Privacy Policy for Delicious Expansion
Effective Date: April 9, 2025
At Delicious Expansion, your privacy is our priority. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website (www.deliciousexpansion.com) or engage with our services. By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
We are committed to safeguarding your information and ensuring transparency about how your data is handled. Please take a moment to read this policy carefully. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact us.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide you with the best possible experience on our website and services. The types of information we collect include:
a. Information You Provide Directly
You may provide personal information when:
- Signing up for newsletters or updates
- Booking a workshop, retreat, or coaching session
- Filling out contact forms or surveys
- Making a purchase through our website
The information may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Payment details (processed securely through third-party payment providers)
- Any additional details you voluntarily provide
b. Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, certain data is collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type (mobile, desktop, tablet)
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Referring website or source
c. Sensitive Information
We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information (e.g., health data or religious beliefs). If you choose to share such information with us during a session or workshop registration, it will be handled in accordance with this policy.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
a. To Provide Services
- Process bookings for workshops, retreats, and coaching sessions
- Communicate with you about your reservations or inquiries
- Deliver newsletters, updates, and offers (with your consent)
b. To Improve Our Website and Services
- Monitor website performance and user behavior to enhance user experience
- Analyze trends and gather insights for better content and offerings
c. For Marketing Purposes
With your explicit consent, we may send promotional emails about upcoming events, special offers, or new services that align with your interests. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails.
d. To Comply with Legal Obligations
We may use your data to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.
3. Sharing Your Information
We respect your privacy and will never sell your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data in the following circumstances:
a. Service Providers
We work with trusted third-party providers who assist us in operating our business:
- Payment processors (e.g., Stripe or PayPal) for secure transactions
- Email marketing platforms for newsletters and updates (e.g., Mailchimp)
- Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to track website performance
These providers are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and only access data necessary to perform their services.
b. Legal Compliance
We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests from public authorities (e.g., court orders).
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and gather analytics data. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us understand how visitors interact with our site and improve functionality.
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the operation of our website (e.g., enabling secure logins).
- Performance Cookies: Help us analyze site usage and improve functionality (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements based on user interests.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.
5. Your Rights Over Your Data
Depending on where you reside, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information under applicable privacy laws such as GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) or CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act). These rights include:
a. Access and Portability
You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
b. Correction
If any of the information we have is inaccurate or incomplete, you can request corrections.
c. Deletion
You can request that we delete your personal data unless we are required by law to retain it.
d. Opt-Out
You can opt out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” in our emails.
To exercise these rights, please contact us.
6. Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Our security measures include:
- Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption for all transactions
- Regular monitoring of systems for vulnerabilities
- Restricted access to sensitive data
While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet is entirely secure.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.
For example:
- Contact form submissions: Retained for 12 months
- Booking details: Retained for 5 years for financial records
- Marketing preferences: Retained until you unsubscribe
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites for additional resources or services (e.g., event registration platforms). Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.
9. Updates to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.
When updates are made:
- The “Effective Date” will be revised.
- Significant changes will be communicated via email if applicable.
- The updated policy will be posted on this page.
We encourage you to review this page regularly for updates.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:
Delicious Expansion
By using www.deliciousexpansion.com, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.