Privacy policy
Effective Date: 2026-03-04
1. Introduction
The Outdoor Kitchen Experts ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit or make a purchase from theoutdoorkitchenexperts.com (the "Website") and any associated subdomains (collectively, the "Service").
By accessing or using our Service, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this Privacy Policy.
Legal business name: This store is operated by DW Marketplace LLC (DBA The Outdoor Kitchen Experts).
2. Definitions and Key Terms
- Cookie: A small piece of data generated by a website and saved by your browser to help websites function, remember preferences, and provide analytics.
- Company: When this policy mentions "Company," "we," "us," or "our," it refers to DW Marketplace LLC (DBA The Outdoor Kitchen Experts), responsible for your information under this Privacy Policy.
- Country: United States.
- Customer: A person who visits our Website, contacts us, or makes a purchase through our Service.
- Device: Any internet-connected device such as a phone, tablet, or computer used to access the Service.
- IP Address: A number assigned to your device when connected to the Internet.
- Personnel: Individuals who work for or are contracted by the Company.
- Personal Data: Information that can identify a person directly or indirectly.
- Service: The Website and services provided by the Company through the Service.
- Third-Party Service: Providers who support our Service (such as payment processors, analytics, customer support tools, and fraud prevention services).
- Website: The Outdoor Kitchen Experts site accessible at theoutdoorkitchenexperts.com.
- You: A person who uses or accesses the Service.
3. Information We Collect
We collect information from you when you:
- Visit our Website
- Create an account (if available)
- Place an order
- Subscribe to marketing communications (if you opt in)
- Contact us via forms, email, chat, or phone
3.1 Personal Information You Provide
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Shipping and billing address
- Order details (items purchased, order number, etc.)
3.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Device and browser information
- IP address and general location (e.g., city/state)
- Pages viewed and actions taken on the Website
- Cookies and similar tracking data (see Section 7)
3.3 Payment Information
Payments are processed by third-party payment processors. We do not store full payment card numbers on our servers. Payment processors may collect and store payment details in accordance with their own privacy policies.
4. How We Use the Information We Collect
We may use the information we collect for purposes such as:
- To provide the Service: Process orders, fulfill purchases, provide customer support, and communicate about your order.
- To improve the Website: Analyze performance, fix issues, and enhance user experience.
- To communicate: Respond to questions and send service-related messages (order confirmations, shipping updates, support replies).
- To market (with your consent where required): Send promotional emails or offers if you opt in, and allow you to opt out at any time.
- To prevent fraud and maintain security: Detect and prevent suspicious activity, abuse, and unauthorized access.
- To comply with legal obligations: Maintain records for tax, accounting, and compliance purposes.
5. Information from Third Parties
5.1 Service Providers
We may receive information from third-party service providers that help us operate the Website and provide the Service, such as: payment processors, analytics providers, email/marketing tools, live chat/support tools, and fraud prevention services.
5.2 Public Sources
We may collect information that is publicly available (for example, from social media) if you choose to interact with us through those channels.
6. Sharing Your Information
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- With service providers: Vendors who perform services on our behalf (payments, fulfillment, analytics, customer support, marketing, fraud prevention).
- For business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, financing, or sale of assets, subject to standard confidentiality protections.
- For legal and compliance: If required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect our rights, users, and the Service.
We do not sell your personal information.
7. Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate the Service and understand how users interact with it.
- Essential cookies: Needed for core site functionality (e.g., cart, checkout, security).
- Analytics cookies: Help us measure traffic and improve performance.
- Marketing cookies: May be used to show relevant ads and measure ad performance (where enabled).
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Blocking certain cookies may impact Website functionality.
8. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information, including:
- Use of SSL/TLS encryption where applicable
- Access controls and limited permissions for authorized personnel
- Use of reputable third-party payment processors
No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, but we take steps designed to protect your information.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to provide the Service, fulfill orders, maintain records, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.
10. Your Rights
Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have rights related to your personal information, such as:
- Access: Request access to personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal exceptions.
- Opt-out: Opt out of marketing communications at any time via the unsubscribe link or by contacting us.
To exercise these rights, contact us at support@theoutdoorkitchenexperts.com.
11. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
12. International Data Transfers
If you access the Service from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other jurisdictions where our service providers operate. By using the Service, you consent to such transfers where permitted by law.
13. Links to Other Websites
Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the updated policy on this page and revise the Effective Date above. Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
15. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
- Email: support@theoutdoorkitchenexperts.com
- Phone: 1-833-918-9600
- Address: DW Marketplace LLC, 439 US ROUTE 1, STE A, York, ME 03909, United States
Operated by DW Marketplace LLC (DBA The Outdoor Kitchen Experts).