Privacy Policy — PineGuard.net
Effective Date: March 2026 Last Updated: March 2026
About This Policy
This website, PineGuard.net (the "Site"), is owned and operated by MGP Manufacturing LLC ("MGP," "PineGuard®," "we," "us," or "our"), a manufacturer of gutter protection systems headquartered in Paterson, New Jersey. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information obtained through this Site.
PineGuard.net is an informational and marketing resource for roofing and exterior trade professionals. This Site does not process consumer transactions. PineGuard® Products are sold through authorized third-party distributors designated by MGP Manufacturing LLC from time to time. Transactions made through any authorized Distributor are governed by that Distributor's own privacy policy and terms of sale — not this Policy.
Because this Site does not process transactions, the personal information we collect is limited. We do not collect payment information, shipping addresses for orders, or consumer purchase data through this Site.
This Privacy Policy, together with the PineGuard® Terms of Use and Disclaimer, collectively governs your use of PineGuard.net. All three documents should be read together.
This Site is intended for trade professionals located in the United States. If you are accessing the Site from outside the United States, you do so at your own initiative and are solely responsible for compliance with applicable local laws.
Automated and AI-Assisted Communications. If you contact us through this Site, we may use marketing automation tools and AI-assisted systems to help route and respond to your inquiry. Any AI-assisted responses are informational only and do not constitute technical advice, product specifications, or installation guidance. While we use commercially reasonable efforts to ensure accuracy, automated systems may occasionally produce errors. If you believe you have received a communication in error, please contact us at [email protected].
By using this Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any term of this Policy, please do not use this Site or submit any personal information to us.
1. Information We Collect
We collect two categories of information: information you provide to us voluntarily, and information collected automatically when you use the Site.
1.1 Information You Provide
If you contact us through a form, email, or telephone inquiry, we may collect:
Your full name and company name
Your email address and telephone number
Your geographic location (state or region) for distributor referral purposes
The nature of your inquiry (e.g., product information, distributor availability, technical specifications)
We do not collect payment information, order data, or shipping addresses through this Site.
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the Site, we and our service providers may automatically collect certain technical information, including:
IP address and approximate geographic location
Browser type, version, and operating system
Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation paths
Referring URL
Device type and screen resolution
Cookie identifiers and similar tracking technologies
This information is collected using cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies. See Section 4 for more information about cookies and your choices.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:PurposeLegal BasisResponding to trade inquiries and requestsLegitimate interestDirecting trade professionals to authorized distributorsLegitimate interest / Service fulfillmentSending marketing communications (with your consent)ConsentImproving the Site and our products and servicesLegitimate interestComplying with legal obligationsLegal obligationProtecting the rights and safety of MGP and othersLegitimate interest
3. How We Share Your Information
MGP Manufacturing LLC does not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:Authorized Distributors. If you request distributor information or availability, we may share your name and contact information with one or more authorized distributors serving your geographic area for the purpose of fulfilling your request. This sharing is done at your request and does not constitute a sale of your personal information.Service Providers. We share personal information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including email and marketing automation platforms, website analytics providers (such as Google Analytics), and website hosting providers. These providers are contractually required to use your information only as directed by MGP Manufacturing LLC and in accordance with applicable law.Legal Requirements. We may disclose personal information if required to do so by law, court order, or government authority, or if we believe in good faith that such disclosure is necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of MGP Manufacturing LLC, our customers, or the public.Business Transfers. In the event of a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, or other business transaction, personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate the Site and analyze usage. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit the Site.Types of cookies we use:Cookie TypePurposeEssentialRequired for the Site to function; cannot be disabledAnalyticsHelp us understand how visitors use the Site (e.g., Google Analytics)MarketingUsed to deliver relevant advertising and track campaign performanceYour choices. You may control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect Site functionality.Global Privacy Control (GPC). We honor the Global Privacy Control signal. If your browser or device transmits a GPC signal, we will treat it as a request to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information for targeted advertising purposes.
5. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.Inquiry and contact form data is retained for up to 3 years from the date of last contact.Website analytics data is retained in accordance with the retention settings of our analytics providers (typically 26 months for Google Analytics).
6. Security
We implement commercially reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Children's Privacy
This Site is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.
8. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your state of residence, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:RightDescriptionRight to Know / AccessYou may request a copy of the personal information we hold about youRight to DeletionYou may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptionsRight to CorrectionYou may request that we correct inaccurate personal informationRight to Opt Out of Sale/SharingYou may opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information for targeted advertisingRight to Non-DiscriminationWe will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your privacy rightsHow to Exercise Your Rights. To submit a privacy rights request, contact us using the methods in Section 9. We will respond within the timeframe required by applicable law.California Residents. California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information and the right to limit use of sensitive personal information.Other State Residents. Residents of Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Texas, Florida, New Jersey, and other states with comprehensive privacy laws have rights substantially similar to those described above. We honor these rights for all U.S. residents.
9. Contact Us — Privacy Inquiries
To exercise your privacy rights, submit a data request, or ask questions about this Policy:MGP Manufacturing LLC — Privacy 83 2nd Avenue, Paterson, New Jersey 07514 Email: [email protected] Phone: (201) 652-6642
10. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information
You have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information for targeted advertising purposes. To exercise this right, contact us at [email protected] or click the "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" link in the footer of this Site. We also honor the Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal as described in Section 4.
11. Third-Party Links
This Site may contain links to authorized Distributors and other third-party websites. MGP Manufacturing LLC is not responsible for the privacy practices of any third-party website. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any third-party site you visit.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Policy. For material changes that significantly affect your rights, we will provide at least 30 days advance notice by posting a prominent notice on the Site. Changes will be effective immediately for new users and 30 days after notice for existing users. Your continued use of the Site after any changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the updated Policy.
This Privacy Policy was last updated in March 2026. It supersedes all prior versions.