Privacy Policy

How We Handle Your Information

Effective Date: August 16, 2026

Smart Girl Cookies ("we," "our," or "us") values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information when you visit our website or contact us.

By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide, including:

Your name
Email address
Phone number
Order details
Pickup or delivery preferences
Business name (if applicable)
Any information you include in your message

We may also automatically collect certain technical information when you visit our website, such as:

IP address
Browser type
Device information
Pages visited
Date and time of your visit
Referring website

This information helps us improve our website and understand how visitors use it.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Respond to your questions
Process cookie order inquiries
Communicate about your order
Arrange pickup or local delivery
Improve our website and customer experience
Send promotional emails if you choose to subscribe
Meet legal and business requirements

We only use your information for legitimate business purposes.

Email Marketing

If you join our email list, we may send you updates about:

New cookie flavors
Seasonal cookies
Holiday ordering
Special offers
Bakery news

You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails.

Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience.

Cookies help us:

Remember visitor preferences
Understand website traffic
Improve website performance
Measure the effectiveness of our marketing

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

Analytics

We may use analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with our website.

Analytics information may include:

Pages viewed
Time spent on the website
Navigation paths
Device type
General geographic location

This information is collected in aggregate and helps us improve our website.

Third-Party Services

Our website may use trusted third-party services, including:

Website hosting
Email marketing providers
Analytics providers
Payment processors
Social media platforms
Mapping services

These providers have their own privacy policies governing how they handle information.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information only when necessary:

With service providers that help operate our business
To comply with legal obligations
To protect our legal rights
If required by law

Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information using appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards.

However, no method of transmitting information over the internet or storing electronic information is completely secure. While we work to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We keep personal information only for as long as necessary to:

Respond to inquiries
Complete orders
Maintain business records
Comply with legal obligations
Resolve disputes

When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it where appropriate.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information.

These rights may include the ability to:

Request access to your personal information
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your information
Withdraw consent where applicable
Opt out of marketing communications

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If you believe a child has provided personal information through our website, please contact us so we can remove the information.

External Links

Our website may contain links to other websites.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Any updates will be posted on this page along with the revised effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us.

Smart Girl Cookies

Location: Lula, Georgia

Service Area: Lula, Gainesville, Cornelia, Buford, Flowery Branch, Oakwood, Suwanee, and nearby Northeast Georgia communities

Email: info@smartgirlcookie.com