Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
TheGatlinburgFarmersMarket.com ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, including all associated content, functionality, and services (the "Site").
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing and using TheGatlinburgFarmersMarket.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Site.
Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Site includes:
- Personal Data: Name, email address, and any other information you voluntarily provide when contacting us or subscribing to our newsletter.
- Technical Data: Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type, Internet Service Provider (ISP), referring/exit pages, operating system, date/time stamps, and clickstream data.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar tracking technologies as detailed in our Cookie Policy section.
- Usage Data: Pages accessed, time spent on pages, links clicked, search queries, and other interactions with the Site.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Analytics: To understand Site usage patterns, measure performance, and identify trends to improve user experience.
- Affiliate Tracking: To track affiliate commissions and referrals when you visit casino or betting app partners through our links.
- Site Improvement: To enhance functionality, content, and services based on user behavior and feedback.
- Communication: To respond to inquiries, send newsletters, and provide updates (with your consent where required).
- Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraudulent activity.
Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Site. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us recognize you and remember your preferences.
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Site functionality and cannot be disabled.
- Analytics Cookies: Track Site usage and performance data to improve our services.
- Affiliate Cookies: Monitor referrals to third-party casino and betting app partners to track commissions.
- Marketing Cookies: Used for retargeting and personalized advertising (only with consent).
Cookie Opt-Out Options:
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect Site functionality. For more information on managing cookies, visit www.aboutcookies.org or your browser's help documentation.
Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to casino websites, betting applications, and other affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of these third-party sites. We strongly encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information or engaging with their services.
Your interactions with third-party sites, including deposits, bets, and account creation, are governed by their respective terms and privacy policies—not ours. We have no control over how these partners collect, use, or protect your data.
Your Rights
Under UK and EU data protection law (including the UK GDPR), you have the following rights:
- Right of Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations).
- Right to Restrict Processing: Request that we limit how we use your data.
- Right to Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format.
- Right to Object: Object to processing for marketing or profiling purposes.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for processing at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address provided in the Contact Us section below. We will respond to your request within 30 days or as required by law.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Specifically:
- Personal data provided via contact forms is retained for 2 years unless you request deletion.
- Analytics and usage data is typically retained for 12 months.
- Affiliate tracking data is retained in accordance with our affiliate program requirements and tax obligations (typically 3-7 years).
- Cookie data is retained according to each cookie's expiration settings.
You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us, subject to legal and contractual retention requirements.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Website: TheGatlinburgFarmersMarket.com
We will endeavor to respond to all inquiries within 14 business days. If you are unsatisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.
This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 2026 and may be updated periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any revised Privacy Policy.