Introduction
At Scovillism.org, we are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is protected. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and store your information when you visit our website, interact with our services, or participate in Scovillism-related activities. By using Scovillism.org, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
If you have any questions or concerns about our practices, please contact us at [email protected].
Information We Collect
We collect personal data to provide and improve our services. The types of information we collect include:
1. Personal Identifiable Information (PII)
- Contact Details: Name, email address, phone number, and physical address (when provided during purchases, newsletter sign-ups, or inquiries).
- Payment Information: Billing address and transaction details.
2. Non-Personal Information
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device information, and browsing behavior.
3. Cookies and Tracking Data
- We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
4. Special Categories of Personal Data
- We do not intentionally collect sensitive information (e.g., religious beliefs, health data), except when explicitly submitted by you in alignment with Scovillism practices.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
1. To Provide Services
- Order Fulfillment: Fulfill orders for hot sauces or other products.
- Membership Management: Manage memberships or participation in Scovillism events and activities.
2. To Enhance Your Experience
- Website Improvement: Improve website functionality, personalize content, and analyze user behavior.
3. To Communicate with You
- Updates and Promotions: Send promotional emails, newsletters, or updates about Scovillism (only with your explicit consent).
4. To Comply with Legal Obligations
- Legal Compliance: Meet legal and regulatory requirements or resolve disputes.
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we rely on the following legal bases to process your personal data:
- Consent: When you provide explicit consent for data collection (e.g., newsletter sign-up).
- Contractual Necessity: When processing is necessary to fulfill a contract (e.g., shipping purchased products).
- Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.
- Legitimate Interest: For legitimate business purposes (e.g., improving our website).
Sharing and Disclosure of Information
We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share your data under the following circumstances:
1. Service Providers
- With third-party vendors that support our operations (e.g., payment processors, shipping services).
2. Legal Obligations
- If required to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.
3. Business Transfers
- In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred as part of the business transaction.
Your Rights (GDPR & USA Compliance)
Rights for EEA Residents (GDPR)
- Access and Data Portability: Request a copy of your data or transfer it to another service.
- Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Erasure (Right to Be Forgotten): Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal requirements.
- Restrict Processing: Limit how your data is used.
- Withdraw Consent: Opt-out of marketing communications or withdraw previously provided consent.
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].
Rights for U.S. Residents (CCPA)
- Access to Information: Request a report on the personal data we collect, use, and share.
- Delete Data: Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
- Opt-Out of Sale: While we do not sell your data, you have the right to opt out of any data-sharing agreements that might be considered a “sale” under the CCPA.
- Non-Discrimination: You have the right not to face discrimination for exercising your privacy rights.
Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.
Data Security
We employ robust security measures to protect your information, including encryption, firewalls, and secure storage systems. While we take every precaution, no method of online transmission is 100% secure.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
What Are Cookies?
- Cookies are small files stored on your device to enhance your browsing experience.
How We Use Them
- Session Cookies: To maintain functionality.
- Analytics Cookies: To monitor website performance.
Managing Cookies
- You can disable cookies through your browser settings; however, this may impact website functionality.
International Data Transfers
For users outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S. or other countries. By using Scovillism.org, you consent to the transfer of your data in compliance with applicable data protection laws.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect data from them. If you believe we have unintentionally collected such data, contact us to request its deletion.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”
Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or to exercise your rights, please contact us at:
- Email: [email protected]