Privacy Policy

Ogren Engineering – Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 2025

Ogren Engineering (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how your personal information is collected, used, and shared when you visit Ogren Engineering or submit information through our website. By using this website (ogreneng.com), you agree to the practices described below.

Ogren Engineering is an engineering firm based in Portland, Oregon, providing structural engineering services for residential and light commercial projects in the Pacific Northwest.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

Information You Provide Directly

When you contact us through forms, email, or phone, you may provide:

  • Your name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Project details or engineering questions
  • Documents or drawings you choose to share

We use this information only to communicate with you and provide engineering-related services.

Information Collected Automatically

When you browse our website, certain data is automatically collected:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on each page
  • Referring website

This information is used only to improve website performance and understand general site usage.

Cookies & Analytics

Ogreneng.com uses analytics tools such as Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the site. Google Analytics may place cookies on your device to collect anonymous usage data.

You may opt out of Google Analytics tracking using Google's browser add-on:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout/

We do not track individuals across websites or use cookies for advertising.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Respond to messages and inquiries
  • Provide engineering consultations or services
  • Improve website performance and user experience
  • Maintain security and prevent misuse
  • Comply with applicable laws and professional requirements

We do not sell your personal information.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not share your information with third parties except in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Vendors who assist with website hosting, email delivery, analytics, and similar services.
  • Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or engineering licensure regulations.
  • Business Safety: To prevent fraud, protect our rights, or respond to misuse of our website.

We do not sell or rent personal information for marketing purposes.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to safeguard the information you provide, including secure hosting, encrypted connections (HTTPS), and limited access to stored data.

However, no online transmission or storage system is guaranteed to be 100% secure.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Communicate with you
  • Provide engineering services
  • Maintain required professional records
  • Comply with legal or regulatory obligations

Project-related documents may be stored for an extended period as required by engineering standards of care.

As a licensed engineering practice, we may retain project-related documents for an extended period as required by engineering standards of care or state regulatory requirements.

6. Links to Other Websites

Our website may include links to external sites such as:

  • Structural Design Pro
  • Shearwall Pro
  • CAD Master Coach
  • Industry resources

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other websites.

7. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Your Choices and Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Request a copy of your personal information
  • Request correction or deletion
  • Request that we stop using certain information

To make a request, contact us using the information below.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, you may contact us at:

Ogren Engineering
Portland, Oregon
Email: scott@ogreneng.com

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated date.