Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 2026
1. Introduction
GT Auto Sales ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website at gtautosales.garnetgrid.com.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Identity Data: First name, last name.
- Contact Data: Email address, phone number, mailing address.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, and browsing behavior on our site.
- Financial Data: Information provided in financing applications (income, employment details).
- Communication Data: Messages, inquiries, and any other communications you send us through our contact forms.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
- To respond to your inquiries about vehicles and services
- To process financing applications
- To send you information about vehicles that match your preferences
- To improve our website and user experience
- To comply with legal obligations
- To analyze site traffic and usage patterns (via Google Analytics)
4. Cookies & Tracking
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and analyze site usage. We use:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly.
- Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics (GA4) to understand how visitors use our site. This data is aggregated and anonymous.
You can manage your cookie preferences through the cookie consent banner on our website or through your browser settings.
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your data with:
- Financing partners (only when you submit a financing application)
- Service providers who assist with website operations (hosting, analytics)
- Law enforcement when required by law
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. Contact form inquiries are retained for up to 24 months. Financing application data follows applicable regulatory requirements.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
- Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
For California residents: Under the CCPA, you have the right to know what personal information we collect, request deletion, and opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.
8. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including HTTPS encryption, secure form processing, and access controls.
9. Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed at individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or wish to exercise your data rights, contact us at:
- Email: sales@gtautosales.com
- Phone: (555) 123-4567
- Address: 123 Auto Drive, Car City, ST 12345