At Dessertique (“we,” “our,” or “us”), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled safely and responsibly. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your data when you visit or interact with https://www.dessertique.com (the “Site”).

By accessing the Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this Policy, please discontinue use of the Site.

1️⃣ Information We Collect

We collect and process various types of personal data to enhance your browsing experience and ensure the smooth operation of the Site.

a) Personal Information You Provide Directly

When you voluntarily interact with us—such as by subscribing to our newsletter, submitting contact forms, participating in giveaways, or posting comments—you may provide:

  • Full name;
  • Email address;
  • Mailing address (for giveaways or product shipments);
  • Any other personal data you choose to share.

b) Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Site, we automatically collect certain technical data, including:

  • Internet Protocol (IP) address;
  • Browser type and version;
  • Device identifiers;
  • Pages visited and time spent on each page;
  • Date and time of access;
  • Referring URL (the website you came from).

We collect this information using cookies, server logs, and similar tracking technologies. Please see our Cookie Policy for further details.

c) Information from Third Parties

We may receive personal data from third-party sources, such as advertising partners, analytics services, or social media platforms, in accordance with their privacy practices and your account settings.

2️⃣ How We Use Your Information

We use your data for the following purposes, always within the bounds of applicable privacy laws:

  • To Provide and Maintain the Site: Ensuring smooth functionality and user support.
  • To Improve User Experience: Analyzing user behavior to enhance content, layout, and overall experience.
  • To Communicate with You: Sending newsletters, promotional materials, or service-related communications you have opted into.
  • To Enforce Legal Obligations: Complying with legal or regulatory requirements, preventing fraud, and ensuring Site security.
  • For Marketing and Advertising: Tailoring content and advertisements (with your consent, where required).

We will never use your personal data for purposes incompatible with those described above without notifying you and obtaining consent when required.

3️⃣ Legal Basis for Processing

For visitors from the European Economic Area (EEA), our processing of your personal data is based on:

  • Your consent;
  • The performance of a contract;
  • Compliance with legal obligations;
  • Legitimate business interests (provided these do not override your fundamental rights).

4️⃣ Sharing and Disclosure of Data

We respect your privacy and do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may disclose your data in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We engage trusted third parties (e.g., email marketing platforms, website hosting providers) who process data on our behalf.
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your data may be transferred as part of that transaction.
  • Legal Compliance: When required by law or legal process, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

Each third party is contractually obligated to handle your data securely and use it only for the purposes specified.

5️⃣ Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which we collected it, including satisfying legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

6️⃣ Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights:

  • Access: Request access to your personal data.
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal exceptions).
  • Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
  • Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@dessertique.com. We may require identity verification for security purposes.

7️⃣ Data Security

We implement robust technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. Despite these efforts, no online system is entirely secure. We encourage you to use caution when sharing personal information online.

8️⃣ International Data Transfers

If you access the Site from outside US, your data may be transferred to, processed, and stored in countries with data protection standards different from your own. By using the Site, you consent to such transfers.

9️⃣ Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to external websites, affiliate offers, and social media platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and encourage you to review their policies independently.

🔟 Children’s Privacy

Dessertique is not directed to children under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe we have unintentionally collected such data, please contact us immediately for removal.

1️⃣1️⃣ Updates to This Policy

We reserve the right to amend this Privacy Policy at any time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting an updated version on this page with a new effective date. Your continued use of the Site after such changes constitutes your acceptance.

Contact Us

For any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:

Dessertique Privacy Team
Email: info@dessertique.com

Effective Date: 2025-05-01