1. GENERAL

a) This website, “without.live” (referred to as “Website” or “Site”), is operated by Without Waste, Inc. (“we,” “us,” or “our”). We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and handle personal data per relevant U.S. data protection laws. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully to understand how we manage and protect your information.

b) We collect personal information to deliver and continually improve our products and services.

c) This policy may be updated periodically without prior notice. Please review it regularly to stay informed on any changes.

d) Partner firms and third parties working with or on behalf of us, who access personal information, must read and adhere to this policy and may enter into confidentiality agreements where applicable.

2. HOW WE COLLECT INFORMATION

a) Directly from You: We collect information through interactions with the Website. The data collected will depend on the context of your interactions.

b) Business Interactions: Information may be collected through direct interactions with you or your representatives.

c) Other Sources: We may also receive information from other sources, including public databases, marketing partners, social media, and other third parties, such as:

• Updated address and delivery information from carriers or other third parties.
• Information on interactions with our partners’ products or services.

3. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

a) Purpose: We collect data to provide tailored services and enhance user experience.

b) Automatic Collection: When you visit our Site, we automatically collect information such as device OS, IP address, access times, browser type, language, and the referring website. We also gather data on product and service usage.

c) Purchase and Use History: We may aggregate data to create features like Best Sellers or Top Rated, based on customer preferences.

d) Website Interaction: Information, including URL clickstream data, viewed pages, download errors, and interaction data, is collected to improve site functionality.

e) Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your experience, track popular areas and features, and optimize marketing. Most browsers accept cookies by default, but you may adjust these settings if desired.

f) Marketing Consent: By using this Site, you consent to our use of your feedback for promotional purposes.

g) Retention: We retain your data as necessary to provide services and per applicable laws.

h) Marketing Communication: If you opt to receive our communications, we may use your data to keep you informed on products, services, and events.

4. HOW WE USE INFORMATION

a) Primary Use: Collected information is used to maintain, protect, and improve our products and services.

b) Specific Uses:

• Improve our website, services, and business operations.
• Personalize your experience and make relevant product recommendations.
• Process orders and manage transactions.
• Provide customer support and manage accounts.
• Send transaction-related notifications, updates, and alerts.
• Share news on promotions, events, and product offerings.
• Fulfill legal obligations where applicable.

5. DATA TRANSFER

a) Data Sharing: Data may be shared with affiliates, subsidiaries, or vendors working on our behalf for order fulfillment, payment processing, or customer support.

b) Third-Party Service Providers: Partners performing services on our behalf are bound by confidentiality agreements and applicable data protection laws, using information only as authorized.

c) Legal Compliance: We may share information as required to comply with laws, enforce policies, protect rights, and prevent fraud.

6. COOKIES

a) Purpose of Cookies: Cookies enhance site usability, track items in your shopping basket, and help prevent fraud.

b) Third-Party Cookies: Approved third parties, such as analytics providers and social media platforms, may also set cookies to deliver relevant content and measure ad effectiveness.

c) Cookie Preferences: You may disable cookies in your browser, though this may limit certain features on our Site.

7. DATA SECURITY

a) Protection Measures: We use SSL software to encrypt sensitive information during transmission and maintain secure physical and electronic safeguards.

b) Access Control: Access to personal data is limited to authorized personnel and third parties with a legitimate need to know.

c) User Responsibility: Safeguard your usernames and passwords; avoid reusing passwords across platforms.

8. LINKS TO THIRD-PARTY SITES/APPS

Our Site may link to external websites. These sites are not governed by our Privacy Policy. We encourage reviewing the privacy policy of each site for details on data handling.

9. SOCIAL NETWORK PLUGINS

This Site includes social network plugins to enable easy sharing. Data collection by these plugins is governed by each network’s privacy policies.

10. SHARING OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

a) Third-Party Sharing: Data may be shared without prior consent only for:

• Compliance with applicable laws.
• Enforcement of policies and protection of rights.
• Authorized services provided by third parties following data protection standards.

11. CHILDREN

Users under 18, or the age of majority in their jurisdiction, must use the Site under parental or guardian consent. We disclaim liability for non-compliance.

12. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

Updates to this policy will be reflected with a new “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Site indicates acceptance of any changes.

13. NEWSLETTER / BLOG

Subscribing to our newsletter constitutes consent to receive communications. You may unsubscribe at any time via the link provided in the email footer.

For privacy concerns or grievances, please contact us at hello@without.live.