PRIVACY POLICY:
- Our Commitment to Privacy- Your privacy is important to us. To better protect the privacy of the visitors (“You”) of our web site (the “Site”), (“We/Us”) has developed this Privacy Policy (“Policy”) explaining Our online information practices and the choices You can make about the way Your information is collected and used. To make this Policy easy to find, we make it available on Our homepage and at every point where personally identifiable information may be requested. Please read below for more specific information on the type of information that We collect and how We use it. We believe that your personal information, including your purchases, e-mail address, billing and shipping addresses, telephone numbers, and credit card information, belongs to you. We will use this information to complete your purchases. We want to use this information to make your encounter with us more informative, and to tell you about the products and services available through Our Company. If you prefer we not customize our Web sites for you, or contact you, we provide opportunities to avoid this through opt out options.What We Collect, How We Use It, and How You Can Opt Out While Visiting this website, or responding to an email promotion;
- Collection- If you have visited our website, you may have purchased our products. You may also have participated in a contest, sweepstakes, or other event or expressed an interest in receiving additional information about our products. If so, we may have asked for your name, billing and shipping addresses, e-mail address, telephone numbers, and credit card information (type, number, expiration date). We may also have collected the purchase information (date, amount, and products).
- Use- Information provided in a purchase will be used to complete the transaction using normal retail methods. Information provided in a purchase or in a request for information will also be used to contact you with news of our products. Your information may also be combined with the information of others in an aggregated basis, without personally identifying information. This combined information may be used by Our Company to guide us in improving our products and services (including our Web site and offers), or for general business purposes (such as forecasting inventory).
- To Opt Out- You may be contacted by a member of our sales department regarding any request for information. If you have changed your mind, simply tell us and we will use all reasonable efforts to remove your information from our files and will take appropriate measures to advise Our sales department regarding your request. All emails sent to you from Our Company will include instructions for unsubscribing from our contact list. If you ask to be removed, you will be. While Visiting us.
The following applies to our Web sites,
- Collection- This Web site includes the ability for you to purchase products and/or services online. When you make a purchase, we ask for your name, billing and shipping addresses, e-mail address, telephone numbers and credit card information (type, number, and expiration date). We may also ask you to provide a reference code if you have been provided with one. We also collect information on your purchase (such as date, amount and products). Our Web sites may also have various clubs, contests, surveys and other events. To join in these activities we typically ask for your name, billing and shipping addresses, e-mail address and telephone numbers. We may ask for other personal information on a voluntary basis. We also have opportunities for you to contact us or a Sales Representative. Again, we typically ask for your name, billing and shipping addresses, e-mail address and telephone number, plus any comments or questions you may have. Our Web sites may also provide opportunities for you to e-mail information, such as recipes, offers, or product information, to a friend. This information is used only to e-mail the desired information, and is not retained in our database. Our Web sites may also include additional services. Some are provided by third parties (such as Google Maps). These services may require information in order to service your needs (such as your address). While we do not control these third parties, we ensure that they are contractually bound to use the information only for authorized purposes. We may also participate in Affiliate programs, which may provide you with additional optional services or benefits.
- Use- Information provided via an online purchase will be used to complete your transaction using normal retail methods. Information provided in a purchase, in joining our activities or in requests for information will also be used to contact you with news of our products and opportunities for additional savings.
- To Opt Out- You may edit or completely remove your online registration at any time by contacting us and requesting that your information be removed . In certain requests for information there is a box to check if you do not wish to be contacted. If you check it, we will not contact you. To better protect the security and integrity of your information, we also verify identity by requesting your full name, bill to address and e-mail address before granting access or making corrections to your information.
- Cookies and Your Computer Privacy- “Cookies” are very small text files your Web browser stores on your computer when you visit some Web sites. It is your identification card, and cannot be executed as code or deliver viruses. It is uniquely yours and can only be read by the site that gave it to you. Our cookies help make it easier for you to use our Web sites and to help us customize your experience so that we can provide you with the information you need – when and where you need it. A cookie generated by Our Site, for example, allows you to retrieve your Shopping Cart and address information on a return visit. Cookies do not collect this information, nor is your name, address or product information contained within the cookie itself. The cookie simply holds the “key” that, once read by our Web sites, unlocks this information. Most browsers automatically accept cookies. However, you can disable cookies on your computer or have your browser notify you when you receive a new cookie by indicating this in the preferences or options menu in your browser. But because we rely on cookies to make the shopping experience easier and more tailored to your needs, your browser must be set to accept cookies before you can place an order. .
- Data Security is Important to Us- Ensuring security online is an important part of our pledge to respect your privacy. When you place orders for products, we offer the use of a secure server. This Site uses SSL (secure sockets layer) to protect your credit card information. SSL encrypts all ordering information, such as your name and credit card number, so it can’t be read in transit. In addition, all of the customer data we collect is protected against unauthorized access.
- Our Policy Doesn’t Apply to Other Web sites- Third party Internet sites and services accessible through us have separate privacy and data collection practices that are beyond our control. While we try to work with third parties who share our views on privacy, we cannot assume responsibility or liability for their independent practices or actions. You’re responsible for maintaining the secrecy of your passwords or any account information. We recommend that you carefully read their privacy policy before agreeing to leave any personal information.
- Disclosure of Your Information- We do not sell, freely distribute, or otherwise share your information with any other party, including mailing list companies. We make an effort to keep your personal information confidential. However, we may be required to disclose your information to the government or third parties under a valid legal request. For example, a criminal investigation or a lawful subpoena may force disclosure. This is true of every business.
- Your Consent- By using our Web site, you agree to let us collect and use information in a manner consistent with the guidelines stated in this policy. If we decide to change our privacy policy, we will post those changes on this page so that you are always aware of what information we collect, how we use it, and under what circumstances we will disclose it. We will not use your information in a new way (not described in this current Privacy Pledge) without first providing you with an opportunity to opt-out or otherwise prevent the new uses.
- Questions or Comments- Should you have any further questions or comments about our Privacy Pledge.