At SpoonSecrets.com, we prioritize your privacy and are dedicated to safeguarding your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
Information We Collect
We may gather the following categories of information from users:
- Personal Identification Information (PII): This includes your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and any other details you provide through forms or interactions on our website.
- Usage Data: Information such as IP address, browser type, pages visited, and duration of visits to improve website functionality and user experience.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Small text files and tracking mechanisms used to enhance user experience, monitor site activity, and improve performance.
How We Use Your Data
Your data may be used to:
- Personalize and improve your experience on our website.
- Send newsletters, promotions, and updates (only with your consent).
- Analyze site performance for enhancements.
- Ensure website security and prevent fraudulent activities.
Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights under GDPR:
- Right to Access: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: You can request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): You can ask us to delete your personal information, subject to legal conditions.
- Right to Restrict Processing: You can request limitations on how we process your data in specific situations.
- Right to Data Portability: You can obtain a copy of your personal data in a machine-readable format.
- Right to Object: You can object to data processing, including for marketing purposes.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: If you provided consent for data usage, you can withdraw it at any time.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
Your Rights Under CCPA
If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under CCPA:
- Right to Know: You can request details on the categories of personal data we collect, its usage, and the specific data we store.
- Right to Delete: You can request the deletion of your personal information, except where required for transactions or legal obligations.
- Right to Opt-Out of Sale of Personal Data: While we do not sell your personal information, if we ever change this policy, you will be notified and given the option to opt-out.
- Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not deny services or impose unfair conditions based on your data privacy choices.
To make a request under the CCPA, please email us at [email protected] or use our website’s contact form.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information under the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors assisting with website operations (e.g., hosting, analytics, and payment processing) may access data as needed.
- Legal Compliance: We may disclose data to comply with laws, enforce site policies, or protect our rights and users’ safety.
- Business Transfers: In case of a merger, acquisition, or sale, your data may be transferred as part of the transaction.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal requirements, and resolve disputes.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Enhance user experience by remembering preferences.
- Monitor site traffic and performance.
- Deliver customized content and advertisements.
You can manage cookie settings via your browser. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or modification. However, as no internet-based transmission is entirely secure, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you believe a child has provided us with their information, please contact us at [email protected], and we will promptly delete the data.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised date. We encourage users to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we handle personal data.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we manage your data, please contact us at:
SpoonSecrets.com
Email: [email protected]