Privacy policy

Sweet as Choice Bakery – Privacy Policy

Last updated: 2/07/2024

At Sweet as Choice Bakery, your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our website, purchase our products, or communicate with us. By using our website or services, you agree to this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide our services and improve your experience:

From you directly:

  • Name, email, phone number, address

  • Order details and payment information

  • Account information (if you create an account)

  • Messages you send us or customer support requests

Automatically (Cookies & Analytics):

  • Device and browser information

  • Pages visited, time on site, items viewed

  • IP address and network details

From third parties:

  • Shopify and other service providers (for payments, shipping, analytics)

  • Marketing or advertising partners

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process orders, payments, and deliveries

  • Communicate about your orders, account, or inquiries

  • Improve our website and services

  • Prevent fraud and protect our business

  • Send marketing or promotional offers (you can opt out anytime)

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with:

  • Service providers who help us run our business (e.g., shipping, payment processors, IT support)

  • Marketing partners for promotions and advertising

  • Affiliates or business partners, if relevant to our operations

  • Legal authorities if required by law

We do not sell your personal information.

4. User Content

Any reviews or content you post publicly on our site can be seen by others. Please only share information you are comfortable with being public.

5. Third-Party Websites

Our site may link to other websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Always read their policies before providing your information.

6. Children

Our services are not intended for children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 16. If you believe we have collected data from a child, contact us to have it removed.

7. Security & Retention

We take reasonable measures to protect your information, but no system is completely secure. We keep your data only as long as necessary to provide services, fulfill legal obligations, or resolve disputes.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal information

  • Restrict or withdraw consent for certain uses

  • Receive a copy of your data or transfer it elsewhere

To exercise these rights, or to update your communication preferences, contact us at sweetaschoicebakery@gmail.com.

9. Complaints

If you have concerns about how your information is handled, contact us first. You may also have the right to contact your local data protection authority.

10. International Users

Your data may be stored or processed outside New Zealand, including by our service providers in other countries. We ensure transfers comply with relevant privacy laws.

11. Contact Us

For any questions or privacy concerns, email us at:
sweetaschoicebakery@gmail.com

Or write to:
Sweet as Choice Limited
5/3034 Great North Road, New Lynn, Auckland 0600, New Zealand