Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 11, 2025
We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your personal data.
Personal Information We Collect
When you visit www.tetasolives.com (the “Site”), we automatically collect certain information about your device, including your web browser, IP address, time zone, and cookies installed on your device ("Device Information").
We collect Device Information through:
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Cookies: Data files placed on your device. Learn more and disable cookies at: http://www.allaboutcookies.org.
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Log Files: Collect IP address, browser type, internet service provider, referring/exit pages, and timestamps.
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Web Beacons, Tags, Pixels: Electronic files that track browsing behaviors.
When you make or attempt a purchase, we collect your name, billing/shipping address, payment details (including credit card numbers), email, and phone number ("Order Information").
"Personal Information" refers collectively to Device and Order Information.
Categories and Purposes of Personal Information Collected:
| Category | Examples | Purpose | Retention | Disclosed to |
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| Identifiers | Name, email, phone number | Order fulfillment, customer support | 7 years (tax compliance) | Service providers |
| Payment Information | Credit/debit card details | Payment processing | Transaction completion | Payment processors |
| Commercial Information | Purchase history | Marketing, customer experience | 7 years | Advertising partners |
| Internet Activity | Browsing behavior, IP address | Analytics, targeted advertising | 14 months | Analytics providers |
| Geolocation Data | IP-based location | Fraud prevention, analytics | 14 months | Analytics providers |
How We Use Your Personal Information
We use Order Information to:
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Fulfill and ship orders.
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Communicate with you.
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Detect fraud and risk.
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Provide tailored information or advertising.
We use Device Information to:
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Screen for fraud and risk.
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Optimize and improve our website.
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Measure the success of marketing campaigns.
Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)
| Purpose | Legal Basis |
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| Order fulfillment | Contract |
| Fraud prevention | Legitimate interest |
| Marketing and analytics | Consent |
| Tax and recordkeeping compliance | Legal obligation |
Sharing Your Personal Information
We share Personal Information with trusted third parties:
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Google Analytics: Learn more at https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/privacy/. Opt-out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
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Payment processors and shipping providers to fulfill orders.
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Legal authorities, to comply with applicable laws, subpoenas, or to protect our rights.
Behavioral Advertising
We engage in targeted advertising. Learn more at the Network Advertising Initiative’s educational page: http://www.networkadvertising.org/understanding-online-advertising/how-does-it-work.
Opt out:
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Digital Advertising Alliance: http://optout.aboutads.info/
Do Not Track
We currently do not alter data practices in response to browser "Do Not Track" signals.
Your Rights (EU and U.S.)
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
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Access, update, correct, or delete personal information.
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Opt-out of the sale/sharing of personal information (including targeted advertising).
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Limit use of sensitive information.
We honor Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals and treat them as opt-out requests.
To Exercise Your Rights:
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Email: privacy@tetasolives.com
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Number (U.S.): 1-989-6 OLIVES (1-989-665-4837)
We verify requests using your email address and order details.
Appeals:
If we deny a privacy request, you have 45 days to appeal our decision by contacting us at privacy@tetasolives.com.
Cross-Border Data Transfers
We may transfer data internationally to trusted partners. When transferring data from the EU/EEA, we rely on Standard Contractual Clauses to ensure appropriate safeguards. For details, see Shopify's Data Processing Agreement: https://www.shopify.com/legal/dpa.
Data Security and Breach Notification
We employ industry-standard encryption (TLS 1.3 in transit, AES-256 at rest) and maintain a written incident response plan. We will notify affected individuals within 72 hours if required by applicable laws.
Retention of Personal Information
We retain:
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Order records: 7 years (tax compliance)
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Marketing data: 24 months after inactivity
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Analytics logs: 14 months
Minors
We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under 13, nor do we target advertising to individuals under 18.
Email Communications
Every promotional email includes an unsubscribe link in compliance with CAN-SPAM and CASL.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may periodically update this policy. Please review regularly for updates.
Contact Us
Questions or requests regarding your personal data:
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Email: privacy@tetasolives.com
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Mail: Teta's Olives, 801 Travis Street, Suite 2101, Houston, TX 77002