Last Updated: May 28, 2025
Welcome to BuffetDest! Your privacy is very important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information
You may provide us with personal information, such as:
- Name
- Email address
- Mailing address
- Phone number
You provide this information when you subscribe to our newsletter, leave comments, or contact us.
b. Non-Personal Information (Automatically Collected)
We automatically collect certain data:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device type
- Pages visited
- Date and time of visit
- Referring website
c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. You will be given the option to accept or reject non-essential cookies upon visiting our website.
Legal Bases for Processing Personal Data
We process your data only where we have a legal basis to do so, including:
- Consent (e.g., newsletter subscriptions)
- Performance of a contract (e.g., responding to your inquiries)
- Legal obligation (e.g., complying with tax or regulatory requirements)
- Legitimate interests (e.g., website analytics, fraud prevention), provided these interests are not overridden by your rights.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Operate and improve our website
- Personalize your experience
- Send newsletters and offers (with your consent)
- Respond to your inquiries
- Monitor site usage and prevent fraud
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share your information:
- With trusted third-party service providers (e.g., hosting, email, analytics)
- When legally required, such as in response to legal processes or law enforcement
- With affiliate partners, only to track referral commissions via cookies (see below)
Affiliate Links and Tracking
BuffetDest participates in affiliate marketing programs (e.g., ShareASale, Amazon Associates). Clicking on affiliate links may place a cookie to track referrals.
- We only promote products and services we genuinely recommend.
- You will be notified if a link is an affiliate link where possible.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary:
- For the purposes outlined in this policy
- To comply with legal, accounting, or reporting requirements
Once no longer needed, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.
International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA), such as the United States, where our service providers are located.
We ensure appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), to protect your data in these transfers.
Your GDPR Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Rectify inaccurate or incomplete data
- Erase your data ("right to be forgotten")
- Restrict processing
- Object to processing (especially for marketing or profiling)
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Data portability, allowing you to request your data in a structured format
- Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [your email address].
Managing Your Preferences
a. Email Communications
You can opt out of promotional emails by clicking the “unsubscribe” link or contacting us.
b. Cookies
You can manage cookie preferences using our cookie consent tool or via your browser settings.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data. While we strive to ensure security, no online method is 100% secure.
Children’s Privacy
BuffetDest is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will delete it promptly.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy periodically. All updates will be posted on this page with the "Last Updated" date. Continued use of BuffetDest after updates signifies your acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Us
For any questions, concerns, or to exercise your rights under GDPR, please contact us here.