Last updated: December 2024
1. Introduction
At Blanbois Paris ("we," "us," or "our"), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (blanbois.com) and use our services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information You Provide
| Data Type | How We Collect It | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Email Address | Newsletter signup forms | Marketing communications, campaign updates |
| Name (Optional) | Email signup forms | Personalized communications |
| Communication Preferences | Signup forms, email interactions | Tailoring content to your interests |
2.2 Information Automatically Collected
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing behavior:
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click patterns, referral sources
- Technical Data: Cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
3.1 Primary Uses
- Marketing Communications: Sending updates about our Kickstarter campaign, product releases, and brand stories
- Customer Service: Responding to inquiries and providing support
- Website Improvement: Analyzing usage patterns to enhance user experience
- Legal Compliance: Meeting regulatory requirements and protecting our rights
3.2 Marketing and Promotional Activities
With your consent, we will send you:
- Kickstarter campaign launch notifications
- Exclusive access opportunities and early-bird pricing
- Behind-the-scenes content and brand heritage stories
- Product updates and technical specifications
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:
4.1 Service Providers
We work with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting our business:
- Email Marketing: Kit (ConvertKit) for managing email communications
- Website Analytics: StatCounter for website traffic analysis
- Web Hosting: Services that host our website and store data
4.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or to protect our rights and safety.
5. Third-Party Services
5.1 Kit (ConvertKit)
We use Kit for email marketing services. When you subscribe to our email list, your information is stored and processed by Kit according to their privacy policy. You can review Kit's privacy practices at: https://convertkit.com/privacy
5.2 Analytics Services
We use analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with our website. These services may use cookies and similar technologies to collect and analyze usage data.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience:
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Website functionality and security | Session |
| Analytics Cookies | Understanding website usage patterns | Up to 2 years |
| Marketing Cookies | Measuring marketing campaign effectiveness | Up to 1 year |
You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy:
- Email Subscribers: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion
- Website Analytics: Up to 26 months for aggregated data
- Customer Communications: Up to 7 years for business records
9. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Your Privacy Rights
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
- Objection: Object to certain processing of your information
- Restriction: Request limitation of processing in certain circumstances
9.1 Unsubscribing from Communications
You can unsubscribe from our marketing communications at any time by:
- Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email
- Contacting us directly at privacy@blanbois.com
- Updating your preferences in your email account settings
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
11. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date.
13. Contact Us
Privacy Questions or Concerns?
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: privacy@blanbois.com
General Inquiries: contact@blanbois.com
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.
14. GDPR Compliance (EU Residents)
If you are a resident of the European Union, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- We process your data based on legitimate interests, consent, or contractual necessity
- You have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
- You can withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent
- We will provide data breach notifications as required by law
This Privacy Policy is designed to be transparent about our data practices. By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
