Effective Date: 6/18/2025

Steve’s Food Market (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your data when you visit our website at https://stevesfoodmarket.com (“Website”), including when you contact us using the form located at https://stevesfoodmarket.com/contact/.

By using our Website or submitting information through it, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, you may contact us at:

Steve’s Food Market
104 Nassau Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11222
Phone: 347-916-0198
Email: [email protected]

2. Definitions

• Company – Steve’s Food Market.
  
• Website – https://stevesfoodmarket.com, including all pages, forms, and features.
  
• Cookies – Small files stored on your device to enhance browsing, track activity, and analyze performance.
  
• Personal Data – Information that identifies or can be reasonably linked to an individual, such as name, email address, and phone number.
  
• Usage Data – Information collected automatically when users interact with the Website, such as IP address and browser type.
  
• Service Providers – Third parties who assist with Website operations, hosting, analytics, email, and security.
  

3. Information Collected

A. Information You Submit

When you use our contact form, we collect:

• Name
  
• Email
  
• Phone Number
  
• Message
  

The form includes the following statement:
“I consent to Steve’s Food Market storing my submitted information so they can respond to my inquiry.”

By submitting the form, you acknowledge and consent to our collection and use of your data as described.

B. Information Collected Automatically

We may collect the following information through cookies and analytics:

• IP address
  
• Browser and device type
  
• Pages visited and time spent
  
• Referring URL or source
  
• Time and date of access
  

4. Use of Personal Data

We use your data to:

• Respond to your inquiries
  
• Process requests or orders
  
• Improve Website content and performance
  
• Ensure security and detect fraud
  
• Comply with applicable legal obligations
  

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

5. Cookies and Google Analytics

We use cookies and Google Analytics to understand user behavior and improve our Website. This includes:

• Session data
  
• Device and browser type
  
• Geographic region (approximate)
  
• Page views and navigation behavior
  

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by visiting:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

You may also adjust your browser settings to disable cookies.

6. Third-Party Sharing

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share your data with:

• Website hosting providers
  
• Email and form delivery services
  
• Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
  
• Legal authorities if required
  

Our service providers are contractually obligated to maintain confidentiality and protect your data.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as needed to:

• Fulfill the purpose it was collected for
  
• Comply with legal and accounting obligations
  
• Analyze Website performance (analytics data may be retained for up to 26 months)
  

8. User Rights

U.S. Users

You may request:

• Access to your personal data
  
• Correction or deletion of your data
  
• Withdrawal of previously granted consent
  

Please contact [email protected] to submit a request.

California Residents (CCPA)

You have the right to:

• Know what personal data is collected
  
• Request deletion of your data
  
• Confirm that your data is not sold
  

European Union Users (GDPR)

If applicable, you may:

• Access, update, or delete your data
  
• Object to processing
  
• Request data portability
  
• Withdraw consent at any time
  

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the data immediately.

10. Data Storage Location

All data is stored on secure servers located in the United States. Our service providers adhere to standard industry security protocols.

11. Security Practices

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• SSL encryption
  
• Firewall-protected servers
  
• Restricted access to authorized personnel only
  

While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

12. External Links Disclaimer

Our Website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy policies or content of these third-party websites.

13. Accessibility Statement

We are committed to making our Website accessible. If you experience any issues accessing content or functionality, please contact us at [email protected] and we will assist you.

14. Changes to the Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with a new effective date. Continued use of the Website signifies your acceptance of the updated policy.