Data We Collect
We collect standard web server logs including IP address, request path, and user-agent string. Contact form submissions collect name and email address only.
Purpose of Collection
Log data is used exclusively for security monitoring and infrastructure diagnostics. Contact information is used solely to respond to your inquiry.
Third-Party Disclosure
Merril Associates does not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer personal information to outside parties. We do not use third-party advertising networks or behavioral tracking tools on this website.
Retention
Web server logs are retained for 60 days. Contact form submissions are retained for 12 months unless a client relationship is established, in which case retention is governed by the applicable MSA.
Your Rights
Ohio residents may request access to or deletion of their personal data by contacting us at our Columbus office: 41 South High Street, Suite 1700, Columbus, OH 43215.