At Oats and Quinoa, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your information when you interact with our website, located at https://www.oatsandquinoa.com.
By using our site, you consent to the practices outlined below.
What Information We Collect
We may collect personal and non-personal information from you when you:
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Fill out forms
- Interact with site features (e.g., comments, recipes, giveaways)
Personal Identifiable Information (PII) includes your name, email address, or any information that can be used to identify you.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Personalize content and recommendations
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Respond to inquiries or customer service requests
- Send newsletters, promotions, and updates you opted into
- Administer contests, surveys, or other site features
- Show relevant ads and affiliate offers
How We Protect Your Information
Your personal data is stored securely using industry-standard protections:
- SSL (Secure Socket Layer) encryption
- Secure hosting environments
- Limited access to authorized personnel only, bound by confidentiality agreements
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Store your preferences for future visits
- Track user behavior for analytics
- Serve personalized ads
- Improve website performance
You can disable cookies in your browser settings. Note that doing so may limit some features of our site.
Third-Party Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or trade your PII. We may share data with trusted partners who help us operate our site and services, as long as they agree to keep your information confidential. We may also disclose information:
- To comply with legal obligations
- To protect the safety or rights of our users or the public
Advertising and Affiliate Relationships
We may use Google AdSense and other third-party vendors for interest-based advertising. These vendors may use cookies to deliver ads based on your visits to this and other sites.
You can manage or opt out of personalized ads via Google Ad Settings.
We may also participate in affiliate marketing programs (such as Amazon Associates), where we earn a commission on qualifying purchases made through affiliate links. These links use cookies to track referrals.
Do Not Track (DNT) Signals
We respect Do Not Track signals. When enabled in your browser, we will not track or plant cookies beyond what’s necessary for core site functionality.
Your Rights Under CalOPPA (California Online Privacy Protection Act)
In compliance with CalOPPA, we:
- Provide this Privacy Policy prominently on our website
- Allow users to visit our site anonymously
- Honor DNT browser signals
- Provide a method to review and request updates to collected personal data
To request details about your information, contact us below.
Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal data from anyone under the age of 13. If we learn that we have collected data from a child under 13, we will promptly delete it.
Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected users via email within 7 business days, as required by law.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
