Effective Date: 5/20/2025

At Texas Hill Country Essentials, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit our website, how we use it, and your rights related to that information.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you use our website:

a. Personal Information

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number (if provided)
  • Shipping and billing address (during checkout)
  • Payment information (processed securely via third-party services)

b. Non-Personal Information

  • Browser type
  • IP address
  • Pages visited
  • Referring website
  • Time spent on pages
  • Device type

This data helps us improve website performance and user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process and fulfill orders
  • Communicate with you (e.g., order updates, customer service)
  • Improve our website and services
  • Send marketing emails (only if you opt-in)
  • Prevent fraud or misuse

3. Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Keep track of items in your shopping cart
  • Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
  • Remember your preferences

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share it with:

  • Payment processors (e.g., PayPal, Stripe)
  • Shipping providers (e.g., USPS, UPS)
  • Website plugins or tools (e.g., WooCommerce, analytics services)

All third-party providers are required to maintain your privacy.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information using secure technologies and procedures. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data
  • Correct or update your data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Withdraw consent (for marketing communications)

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at:

Email: [email protected]