Last updated: April 2025

At West Maquoit Vinegar Works, we respect your privacy. This policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use it, and the steps we take to protect it. By using our website or placing an order, you agree to the terms outlined here.

What We Collect

We may collect the following information when you use our website:

• Name, email address, phone number, and shipping address

• Order details and payment information (processed securely by third-party providers)

• Usage data such as IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our site

If you log in or interact with us via a third-party service like Google, Facebook, or Instagram, we may collect publicly available info from your account with your permission.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process and ship your orders

• Communicate with you about your order or our products

• Improve your experience on our site

• Send occasional marketing updates (only if you’ve opted in)

• Fulfill legal obligations or protect against fraud

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tools to:

• Keep your cart and account session active

• Understand how visitors use our site

• Improve performance and content

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but doing so may affect how the site functions.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your data. We only share it when necessary:

• With service providers like Squarespace, payment processors, and shipping carriers

• To comply with legal requirements

• As part of a business transition (e.g. merger or sale)

How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain your data only as long as needed to fulfill your orders, comply with the law, or improve our services.

Security

We use commercially reasonable security measures to protect your personal information. That said, no method is 100% secure, so we encourage you to contact us with any concerns.

Children’s Privacy

Our site is not intended for children under 13. We don’t knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we learn we’ve done so unintentionally, we’ll delete it.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted here. If significant changes are made, we’ll notify you by email or website notice.

Contact Us

Have questions? Reach out anytime:

Email: brad@westmaquoitvinegarworks.com
Phone: 207-650-0274
Mail: West Maquoit Vinegar Works
45 Katahdin Drive, Brunswick, ME 04011