Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to The Little Cheese Collective - Charcuterie Boards & Catering in the DMV. We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our catering services.

By using our website or services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at business@littlecheesecollective.com.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

When you contact us or place an order, we may collect the following information:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
• Event Details: Event type, date, guest count, and service preferences
• Order Information: Product selections, dietary restrictions, and special requests
• Communications: Any messages or notes you provide through our contact form

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information:

• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and device type
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns
• Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address

Local Storage

Our website uses your browser's local storage to save your shopping cart selections. This data is stored only on your device and is not transmitted to our servers until you submit an order request.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Order Fulfillment: To process your orders, coordinate delivery and setup, and communicate about your event
• Customer Service: To respond to your inquiries and provide support
• Communication: To send order confirmations, updates, and follow-up messages
• Improvement: To understand how our website is used and improve our services
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect and process your information:

Web3Forms

Our contact form is powered by Web3Forms, which processes form submissions and delivers them to us via email. Web3Forms may temporarily store your submission data. For more information, please review the Web3Forms Privacy Policy.

Google Search Console

We use Google Search Console to monitor and maintain our website's presence in Google Search results. This service helps us understand how our site appears in search and identify any technical issues. Google Search Console collects aggregated, anonymized data about search queries and clicks. For more information, please review the Google Privacy Policy.

Social Media

Our website contains links to our social media profiles on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. When you visit these platforms, their respective privacy policies apply.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and understand how you use our site.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• View what cookies are stored on your device
• Accept or reject cookies
• Delete all cookies when you close your browser

Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain features of our website.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Order and event information may be retained for our records and to improve our services.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request that we correct any inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information
• Opt-Out: Opt out of receiving marketing communications

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at business@littlecheesecollective.com.

Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: