privacy policy

At CheeseCrumb, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect the data we gather from visitors to our website, CheeseCrumb.com. By using our website, you agree to the terms of this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect two types of information from our users:

  • Personal Information: This may include your name, email address, and any other details you voluntarily provide when subscribing to our newsletter, leaving comments, or contacting us via our contact forms.
  • Non-Personal Information: This includes information that does not identify you personally, such as your IP address, browser type, device type, and browsing behavior on our website (e.g., which pages you visited and for how long).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To Improve Our Website: We analyze non-personal information to better understand user behavior and improve the content and design of CheeseCrumb.com.
  • To Send Emails: If you provide your email address, we may use it to send you newsletters, updates, or responses to your inquiries. You can unsubscribe from these communications at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails.
  • To Respond to Inquiries: If you contact us directly, we use your personal information to respond to your questions or comments.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

CheeseCrumb.com uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience and gather non-personal information. Cookies are small data files that are stored on your device when you visit a website.

  • How We Use Cookies: Cookies help us track which pages of our site are visited, improve site functionality, and personalize content. Some cookies are essential for the operation of the website, while others help us analyze traffic.
  • Managing Cookies: You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. However, please note that some features of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the website (e.g., analytics providers, email services) and who are bound by confidentiality agreements.

We may also disclose your information when required by law, to protect our rights, or in connection with the sale, merger, or acquisition of the business.

5. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including social media platforms and affiliate partners. These websites have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for the practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect the personal information we collect from loss, theft, misuse, and unauthorized access. However, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be completely secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot ensure or warrant the security of any information you transmit to us.

7. Children’s Privacy

CheeseCrumb.com is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover that we have inadvertently gathered personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete it as soon as possible.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • Access and Correction: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to request corrections to any inaccuracies.
  • Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.
  • Opt-Out: You may opt out of marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe link in our emails.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

9. Changes to Our Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the “Last Updated” date at the top will be revised accordingly. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]