This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which "Site" collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information collected from users (each, a "User") of the http://www.GourmetElements.com website ("Site"). This statement governs our privacy policies with respect to those Users of the Site who visit without transacting business and Users who register to transact business on the Site and make use of the various products and services offered by Gourmet Elements.

“Personally Identifiable Information” ("PII") refers to any information that identifies or can be used to identify, contact, or locate the person to whom such information pertains, including, but not limited to, name, address, phone number, email address, social security number, and credit card information. PII does not include information that is collected anonymously (that is, without identification of the individual user) or demographic information not connected to an identified individual.

We may collect PII from Users in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to, when Users visit our site, fill out a form, register on the site, place an order, respond to a survey, and in connection with other activities, services, features, or resources we make available on our Site.

Users may be asked for, as appropriate, name, email address, phone number. However, Users may also visit our Site anonymously. We will collect personal identification information from Users only if they voluntarily submit such information to us. Users can always refuse to supply PII, although that it may prevent them from engaging in and accessing certain Site-related activities and features and from purchasing products and services offered on the Site.

How does the Site use PII?

We use PII to customize and personalize the Site, to perform services Users requested, to send Users information they agreed to receive about topics we think will be of interest to them, to make appropriate product and service offerings, and to improve our Site and provide customer service.

Who is the information shared with?

We do not sell, trade, or rent Users personal identification information to others. We may share generic, aggregated demographic information not linked to any PII regarding visitors and users with our business partners, trusted affiliates, and advertisers for the purposes outlined above. We may also use third party service providers, vendors, subsidiaries, affiliates, successor in interest, or subcontractors to help us operate our business and the Site or administer activities on our behalf, such as sending out newsletters or surveys.

How is Personally Identifiable Information stored?

Personally Identifiable Information collected by Gourmet Elements is securely stored and is not accessible to third parties or employees of Gourmet Elements except for use as indicated above.

How long will Personally Identifiable Information stored?

Information may be stored indefinitely until User asks for it to be deleted.

User Rights

Users have the right to request access, rectification, and erasure or the 'right to be forgotten' of PII.

Users have the right to withdraw consent for data processing at any time by emailing Support@GourmetElements.com.

Users have a right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority with jurisdiction over the GDPR.

We will not require you to provide any data beyond what is required for the purposes of completing a contract.

What choices are available to Visitors regarding collection, use and distribution of the information?

Users may opt-out of receiving unsolicited information from or being contacted by us and/or our vendors and affiliated agencies by unsubscribing from our email list as instructed at the bottom of each email.

Are Cookies Used on the Site?

Cookies may be used on our Site for a variety of reasons. We use Cookies to obtain information about the preferences of our Users and the products and services they select. User's web browser places cookies on their hard drive for record-keeping purposes and sometimes to track information about them. Users may choose to set their web browser to refuse cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If they do so, note that some parts of the Site may not function properly.

Third Party Websites and Affiliate Programs

Users may find advertising, links to affiliate programs, and other content on our Site that link to the sites and services of our partners, suppliers, advertisers, sponsors, licensors, and other third parties. We do not control the content or links that appear on these sites and are not responsible for the practices employed by websites linked to or from our Site.

Additionally, these sites, products, and services, including their content and links, may change at any time. These sites, products, and services may have their own privacy policies and customer service policies. Browsing and interaction on any other website, including websites which have a link to our Site, is subject to that website's own terms and policies.

How can Visitors correct any inaccuracies in PII?

Users may contact us to update PII about them or to correct any inaccuracies by emailing us at Support@GourmetElements.com

What happens if the Privacy Policy Changes?

This Site has the discretion to update this privacy policy at any time. We will let our Users know about changes to our privacy policy by posting such changes on the Site. We encourage Users to frequently check this page for any changes to stay informed about how we are helping to protect the PII we collect. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this privacy policy periodically and become aware of modifications.

Your Acceptance of These Terms

By using this Site, you signify your acceptance of this policy. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use our Site. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes to this policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.

Contacting Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of this site, or your dealings with this Site, please contact us.

Email: Support@GourmetElements.com

 

This document was last updated on September 23rd, 2019