Privacy Policy
Effective date: November 3, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Hookline Systems ("Hookline Systems," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit hooklinesystems.com, call or text our business phone number, or contact us. Hookline Systems is a sole proprietorship owned and operated by John Gacek in Evansville, Indiana.
Information we collect
- Information you give us: your name, business name, phone number, email address, type of business, and anything else you include when you fill out our website form, email us, call us, or text us.
- Phone and text information: when you call or text (812) 793-5200, we receive your phone number, the date and time of the call or message, and the content of any text messages you send us.
- Website information: our hosting provider may automatically record basic technical information such as your IP address, browser type, and pages visited, as part of normal website operation and security.
How we use information
- To respond to your calls, texts, emails, and form submissions.
- To send a text message reply when we miss your call, and to continue a text conversation you choose to have with us.
- To schedule calls or demos you request and to provide our services.
- To operate, secure, and improve our website and services.
- To comply with legal obligations.
Text messaging (SMS)
If you call our business number and we are unable to answer, we may send one text message to the number you called from, and further messages only in reply to you. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. You can reply STOP at any time to stop receiving text messages, or HELP for help. See our Terms for full text messaging terms.
No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Information sharing with subcontractors in support services, such as customer service, is permitted. All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
How we share information
We do not sell your personal information. We share information only:
- With service providers that help us operate, such as our phone and text messaging provider, website host, and email provider, and only as needed for them to provide those services to us.
- When required by law, or to protect the rights, safety, or property of Hookline Systems or others.
The text messaging opt-in data and consent described above is never shared with third parties for their marketing purposes.
How long we keep information
We keep information only as long as needed for the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. You can ask us to delete your information at any time using the contact details below.
Your choices
- Reply STOP to any text message to stop receiving texts from us.
- Email us to request access to, correction of, or deletion of your information.
Do Not Track
Some browsers send "Do Not Track" signals. Our website does not currently respond to these signals. We do not use advertising trackers on this website.
Security
We use reasonable measures to protect your information, including secured accounts with two-factor authentication. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children's privacy
Our website and services are intended for businesses and adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will change the effective date at the top of this page.
Contact us
Hookline Systems
Evansville, Indiana
Phone: (812) 793-5200
Email: hooklinesystems@gmail.com