PRIVACY POLICY
Effective Date: October 2025
Smell My Tarts (“we,” “our,” “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit or make a purchase from our website.
Business Name: Smell My Tarts
Email: smellmytarts@myyahoo.com
Location: Chapmanville, WV, United States, 25508
Our website is hosted on Squarespace, and payments are processed securely through their platform.
SECTION 1 – INFORMATION WE COLLECT
When you make a purchase, we collect personal information such as your name, billing and shipping address, email address, and payment details as part of the transaction process.
When you browse our website, we also receive your computer’s Internet Protocol (IP) address automatically. This helps us understand your browser and operating system so we can improve your experience.
With your permission, we may use your email to send occasional updates about new products, sales, and special offers.
SECTION 2 – CONSENT
How do we get your consent?
When you provide personal information to complete a transaction, verify your payment, place an order, or arrange for delivery, you consent to our collecting and using it for that purpose only.
If we ask for your information for any additional reason (like marketing), we will either ask for your expressed consent or give you the opportunity to decline.
How to withdraw your consent:
You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at smellmytarts@myyahoo.com.
SECTION 3 – DISCLOSURE
We may disclose your personal information if required by law or if you violate our Terms of Service.
SECTION 4 – SQUARESPACE & PAYMENTS
Our online store is hosted on Squarespace. They provide us with the e-commerce platform that allows us to sell our products to you.
Your data is stored securely through Squarespace’s data storage and databases, protected by a secure server and firewall.
Payment:
Payments are processed through Squarespace’s secure payment systems. All transactions comply with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS). Your payment information is encrypted and stored only as long as necessary to complete your transaction.
For more information, please review Squarespace’s policies:
SECTION 5 – THIRD-PARTY SERVICES
In general, the third-party providers we use will collect, use, and disclose your information only as needed to perform their services.
Some providers (like payment processors) may be located in jurisdictions different from yours. If you proceed with a transaction involving these providers, your information may become subject to the laws of those jurisdictions.
Once you leave our website or are redirected to a third-party site, this Privacy Policy no longer applies.
Links:
Links on our website may take you to other sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other websites and encourage you to read their privacy policies.
SECTION 6 – SECURITY
We take reasonable precautions and follow industry best practices to protect your personal information.
Payment information is encrypted using SSL technology and stored with AES-256 encryption. While no method of internet transmission is 100% secure, we comply with PCI-DSS and other accepted security standards.
SECTION 7 – COOKIES
We use cookies to provide a smooth shopping experience. Cookies help us keep track of your session, cart contents, and store preferences. You can choose to opt out of cookies through your browser settings, but this may impact certain features of the site.
SECTION 8 – AGE OF CONSENT
By using this site, you confirm that you are at least the age of majority in your state or province, or you have provided consent for your minor dependents to use this site.
SECTION 9 – CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes take effect immediately upon posting. We encourage you to check this page periodically to stay informed.
SECTION 10 – ADVERTISING OPT-OUT
If you wish to opt out of advertising tracking, you can do so using this link. Opting out does not stop ads entirely, but it will prevent interest-based targeting.
SECTION 11 – MOBILE MESSAGING (IF APPLICABLE)
By opting in to receive text messages from Smell My Tarts, you agree to receive marketing messages and updates at the phone number you provide. Message frequency varies. Standard message and data rates may apply.
You can unsubscribe at any time by replying STOP to any message. For help, reply HELP or email us at smellmytarts@myyahoo.com.
We do not share mobile numbers or SMS opt-in data with third parties.
QUESTIONS & CONTACT INFORMATION
To access, correct, amend, or delete your personal information—or for questions—please contact us at:
Email: smellmytarts@myyahoo.com
Location: Chapmanville, WV, United States, 25508