Privacy Policy

At Charleston Foodie, LLC (“company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect from you on our website, Charleston-Foodie.com (the “website”), and explains how we use that information. The term “you” refers to anyone accessing, visiting, or interacting with our website.

By using the website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. Your continued use of the website following any updates signifies your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please discontinue using the website.

Children’s Privacy

We respect the privacy of children, and we define a “child” as anyone under the age of 13. The content on our website is intended for individuals aged 18 and over. Children under the age of 13 are prohibited from using the site, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If you believe we have received information from a child without parental consent, please contact us, and we will promptly delete the data.

Information We Collect & How It’s Used

When you visit our website, you may provide personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, billing information, and other details. This information may be collected through actions like registering on the site, making purchases, subscribing to newsletters, leaving comments, or filling out forms.

This personal data helps us personalize your experience, improve the site’s functionality, offer customer support, process transactions, deliver promotions, and follow up with you via email, chat, or phone.

We may also gather certain technical details automatically, such as your IP address, browsing behavior, and geographic location through tools like Google Analytics. This data helps us analyze website performance and optimize user experience.

Comments & Social Media

If you leave a comment on our website, your comment and metadata are stored indefinitely. This allows us to recognize and approve follow-up comments. Your name, email, and website details are not shared with third parties unless necessary for communication.

Engaging with us on social media platforms makes your interactions public. Once shared, this information is no longer private, and we are not responsible for its use by others.

Cookies

We may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. These are small data files stored on your device to collect non-personal information such as IP address, location, and browsing history. Cookies also save your preferences, making it easier for you to navigate the site. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though doing so could limit website functionality.

Web Beacons & Pixels

In addition to cookies, we may use web beacons (also known as pixels or GIFs) to track user behavior and customize advertising. Third-party platforms, such as Facebook, may use these technologies to deliver targeted ads based on your site visits.

Third-Party Links & Services

Our website may feature links to third-party websites or services. Once you leave our site, you are subject to the privacy policies of those third parties. We have no control over their content or privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies before engaging.

Disclosure of Your Information

We do not share your personal information without your consent, except under the following circumstances:

  • With trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our website.
  • To comply with legal obligations.
  • In the event of a merger, acquisition, or business transfer.

Email Marketing

By subscribing to our email list, you agree to receive newsletters, updates, and promotional content. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” at the bottom of our emails.

GDPR & Visitor Rights

For users located within the European Union (EU), we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). You have the right to access, correct, restrict, or delete your personal data. You may also withdraw consent for data processing at any time.

Security

We prioritize the security of your personal information but cannot guarantee 100% protection due to the nature of online transmissions. We use third-party vendors for payment transactions, and any data shared during purchases is managed by those vendors.

Policy Updates

This policy is effective as of 8/26/2024 and may be updated periodically. We encourage you to check back for future updates, as continued use of the site implies acceptance of the changes.

Contact Us

For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].