PRIVACY POLICY
Last updated: September 2026
The Perfect Tallow Company ("we," "us," or "our") operates theperfecttallowcompany.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or make a purchase.
Information We Collect
When you make a purchase or create an account, we collect:
- Name and email address
- Billing and shipping address
- Payment information (processed securely by Shopify — we never store full card numbers)
- Phone number (if provided)
- Order history and purchase details
When you visit our website, we automatically collect:
- IP address and browser type
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Referring website or search terms
- Device type and operating system
When you sign up for our newsletter, we collect:
- Email address
- Name (if provided)
How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information to:
- Process and fulfill your orders
- Send order confirmations and shipping updates
- Respond to your questions and customer service requests
- Send promotional emails and newsletters (only if you've opted in)
- Improve our website and product offerings
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.
Sharing Your Information
We share your information only with trusted third parties who help us operate our business:
- Shopify — our e-commerce platform (shopify.com/legal/privacy)
- Payment processors — to securely process transactions
- Shipping carriers — to deliver your orders
- Email marketing services — to send newsletters (only if you've opted in)
- Analytics providers — to understand how our site is used
All third-party providers are required to keep your information confidential and use it only for the services they provide to us.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience, remember your cart, and understand how visitors use our site. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect some website functionality.
We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential cookies — required for the website to function
- Analytics cookies — help us understand visitor behavior (Google Analytics)
- Marketing cookies — used to deliver relevant advertisements
Email Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter or promotional emails, you can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any email, or by contacting us directly. We will remove you from our mailing list within 10 business days.
Your Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Request a copy of your data in a portable format
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at theperfecttallowcompany@proton.me.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. Order information is typically retained for 7 years for tax and legal purposes.
Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information. Our website uses SSL encryption, and all payment information is processed through Shopify's PCI-compliant payment system. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we'll update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information:
The Perfect Tallow Company Email: theperfecttallowcompany@proton.me Website: theperfecttallowcompany.com