Effective Date: October 15, 2026

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a+c architects ("a+c," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide when visiting our website, www.acarchitects.net (the "Website"). 

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This Privacy Policy explains how we may collect, use, and protect your information when you visit or interact with our Website. By using the Website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. 

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Information We Collect 

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We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including when you contact us, subscribe to our newsletter, inquire about our services, or submit information related to employment or internship opportunities. 

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Depending on how you interact with us, this information may include: 

• Name 

• Email address 

• Phone number 

• Company or organization name 

• Information included in messages or inquiries you send to us 

• Professional or employment-related information, including resumes and other materials submitted in connection with employment or internship opportunities 

 

We may also automatically collect certain information about your use of the Website, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, referring website, and information about how you interact with the Website. 

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How We Use Your Information 

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We may use the information we collect to: 

• Respond to your questions, comments, or inquiries 

• Communicate with you about our services 

• Send newsletters and other communications you have requested or agreed to receive 

• Review employment or internship inquiries and applications 

• Maintain, operate, and improve our Website 

• Understand how visitors use our Website 

• Protect the security and integrity of our Website 

• Comply with applicable legal obligations 

 

Cookies and Similar Technologies 

 

Our Website may use cookies and similar technologies to support its functionality and better understand how visitors interact with the Website. 

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Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit a website. Depending on the technologies used on our Website, they may help us remember your preferences, understand Website traffic and usage, and improve your browsing experience. 

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You can generally control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of some parts of the Website. 

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Email Communications 

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If you subscribe to our newsletter or otherwise choose to receive communications from us, we may use your email address to send you news, updates, project information, or other information related to a+c architects. 

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You may opt out of marketing or newsletter communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link included in those communications or by contacting us directly. 

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How We Share Information 

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We do not sell your personal information. 

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We may share personal information with trusted service providers that help us operate our Website, manage communications, or provide related services. These service providers may only use your information as necessary to perform services on our behalf or as otherwise permitted by law. 

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We may also disclose information when required to do so by law or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, safety, property, or the security of our Website and users. 

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Third-Party Links 

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Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, or other online services. These third parties operate independently from a+c architects, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices or the content of their websites. 

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We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites or services before providing them with personal information. 

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Data Retention 

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We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including responding to inquiries, providing requested communications, considering employment or internship submissions, maintaining appropriate business records, and complying with legal obligations. 

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The length of time we retain information may vary depending on the nature of the information and the purpose for which it was collected. 

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Children's Privacy 

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We do not knowingly provide our services to children. If you are a parent or legal guardian and believe that your child has provided us with information without your consent, please contact us. Upon verification that we have collected such information without parental consent, we will remove the information from our database. 

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Your Privacy Rights 

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Depending on where you live, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of personal information we hold about you, subject to applicable legal limitations. 

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To submit a privacy-related request or ask questions about how we handle your information, please contact us using the information below. 

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Security 

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We take reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures designed to protect the personal information we collect. However, no method of transmitting information over the internet or storing information electronically is completely secure. While we work to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security. 

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Changes to This Privacy Policy 

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We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our practices, Website functionality, or applicable law. When we make changes, we will update the Effective Date at the top of this page. 

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We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we handle your information. 

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Contact Us 

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If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: 

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a+c architects 
4840 Main Street 
Skokie, Illinois 60077 

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Phone: 847.829.0801 
Email: info@acarchitects.net