Privacy Policy
How we protect and handle your information.
Your Privacy Matters
At Full Service BBQ (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with care and transparency. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.
This policy applies to all visitors and users of fullservicebbq.com (the “Site”) and complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable privacy laws.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
When you contact us via email or forms, we collect information you voluntarily provide, which may include:
- ▸ Name and email address
- ▸ Message content and inquiry details
- ▸ Any other information you choose to share
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain technical information, including:
- ▸ IP address and approximate geographic location
- ▸ Browser type, device type, and operating system
- ▸ Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs
- ▸ Date and time of access
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze site performance:
- ▸ Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality
- ▸ Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the Site (Google Analytics)
- ▸ Advertising Cookies: Used by Amazon and other partners for affiliate tracking
How We Use Your Information
Site Operation
Provide and maintain Site functionality, respond to inquiries, and improve user experience
Analytics
Analyze traffic patterns, understand user behavior, and optimize content delivery
Affiliate Programs
Track affiliate referrals and earn commissions through Amazon Associates program
Legal Compliance
Comply with applicable laws, respond to legal requests, and enforce our terms
Security
Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents
Communications
Send responses to your inquiries and provide customer support
Third-Party Services
We work with the following third-party services:
Amazon Associates
Amazon uses cookies to track purchases made through our affiliate links. For more information, see Amazon’s Privacy Policy.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze Site traffic and usage patterns. Google collects data about your interaction with the Site. You can opt out using Google’s opt-out browser add-on.
Hosting Provider
Our Site is hosted on servers that may collect standard server logs, including IP addresses and access times.
Content Delivery Networks (CDNs)
We may use CDNs to deliver content efficiently, which may process your IP address and location data.
Important: These third parties have their own privacy policies and data practices. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies directly.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
- • Contact information: Retained while your inquiry remains active, then archived for up to 3 years
- • Analytics data: Retained according to Google Analytics default settings (typically 26 months)
- • Server logs: Retained for up to 90 days for security and troubleshooting purposes
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
Access
Request a copy of personal information we hold about you
Correction
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
Deletion
Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal exceptions)
Portability
Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format (GDPR)
Object
Object to processing of your personal information for certain purposes
Opt-Out
Opt out of sale of personal information (CCPA – note: we do not sell data)
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: [email protected]
We will respond to your request within 30 days as required by applicable law.
Managing Cookies
How to Control Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- ✓ View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- ✓ Block third-party cookies
- ✓ Block all cookies from specific websites
- ✓ Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Note: Blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on the Site and prevent certain features from functioning properly.
Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not directed to children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the European Economic Area). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately at [email protected], and we will take steps to delete such information promptly.
International Data Transfers
Our Site is operated from the United States. If you are accessing the Site from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.
By using the Site, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and acknowledge that data protection laws in the United States may differ from those in your country.
Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. These measures include:
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that signals websites you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals. At this time, our Site does not respond to DNT browser signals or similar mechanisms.
California Residents (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- → Right to know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
- → Right to request deletion of your personal information
- → Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
- → Right to non-discrimination for exercising your CCPA rights
To exercise these rights, please email us at [email protected] with “CCPA Request” in the subject line.
EEA Residents (GDPR)
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data based on: (1) your consent, (2) contractual necessity, (3) legal obligations, or (4) legitimate interests.
Right to Lodge Complaint
You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we have not handled your data appropriately.
Data Controller
Full Service BBQ is the data controller responsible for your personal information.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the bottom of this page.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us About Privacy
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Full Service BBQ
Email: [email protected]
We will respond to privacy-related inquiries within 30 days.
Thank you for trusting Full Service BBQ with your information. Your privacy and security are our priorities.
Last updated: December 2025