Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 9/4/2025

Introduction

BarbequeSauce.com ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [BarbequeSauce.com] and use our services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by the terms described herein and all terms incorporated by reference. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not access or use our site.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

Subscribe to our email newsletter
Download our free guides and resources
Contact us through our contact forms
Participate in surveys or contests
Leave comments or reviews

This information may include:

Email address
First and last name
BBQ preferences and cooking interests
Survey responses and feedback
Any other information you choose to provide

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns, including:

Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type
Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click patterns, referral sources
Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address
Cookies and Tracking Data: As described in our Cookie Policy below

Third-Party Information

We may receive information about you from third-party sources, such as:

Analytics providers (Google Analytics, GoHighLevel)
Email service providers (GoHighLevel, Mailchimp)
Social media platforms (when you interact with our social content)
Affiliate partners (Amazon Associates, other retailers)

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

Primary Uses

Newsletter delivery and email communications
Content personalization based on your interests and preferences
Customer support and responding to your inquiries
Free resource delivery (BBQ guides, recipes, tips)
Website improvement and user experience optimization

Marketing and Communications

Sending promotional emails about BBQ products, recipes, and tips
Notifying you about sales, deals, and new content
Conducting surveys and gathering feedback
Personalizing content recommendations

Analytics and Business Operations

Understanding website usage patterns and user behavior
Improving our content and services
Conducting research and analysis
Compliance with legal obligations

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except as described below:

Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting our business, including:

Email service providers (GoHighLevel, Mailchimp)
Analytics providers (Google Analytics)
Web hosting services
Payment processors (if applicable)
Customer support tools

These service providers are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential and use it only for the purposes for which we disclose it.

Affiliate Partners

When you click on affiliate links or make purchases through our recommendations, certain information may be shared with:

Amazon Associates Program
Other retail affiliate partners

This sharing is limited to purchase-related data necessary for commission tracking and does not include your personal contact information unless you provide it directly to those retailers.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to:

Court orders or legal process
Requests from government agencies
Protection of our rights, property, or safety
Protection of our users or the public

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of our business, your information may be transferred to the new owners as part of the transaction.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit our website. We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Required for basic website functionality
Enable core features like security and accessibility
Cannot be disabled without affecting site performance

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors use our site
Provide insights into popular content and user behavior
Used by Google Analytics and similar services

Marketing Cookies

Used to deliver relevant advertisements
Track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
Enable social media sharing features

Preference Cookies

Remember your settings and preferences
Personalize your experience on return visits
Store your email subscription preferences

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. Most browsers allow you to:

View and delete cookies
Block cookies from specific sites
Block third-party cookies
Clear all cookies when closing the browser

Email Communications

Newsletter Subscriptions

When you subscribe to our newsletter, we will:

Send you regular emails with BBQ tips, recipes, and product recommendations
Occasionally send promotional emails about deals and special offers
Provide clear unsubscribe options in every email

Email Preferences

You can manage your email preferences by:

Clicking the unsubscribe link in any email
Contacting us directly at [INSERT EMAIL]
Updating your preferences through our preference center (if available)

Email Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your email data and use reputable email service providers with strong privacy practices.

Affiliate Marketing Disclosure

Amazon Associates Program

BarbequeSauce.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.

How Affiliate Marketing Works

We may earn commissions when you purchase products through our affiliate links
These commissions do not affect the price you pay
We only recommend products we genuinely believe in
Our reviews and recommendations remain honest and unbiased

Tracking and Attribution

When you click affiliate links, cookies may be placed on your device to track purchases for commission purposes. This tracking is handled by the affiliate partners and subject to their privacy policies.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Security Measures Include

Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption for data transmission
Regular security updates and patches
Restricted access to personal information
Secure data storage practices
Regular security assessments

Data Breach Notification

In the unlikely event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you and relevant authorities as required by law.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including:

Email subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion
Analytics data: Typically 24-38 months
Customer service records: As long as reasonably necessary
Legal compliance: As required by applicable laws

You may request deletion of your personal information at any time by contacting us.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Portability

Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format

Correction and Updates

Request correction of inaccurate personal information
Update your preferences and contact information

Deletion

Request deletion of your personal information
We will comply unless we have a legitimate reason to retain the data

Objection and Restriction

Object to certain types of processing
Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances

Withdrawal of Consent

Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time
Unsubscribe from email lists through provided links

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [INSERT EMAIL ADDRESS].

International Data Transfers

If you are located outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where our servers and service providers are located. By using our services, you consent to this transfer.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including:

Amazon and other retailers
Social media platforms
Other cooking and recipe websites
Partner sites and resources

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by:

Posting the updated policy on our website
Sending an email notification to subscribers
Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy

Your continued use of our website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Website: https://barbequesauce.com
We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days.

State-Specific Privacy Rights

California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Right to Know: What personal information we collect and how we use it
Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights

Other State Privacy Laws

We comply with applicable state privacy laws, including those in Virginia, Colorado, and other states with comprehensive privacy legislation.

Cookie Policy

Detailed Cookie Information

Strictly Necessary Cookies

Session management
Security features
Basic site functionality

Performance Cookies

Google Analytics
Site performance monitoring
User experience optimization

Functional Cookies

Language preferences
Login information
User interface customization