Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 2025

The World Spice Museum ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://www.worldspicemuseum.com the "Site".

Please read this privacy policy carefully. By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information

You may voluntarily provide us with personal information when you:
Subscribe to our newsletter
Fill out contact forms
Register for events
Make donations

This may include:

Name
Email address
Phone number
Postal address
Payment information (processed via secure third-party platforms)

b. Non-Personal Information

We may also collect non-personally identifiable information, such as:

Browser type and version
Operating system
Referring website
Pages visited
Date and time of visit
IP address (anonymized where required by law)

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect from you to:

Communicate with you about events, news, and updates
Improve the functionality and user experience of our website
Process donations or ticket purchases
Respond to your inquiries
Analyze trends and visitor behavior
Comply with legal obligations

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share your information with:

Service Providers (e.g., payment processors, email marketing platforms) to perform functions on our behalf
Legal Authorities, if required by law or to protect our rights
Analytics Providers, to help us understand how our website is used

All third parties are required to keep your data secure and use it only for the specified purposes. Our Data Controller is. Ionos https://www.ionos.co.uk

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Remember your preferences
Improve website functionality
Track and analyze usage for analytics purposes

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect your experience on the Site.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access, correct, or delete your personal information
Object to or restrict certain data processing activities
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise your rights, please contact us at info@worldspicemuseum.com.

7. Links to Other Sites

Our Site may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date." Your continued use of the Site after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:

World Spice Museum CIC
Email: info@worldspicemuseum.com
Address: Mt Hartman, Grand Anse, Grenada W1