications from Storage Sheds, we collect your phone number and any additional information needed to communicate with you by text message. This information is strictly used for communication related to your inquiries, orders, or customer support and is not shared with third parties for marketing purposes.
SMS Message Frequency & Fees
Message frequency varies depending on the nature of your interaction. You may receive messages related to:
- Order confirmations and updates
- Delivery scheduling
- Customer service responses
- Product or service inquiries
Standard message and data rates may apply, based on your carrier’s pricing plan. These charges may vary for domestic or international delivery depending on your location.
SMS Opt-In
By providing your mobile number and giving verbal or written consent (via phone or our website form), you agree to receive text messages from Hometown Sheds. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply.
SMS Opt-Out
If you no longer wish to receive SMS messages from us, you can opt out at any time by replying STOP to any of our messages. Once we receive your STOP message, you will be unsubscribed and no longer receive further texts from us.
SMS Help
For assistance, reply HELP to any of our messages or contact us using the information below.
4. SMS Privacy and Data Sharing Policy
Storage Sheds, maintains strict privacy practices. We do not share, sell, rent, release, or trade your personal information — including mobile opt-in data and consent — with any third parties for marketing or promotional purposes.
“Mobile information will not be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.”
We only disclose information:
- As required by law
- To fulfill services with vendors who assist with delivery or technical support (under confidentiality agreements)
5. Data Security
We use reasonable physical, electronic, and administrative safeguards to protect your data. While no system can guarantee 100% security, we strive to protect your personal information using industry best practices.
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access or update your personal information
- Request deletion of your data (where legally applicable)
- Opt out of SMS or other communications
To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.
7. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.
Email Collection
Our email list service provider is MailChimp.
If you elect to subscribe, your email address will be stored on their servers. You can access your info any time by clicking the Manage Subscription link at the bottom of any email you receive from us. See their privacy policy here for further information.
We never have, and never will share your email address or telephone number with any person or entity for marketing purposes.
If you provide your telephone number, you are giving us permission to call and/or text you.
Transactional and On-Going Service Data
We do not collect any payments through our website.
- Google Workspace– Emails are retained. (Note: Google does not have access to this data.)
- Data backups are provided by BlogVault.
- Contact Forms – none of the contact form fields are held in the site’s database, including your email address. Some forms on this site require the use of Cloudflare’s Turnstile service before they can be submitted.
Third Party Links
We may link to helpful info and resources provided by others. Clicking on those links or enabling those connections may allow third parties to collect or share data about you on their site. We do not control these third-party websites and am not responsible for their privacy statements. When you leave our site, you may read the privacy notice of every website you visit.
Disable Tracking
You can disable cookies through your own browser settings. Check with the browser vendor for more info on how to do that, if you wish.
Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability
Hometown Sheds makes no representation, warranties, or assurances as to the accuracy, currency, or completeness of any privacy polices of 3rd party entities that information is shared with.
Concerns
Contact us or our webmaster with any concerns you may have about your information that is collected through the site
Hometown Sheds Corporate Office 1833-C Anthony Road, Burlington, NC 27215 | 336.852.3167