Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 2, 2026

Matthias Landscaping Co. ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website matthiaslandscaping.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our Site or use our services.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you interact with our Site:

• Personal Information: When you fill out a contact form, request an estimate, or communicate with us, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and details about your project.
• Automatically Collected Information: When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect information such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and the date and time of your visit.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze Site traffic, and understand how visitors interact with our Site.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To respond to your inquiries and provide requested services
• To send you estimates, project updates, and follow-up communications
• To improve our Site, services, and customer experience
• To analyze Site usage and performance through analytics tools
• To send occasional marketing communications about our services, seasonal tips, and promotions (with your consent)
• To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

Cookies

Our Site uses cookies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us understand how you use our Site. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may affect certain features of the Site.

We may use the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the basic functionality of the Site, such as page navigation and form submissions.
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Site by collecting and reporting information anonymously (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Marketing Cookies: Used to track visitors across websites to allow the display of relevant advertisements.

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services that collect, monitor, or analyze information to improve our Site and services. These third-party providers have their own privacy policies and may include:

• Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis and visitor behavior insights.
• Microsoft Clarity: For understanding user interactions through heatmaps and session recordings.
• Google Search Console: For monitoring Site performance in search results.

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

SMS / Text Messaging

Matthias Landscaping Co. may offer SMS or text messaging communications for appointment reminders, service updates, and promotional offers. By providing your phone number and opting in to text messages, you consent to receive text messages from Matthias Landscaping Co.

No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

• Opt-In: You may opt in to receive text messages by checking the SMS consent box on our contact form, by texting a keyword to our business number, or by verbally consenting during a phone or in-person conversation.
• Opt-Out: You may opt out of text messages at any time by replying STOP to any message you receive from us. You will receive a confirmation message and will no longer receive text messages from us unless you opt in again.
• Help: If you need assistance, reply HELP to any text message from us, or contact us at jason@matthiaslandscaping.com or (319) 226-6000.
• Message Frequency: Message frequency varies based on your interactions and service needs. We will not send more than 10 messages per month.
• Data Rates: Standard message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier and plan. Matthias Landscaping Co. is not responsible for any charges incurred from your carrier.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include secure form submissions, encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS), and restricted access to personal information within our organization. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed at 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 inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information promptly. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at jason@matthiaslandscaping.com.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• The right to access the personal information we hold about you
• The right to request correction of inaccurate information
• The right to request deletion of your personal information
• The right to opt out of marketing communications

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the "Effective Date" at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for the latest information on our privacy practices.

Contact Us

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

• Matthias Landscaping Co.
• 3170 Wagner Rd, Waterloo, IA 50703
• Phone: (319) 226-6000
• Email: jason@matthiaslandscaping.com