Privacy Policy

Blue Lake Tribal Manufacturing ("BLTMFG," "we," "us," or "our") is a tribally owned enterprise of the Blue Lake Rancheria, located in Blue Lake, California. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we handle information collected through our website at bltmfg.com (the "Site").

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information. By using our Site, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Introduction

Blue Lake Tribal Manufacturing ("BLTMFG," "we," "us," or "our") is a tribally owned enterprise of the Blue Lake Rancheria, located in Blue Lake, California. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we handle information collected through our website at bltmfg.com (the "Site").

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information. By using our Site, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

We may collect information you voluntarily submit, including:

• Name and contact details (email address, phone number, mailing address)
• Business name and title
• Project inquiries, messages, and form submissions
• Requests for quotes or proposals

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect:

• IP address and general geographic location
• Browser type and version
• Device type and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on the Site
• Referring URLs (how you arrived at our Site)
• Date and time of visits

This information is collected through standard web server logs and analytics tools.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our Site may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience. These may include:

• Essential cookies — required for the Site to function properly
• Analytics cookies — help us understand how visitors use the Site

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some Site functionality.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to your inquiries and project requests
• Provide quotes, proposals, and follow-up communications
• Improve our Site content and user experience
• Understand how our Site is being used
• Comply with applicable legal obligations
• Communicate updates about our products and services (only where you have opted in)

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not share your personal information except in the following limited circumstances:

• Service providers — We may share information with trusted vendors who assist in operating our Site or business (e.g., web hosting, analytics). These parties are obligated to keep your information confidential and use it only for the services they provide to us.
• Legal requirements — We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or governmental authority.
• Business transfers — In the event of a merger, acquisition, or transfer of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
• Protection of rights — We may disclose information to protect the rights, property, or safety of BLTMFG, our team, or others.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. Inquiry and contact form data is generally retained for up to three (3) years unless an ongoing business relationship exists.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

9. Your Rights and Choices

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

• Access — Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction — Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion — Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations
• Opt-out — Opt out of any marketing communications at any time

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

10. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete it, and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.

To submit a California privacy request, contact us at the email address below.

11. Tribal Jurisdiction Notice

Blue Lake Tribal Manufacturing is a tribally owned enterprise of the Blue Lake Rancheria, a federally recognized Indian tribe. Operations are conducted on tribal land subject to the jurisdiction of the Blue Lake Rancheria. Nothing in this Privacy Policy waives any sovereign immunity of the Blue Lake Rancheria or BLTMFG.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:

This Privacy Policy was last updated on May 1, 2026.