Your privacy is very important to us. Accordingly, we have developed this Policy in order for you to understand how we collect, use, communicate and disclose and make use of personal information. The following outlines our privacy policy.
- Before or at the time of collecting personal information, we will identify the purposes for which information is being collected.
- We will collect and use of personal information solely with the objective of fulfilling those purposes specified by us and for other compatible purposes, unless we obtain the consent of the individual concerned or as required by law.
- We will only retain personal information as long as necessary for the fulfillment of those purposes.
- We will collect personal information by lawful and fair means and, where appropriate, with the knowledge or consent of the individual concerned.
- Personal data should be relevant to the purposes for which it is to be used, and, to the extent necessary for those purposes, should be accurate, complete, and up-to-date.
- We will protect personal information by reasonable security safeguards against loss or theft, as well as unauthorized access, disclosure, copying, use or modification.
- We will make readily available to customers information about our policies and practices relating to the management of personal information.
We are committed to conducting our business in accordance with these principles in order to ensure that the confidentiality of personal information is protected and maintained.
This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which Tori Winning (pen name Tori Fry) collects, uses, maintains and discloses information collected from users (each, a "User") of the https://www.somethingdelicious.co website ("Site"). This privacy policy applies to the Site, the online shop hosted by Selz (https://victoriafry.selz.com), and all products and services offered by Tori Winning.
Personal identification information
We may collect personal identification information from Users in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to, when Users visit our site, fill out a form, and in connection with other activities, services, features or resources we make available on our Site. Users may be asked for, as appropriate, name and email address. Users may, however, 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 personal identification information, except that it may prevent them from engaging in certain Site related activities.
Non-personal identification information
We may collect non-personal identification information about Users whenever they interact with our Site. Non-personal identification information may include the browser name, the type of computer and technical information about Users means of connection to our Site, such as the operating system and the Internet service providers utilized and other similar information.
Google Analytics
We also use Google Analytics to help us understand how our customers use the Site--you can read more about how Google uses your Personal Information here: https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en. You can also opt-out of Google Analytics here: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
Web browser cookies
Our Site may use "cookies" to enhance User experience. User's web browser places cookies on their hard drive for record-keeping purposes and sometimes to track information about them. User 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.
How we use collected information
Tori Winning may collect and use User's personal information for the following purposes:
- To run and operate our Site: We may need your information to display content on the Site correctly.
- To improve customer service: Information you provide helps us respond to your customer service requests and support needs more efficiently.
- To personalize user experience: We may use information in the aggregate to understand how our Users as a group use the services and resources provided on our Site.
- To improve our Site: We may use feedback you provide to improve our products and services.
- To process payments: We may use the information Users provide about themselves when placing an order only to provide service to that order. We do not share this information with outside parties except to the extent necessary to provide the service.
- To send periodic emails: We may use the email address to respond to their inquiries, questions, and/or other requests.
How we protect your information
We adopt appropriate data collection, storage and processing practices and security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure or destruction of your personal information, username, password, transaction information and data stored on our Site.
Sensitive and private data exchange between the Site and its Users happens over a SSL secured communication channel and is encrypted and protected with digital signatures.
Sharing your personal information
We do not sell, trade, or rent Users personal identification information to others. We may share generic aggregated demographic information not linked to any personal identification information regarding visitors and users with our business partners, trusted affiliates and advertisers for the purposes outlined above. We may use third party service providers to help us operate our business and the Site or administer activities on our behalf, such as sending out newsletters or surveys. We may share your information with these third parties for those limited purposes provided that you have given us your permission.
Electronic newsletters
If User decides to opt-in to our mailing list, they will receive emails that may include company news, updates, related product or service information, etc. We may use third party service providers to help us operate our business and the Site or administer activities on our behalf, such as sending out newsletters or surveys. We may share your information with these third parties for those limited purposes provided that you have given us your permission.
For Further Clarification
The security of your information is a top priority for me, and I never want you to feel uncomfortable! So, to accompany the legalese, let me further clarify my intent regarding sign-ups to receive email communications:
I will never share the information you provide with anyone other than the third party I use for sending my newsletters and other communications. Currently, that is Mailchimp. I’ve used them for several years now and have been consistently impressed with their dedication to customer service and security. If you wish to have a look at their documentation, here’s a link to their privacy policy.
By signing up for Letters from the Acorn Den, the Tea Party Chronicles, or any other freebies and live events from Something Delicious, you give your consent to providing Open Tracking data. What this means is a little invisible image (1x1 pixels) is embedded in each email. So long as you’ve chosen to display images in your emails, Mailchimp's secure system will be able to tell, thanks to that image, that the email has been opened.
Open Tracking allows me to be able to do things like:
- sending your requested checklists a second time if, after a few days, it appears that you haven’t received them
- getting a sense of which topics most interest you, so I can tailor future communications to those interests
- ensuring you’ve received the information necessary to attend a live event, like one of the Tea Party Chronicles
You may unsubscribe at any time through the link provided at the bottom of every email. If that doesn’t seem to be working, please email me (victoriafry@somethingdelicious.co) and I’ll make sure the change is made as soon as possible!
One last thing: if you're under 17 years of age, you must have parental permission before providing your personal information for any of these mailing lists.
Third party websites
Users may find advertising or other content on our Site that link to the sites and services of our partners, suppliers, advertisers, sponsors, licencors 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. In addition, these sites or services, including their content and links, may be constantly changing. These sites 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.
Selz (Online Shop)
Tori Winning uses Selz to power her online store. You can read more about how Selz uses your Personal Information here: https://selz.com/privacy.
Changes to this privacy policy
Tori Winning has the discretion to update this privacy policy at any time. When we do, the date at the bottom of this page will be revised accordingly. We encourage Users to frequently check this page for any changes to stay informed about how we are helping to protect the personal information 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 at:
victoriafry@somethingdelicious.co
Tori Winning
PO Box 23104
Victoria, BC V8V3X0
Canada
This document was last updated on February 4, 2021