Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 3/18/26
Website: ElizabethGengle.com

Elizabeth Gengle (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide through this website. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we share it, and the choices you have regarding your information.

By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

Information You Voluntarily Provide

You may provide personal information when you:

  • fill out a contact form
  • submit an inquiry
  • register for an event
  • purchase a product or service
  • sign up for emails or updates
  • otherwise communicate with us

This information may include:

  • name
  • email address
  • phone number
  • billing information
  • mailing address
  • payment-related details
  • any other information you choose to provide

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the website, certain information may be collected automatically, such as:

  • IP address
  • browser type
  • device type
  • operating system
  • pages viewed
  • referring website
  • date and time of visit
  • general usage and traffic data

This information may be collected through cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies.

How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • provide, operate, and maintain the website
  • respond to inquiries or customer service requests
  • process purchases, registrations, or payments
  • send confirmations, receipts, or service-related communications
  • improve website functionality and user experience
  • monitor website traffic and usage trends
  • send marketing or promotional emails, where permitted
  • comply with legal obligations
  • protect against fraud, unauthorized transactions, or misuse of the website

Payments

If you make a purchase or payment through this website, your payment information may be processed through WooCommerce and third-party payment processors such as Stripe. We do not store full credit card numbers on our servers unless specifically stated otherwise.

These payment service providers may collect and process information such as:

  • name
  • billing address
  • payment card details
  • transaction amount
  • transaction date
  • other information necessary to complete the transaction

Your payment information is subject to the privacy policy and security practices of the third-party payment processor used on this website, including Stripe where applicable.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • with service providers who help operate the website or provide services on our behalf
  • with WooCommerce, Stripe, and related payment service providers to complete transactions
  • with email service providers for communications you have requested or consented to receive
  • when required by law, subpoena, or legal process
  • to protect our rights, property, security, or users
  • in connection with a business transfer, merger, sale, or reorganization, if applicable

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

This website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • help the site function properly
  • remember user preferences
  • understand how visitors use the website
  • improve performance and content
  • support analytics and marketing efforts

You can usually control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some website functionality.

Analytics and Third-Party Tools

We may use third-party tools such as website analytics services to understand how visitors use the site. These services may collect information about your visit and use cookies or similar technologies.

Examples may include:

  • Google Analytics
  • WooCommerce
  • Stripe
  • website hosting tools
  • security or spam prevention services
  • email marketing platforms

These third parties handle data according to their own privacy policies.

Email Communications

If you provide your email address, we may use it to:

  • respond to your message
  • send service-related communications
  • send updates, newsletters, or promotional content if you have opted in

You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in the email or contacting us directly.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including to:

  • provide requested services
  • complete transactions
  • maintain business and financial records
  • comply with legal obligations
  • resolve disputes
  • enforce agreements

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to help protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:

  • request access to the personal information we hold about you
  • request correction of inaccurate information
  • request deletion of your information, where applicable
  • opt out of marketing communications

To make a privacy-related request, please contact us using the contact information below.

Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that personal information from a child under 13 has been collected without appropriate consent, we will take reasonable steps to delete it.

Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of those third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

California Privacy Notice

If you are a California resident, you may have rights under California law regarding certain personal information we collect, use, and disclose. To exercise any applicable rights, please contact us using the information below.

We do not sell personal information as traditionally understood. However, some third-party website tools may collect data through cookies or similar technologies.

International Visitors

If you access this website from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. By using this website, you consent to such transfer and processing.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted means you accept the updated policy.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Elizabeth Gengle
support@elizabethgengle.com

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P.O. Box 913
Petoskey, MI  49770
231.330.5623