Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://easy-bbq-brisket-recipe.scoopstorm.com (hereafter referred to as “our website” or “we”). We take the privacy and security of your personal information very seriously. This comprehensive Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, handling, and protection of data in alignment with various international privacy laws and regulations, including but not limited to:

  • Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
  • Quebec Law 25 on the protection of personal information in the private sector
  • The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union
  • Brazil’s General Data Protection Law (LGPD)
  • California’s Consumer Privacy Act (CPPA) and its updated version, the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
  • Colorado’s Consumer Protection Act (CPA)
  • Utah’s Consumer Sales and Service Act (UCPA)
  • Connecticut’s ConnectiCut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA)
  • Virginia’s Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)
  • South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)

Scope

This policy is applicable to all aspects of our website, including but not limited to:

  1. Our primary domain at https://easy-bbq-brisket-recipe.scoopstorm.com
  2. All associated subdomains and websites linked to this Privacy Policy
  3. Our mobile applications and services
  4. Any interactive features or services offered through our platforms

Please be aware that this policy does not cover third-party platforms, apps, products, or services that you access through links on our site. These entities have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them before engaging with such services.

Processing Activities

This Privacy Policy guides your interactions when:

  1. You use any of our applications or services as an authorized user.
  2. You visit our websites, including any linked pages, as a guest or registered member.
  3. You receive communications from us, such as newsletters, promotional emails, phone calls, or text messages (SMS).

Personal Data Collection

We collect a variety of personal data to enhance your experience and provide tailored services. The types of information we gather include:

  1. Account Information: This includes user names, passwords, email addresses, and other details required for account creation and management.
  2. Payment Information: We process data related to your payment methods, such as credit/debit card numbers, expiration dates, and billing addresses, to facilitate transactions.
  3. Financial Information: We may collect data about your financial status or transaction history, but only with your explicit consent.
  4. Purchase Information: Details of products or services you have purchased from us, including quantities and purchase dates.
  5. Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers from your mobile device, such as IP addresses, device IDs, and location data.
  6. Location Data: Information about your physical location when you interact with our geolocative services.
  7. Feedback and Reviews: Any comments, reviews, or ratings you provide us, along with associated personal details.
  8. Social Media Information: If you choose to log in through social media accounts, we may collect data from those platforms, subject to their privacy policies.
  9. Product Information: Details about products you browse or purchase on our site, such as product preferences and usage patterns.

We obtain this data through multiple sources: user input forms, account settings, browsing interactions, automated tracking technologies (like cookies), and third-party service providers.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We employ cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website and for analytical purposes:

  1. Strictly Necessary Cookies: These ensure the basic functions of our site, such as enabling you to log in and navigate through pages.
  2. Preference Cookies: They remember your settings and preferences to personalize your experience.
  3. Analytics Cookies: Used by our analytics partners to collect information about your behavior on our site for performance evaluation.

Users have the option to control non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing you to customize your tracking preferences.

Data Retention and Deletion

We adhere to data retention policies as prescribed by applicable laws and our business requirements. Once the purpose for which data was collected is fulfilled, we will either delete or anonymize it from our systems:

  1. Account Information: Retained until your account is deactivated or closed.
  2. Payment Details: Stored securely for a period required by payment processors and financial regulations.
  3. Purchase History: Kept for billing purposes and to improve product recommendations, typically up to 7 years.
  4. Location Data: Depends on the purpose; for analytics, it may be retained for a limited time, while for targeted advertising, it is deleted once you opt out.
  5. Other Personal Data: Retained based on legal obligations or until the data subject requests its deletion.

Security Measures

We implement robust security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure:

  1. Encryption: We use encryption protocols for data at rest and in transit to safeguard sensitive information.
  2. Secure Third-Party Processing: Engaging reputable third-party service providers who adhere to strict data protection standards.
  3. Access Controls: Limiting access to personal data to authorized personnel only, based on job requirements.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed towards individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children. If you believe we have collected such data by mistake, please contact us using the details provided below, and we will take immediate steps to rectify the issue.

Your Data Rights

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

  1. Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
  2. Rectification: The right to correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
  3. Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): In some jurisdictions, you can ask for the deletion of your data.
  4. Restriction: Limiting the use or processing of your data under certain conditions.
  5. Data Portability: Receiving your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
  6. Objection: Opposing the processing of your data for specific purposes.
  7. Non-Discrimination: You have the right to be free from discriminatory decisions based solely on your personal data.
  8. Appeals and Complaints: Filing formal complaints with supervisory authorities or exercising your rights through legal means.

To exercise these rights, please reach out to our privacy team at your earliest convenience.

Changes to Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy as needed to reflect changes in our practices or compliance requirements. Any modifications will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data.

Contact Us

For any inquiries, requests for data removal, or questions regarding our privacy practices, please contact us:

We appreciate your trust in us. By using our website and services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.