Privacy Policy

For Circle J Meat - https://circlejmeat.com

Effective Date: August 14, 2025

1. Information We Collect
a. Information You Provide Directly
- Name
- Email address
- Billing and shipping addresses
- Phone number
- Payment details (processed by secure third-party providers; we do not store payment information)
- Account credentials (if you register an account)
- Product reviews, testimonials, or other user-submitted content 

b. Information Collected Automatically
- IP address
- Browser type and device data
- Website activity (pages visited, time on site, clicks)
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information
- Process and fulfill orders
- Provide shipping and delivery updates
- Communicate with you regarding purchases, support, or inquiries
- Send promotional emails and texts (only if you opt in)
- Analyze and improve our website, marketing, and services
- Comply with legal obligations

3. SMS Communications
If you provide your phone number, you may receive transactional or promotional text messages from us. By providing your mobile number, you consent to receive marketing messages from us via automated systems. Consent is not a condition of purchase. Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply. You can opt out at any time by replying “STOP” to any message.

4. How We Share Your Information
We never sell your personal information. We may share it with trusted service providers for specific purposes:
- Payment Processing: Stripe
- Shipping & Delivery: UPS, FedEx
- Analytics & Marketing: Google Analytics and similar platforms

These providers are only permitted to use your data to perform services on our behalf.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tools to:
- Remember preferences
- Improve website functionality
- Analyze site performance and user behavior
- Deliver relevant ads (if applicable)

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may impact certain site features.

6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as needed for the purposes described in this policy, typically for as long as you have an account with us or as required by law.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request corrections or updates
- Request deletion of your information
- Opt out of marketing communications (via email unsubscribe link or by texting “STOP”)

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@circlejmeat.com.

8. California Residents
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:
- The right to know what personal data we collect
- The right to request deletion of your personal data
- The right to opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data)

To make a request under CCPA, contact us at info@circlejmeat.com.

9. Do Not Track & Global Privacy Control
Our site does not currently respond to browser “Do Not Track” (DNT) signals or Global Privacy Control (GPC) settings. You can still manage cookies via your browser settings.

10. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before submitting any information.

12. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, misuse, or loss. All payment information is processed securely and never stored on our servers.

13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any significant changes will be communicated via email or a notice on our website. The effective date above reflects the most recent version.

14. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Phone: (979) 399-7362
Email: info@circlejmeat.com
Mailing Address: Circle J Meat, 1521 Antoine Dr., Houston, TX 77055