Privacy Policy
Last updated: 11/25/2025
Legal disclaimer
This Privacy Policy explains how Aurelia Herb & Harvest collects, uses, and protects the personal information you provide when visiting our website or placing an order. By using this site, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in this policy. Aurelia Herb & Harvest does not sell personal data and only shares information as needed to process orders, fulfill shipments, and operate this website.
While we take reasonable measures to safeguard your information, no method of online transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure. By continuing to use this website, you accept the limitations inherent in electronic data transmission and understand that Aurelia Herb & Harvest is not liable for unauthorized access, breaches, or issues arising from third-party platforms we rely on for payment processing, shipping, or website hosting.
Privacy Policy
Aurelia Herb & Harvest is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of every visitor and customer who interacts with our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in accordance with applicable U.S. privacy standards and general consumer protection guidelines followed within the state of South Dakota.
We only collect information that is necessary to process orders, operate our website, communicate with customers, and improve your shopping experience. This may include personal information that you voluntarily provide—such as your name, email address, billing or shipping address—as well as data automatically collected through website analytics tools, such as IP address, browser type, and device information.
We use your information to fulfill purchases, send order updates, manage customer accounts, prevent fraudulent activity, and enhance website performance. Personal information is never sold or shared for marketing purposes. Limited information may be shared solely with trusted third-party service providers, such as payment processors, website hosting platforms, and shipping carriers, and only when necessary to complete your transaction or operate this website.
Aurelia Herb & Harvest is committed to maintaining reasonable administrative, electronic, and physical safeguards designed to protect your personal information. While no online system is completely free of risk, we follow industry-standard practices to help secure the data we collect. By using our website, you acknowledge and accept these inherent limitations.
Customers may request access to, correction of, or deletion of their stored personal information unless retention is required for legal, tax, or transaction purposes. We do not knowingly collect or store personal data from children under 13.
This Privacy Policy reflects our practices as a small business operating in South Dakota and will be updated if our data practices change. Continued use of this website constitutes acceptance of the terms described in this policy.
Statement
Aurelia Herb & Harvest is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of all visitors and customers. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in accordance with general U.S. privacy standards and consumer protection guidelines followed within the state of South Dakota.
We collect only the information necessary to process orders, operate our website, communicate with customers, and improve your shopping experience. We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Information You provide Voluntarily
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Name
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Email address
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Billing address
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Shipping address
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Phone number (optional)
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Order details
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Messages sent through contact forms
Payment Information
We do not store or have access to your full payment details.
Payments are securely processed through third-party providers such as Stripe, PayPal, or website’s payment processor.
Automatically Collected Information
Our website may automatically collect:
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IP address
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Browser type
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Device information
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Pages viewed
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Time spent on the site
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Clicks and navigation patterns
This information helps us analyze website traffic and improve user experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use personal information primarily to:
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Process and fulfill orders
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Send order confirmations and shipping updates
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Communicate with you about questions or concerns
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Improve website performance and customer experience
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Prevent fraudulent activity
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Comply with legal and tax requirements
We do not use your information for unrelated marketing unless you voluntarily opt into emails or newsletters.
3. Sharing Your Information
We only share information when necessary to operate our business, such as:
Service Providers
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Payment processors
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Website hosting platforms
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Shipping carriers (USPS)
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Email or communication tools
These providers use your information solely to perform services on our behalf.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if required by law, such as a lawful request by authorities.
We never sell, trade, or share personal information for marketing purposes.
4. Cookies & Analytics
Our website may use cookies, pixels, or similar technologies to:
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Improve site functionality
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Track cart contents
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Help pages load faster
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Analyze site performance and usage patterns
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function correctly.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable precautions, including:
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Secure website hosting
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Encrypted payment processing
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Limited access to customer information
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Industry-standard security measures
While we strive to protect your data, no system can guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
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Request access to the personal information we hold
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Ask for corrections or updates
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Request deletion of your data (except where required for legal/tax reasons)
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Opt out of marketing communications
To make a request, simply contact us.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:
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Complete your purchase
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Maintain transaction records for legal and tax purposes
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Resolve disputes or customer service issues
We do not keep unnecessary data or store payment information.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If we become aware that information has been collected from a minor, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
9. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. All updates will be posted on this page with the “Last Updated” date revised accordingly.
10. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, you may contact us at:
📧 AureliaHerbandHarvest@gmail.com
📍 Rapid City, South Dakota