Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://peppermint-tea-brewing.scoopsurge.com (hereinafter referred to as “Peppermint Tea Brewing,” “we,” or “our”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, handling, and protection of data in compliance with various international privacy laws, including but not limited to:

  • Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
  • Quebec Law 25
  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union (EU)
  • Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados Pessoais (LGPD) of Brazil
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)/California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
  • Colorado Privacy Act (CPA)
  • Utah Consumer Protection Act (UCPA)
  • Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA)
  • Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)
  • South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)

Scope

This policy applies to all aspects of our online presence, including but not limited to:

Please note that this policy does not extend to third-party websites, apps, or services accessible through links on our site. These entities have their own privacy policies governing data collection and usage.

Processing Activities

This policy describes how we handle your personal information when:

  1. Using Our Services: When you sign up as an authorized user for our applications and services, we collect and process your data to provide the requested services.
  2. Visiting Our Websites: We track user interactions on our websites to improve content and functionality.
  3. Communication: We may contact you via email, calls, or texts/SMS for various purposes, including newsletters, order updates, marketing, surveys, or feedback requests.

Personal Data Collection

We collect several types of personal data, which can include:

  • Account Details: Username, email address, and password hash (never stored in plain text).
  • Payment Information: Credit/debit card numbers, expiration dates, and security codes for secure transactions.
  • Financial Records: Bank account details (for direct deposits or payments).
  • Purchase History: Items bought, order dates, and quantities.
  • Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique device identifiers and IP addresses for analytics and personalization.
  • Location Data: GPS coordinates when you use location-based services.
  • Feedback and Reviews: Comments, ratings, and suggestions provided by users.
  • Social Media Information: User profiles, posts, and interactions (when sharing on our platforms).
  • Product Preferences: Choices, ratings, and reviews related to our products.

We obtain this data through direct user input, automatic logging files, and third-party sources who provide us with aggregated or de-identified information.

Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience on our websites and for analytics purposes:

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies: Ensure basic functions of the website, such as login sessions.
  • Preference Cookies: Remember user preferences for improved navigation.
  • Analytics Cookies: Track website usage metrics to optimize content and performance.

Users can manage their cookie choices through our Cookie Manager, allowing them to control non-essential cookies.

Retention and Deletion

We keep personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Once the retention period expires or upon request for deletion, we anonymize or securely delete your information from our systems and databases.

Security Measures

To protect your data, we have implemented robust security protocols:

  • Encryption: We use encryption for data at rest and in transit to safeguard sensitive information.
  • Secure Third-Party Processing: We engage trusted third parties who adhere to strict privacy standards to handle specific tasks on our behalf.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 18 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors, and any such data will be deleted if brought to our attention.

Your Rights

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

  • Access and rectification of your data.
  • Erasure (right to be forgotten).
  • Restriction or object to the processing of your data.
  • Right to data portability.
  • Right to withdraw consent.
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights.

To exercise these rights or if you have any data-related queries, please contact our Data Privacy Team via email at [email protected] or by post to our registered address.

Changes to Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any modifications will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage users to review this policy periodically for changes.

Contact Information

For privacy-related inquiries, unsubscribe requests, or feedback, please reach out to our Data Privacy Team:
Email: [email protected]
Address: [Provide Company Address]