Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 25,2025
At Gulf Coast Cakes, we value your trust and take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, place an order, or interact with us online.
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1. Information We Collect
When you use our website or place an order, we may collect the following information:
• Your name
• Contact information (email address, phone number, billing/shipping address)
• Payment details (processed securely through third-party payment platforms like Afterpay or Stripe)
• Order details (including custom cake requests)
• Any messages or feedback you submit
We may also collect non-personal information such as browser type, device, or website usage data through cookies or analytics tools.
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2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
• Process and fulfill your orders
• Respond to your questions or customer service requests
• Improve our website and customer experience
• Send important updates, such as order confirmations or policy changes
• With your consent, share promotional offers, new products, or special announcements
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3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
We may share your information with trusted third-party services (e.g., payment processors or delivery platforms) only as needed to complete your order or operate our business.
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4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, or remember your preferences. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
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5. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. However, no system is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
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6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
• Access or correct your personal information
• Request that we delete your information (subject to legal and business obligations)
• Opt out of marketing communications at any time
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the information provided below.
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7. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe we have received information from a child under 13, please contact us so we can remove it.
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8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Effective Date” at the top. Your continued use of our website means you accept any changes.
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9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please reach out to us:
Email: gulfcoastcakes@yahoo.com
Phone: 256-694-5123
Business Name: Gulf Coast Cakes
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