PRIVACY POLICY

1. Introduction

At Kenny G Cruise (“we”, “us”, or “our”), accessible via kennygcruise.com, we are firmly committed to protecting the privacy, security, and integrity of our users’ personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal data when you visit our website, interact with our services, or communicate with us. We handle your information responsibly and transparently, in accordance with applicable laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

2. Scope and Data Controller

This Privacy Policy applies to all visitors, users, and others who interact with kennygcruise.com. Kenny G Cruise acts as the data controller for the purposes of the GDPR and is responsible for the processing of your personal data as laid out in this Policy. Where applicable, our role may also include that of a “business” under the CCPA.

3. Categories of Personal Data Processed

We collect and process the following categories of personal data, either directly from you, through your interaction with our website, or via third-party technologies:

a) Usage Data
Data automatically collected through your use of kennygcruise.com, including browser type, IP address, operating system, referring URLs, duration of visits, page interactions, session logs, and browsing activity.

b) Account Data
Information you provide when creating an account or purchasing a product, including your full name, email address, billing/shipping address, and telephone number.

c) Profile Data
Information generated from interactions with our site, including preferences, loyalty program membership, historical purchases, and behavioral information.

d) Communication Data
Records of your communications with us, such as customer support inquiries, email correspondence, phone communication logs, and submitted forms.

e) Technical Data
Information about your device and technical environment, including device type, screen resolution, language settings, browser plugins, mobile identifiers, and system preferences.

f) Transaction Data
Details relating to transactions you conduct through the site, including payment information (processed via secure third-party providers), purchased items, order status, and fulfillment details.

g) Preference Data
Your marketing preferences, communication consent responses, interest in specific products or services, and cookie settings.

4. Legal Bases for Processing

We process your personal data on the following legal grounds, as permitted by applicable laws:

– Performance of a Contract: To fulfil our obligations relating to transactions made via kennygcruise.com.
– Legitimate Interests: To operate, optimize, and secure the website, prevent fraud, and market our services in ways that do not override your data protection rights.
– Consent: For marketing communications, non-essential cookies, and similar activities requiring express permission.
– Legal Obligation: Where we are required to comply with duties imposed by law.

5. Your Rights Under Data Protection Laws

You are entitled to a range of rights with respect to the personal data we hold about you. Subject to applicable law, you may request to:

– Access your personal data and receive a copy.
– Rectify inaccuracies or incomplete information.
– Erase your data, under certain circumstances (“right to be forgotten”).
– Restrict processing where you have valid grounds.
– Receive personal data in a structured, commonly used format for portability.
– Object to the processing of your data where legitimate interests have been asserted.
– Opt-out of the sale of personal data under the CCPA.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. Verification of identity may be required.

6. Security Measures

We implement robust technical and organizational safeguards to protect your personal data. These include, but are not limited to:

– SSL encryption for data transmission
– Role-based access controls
– Multi-factor authentication for internal systems
– Regular security training for staff
– Routine backups and data recovery testing
– Audit logging and anomaly monitoring

Despite these measures, no system can guarantee absolute security; we encourage users to take appropriate steps to protect their own personal information online.

7. International Data Transfers

Data collected through kennygcruise.com may be stored or processed in jurisdictions outside your country of residence. Where your personal data is transferred internationally, especially outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure adequate protection through the use of Standard Contractual Clauses, adequacy decisions, or other lawful mechanisms.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to achieve the purposes described in this Policy, subject to applicable legal, accounting, or regulatory requirements. The general retention periods include:

– Usage and Technical Data: Up to 12 months unless needed longer for analytics or security.
– Account and Profile Data: While the account is active and for up to 6 years thereafter.
– Communication Data: 3 years from the last interaction.
– Transaction Data: 7 years to comply with taxation and financial regulations.
– Preference Data: Until consent is withdrawn or after 2 years of inactivity.

After these periods, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

9. Cookie Policy

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies may be set by us (first-party) or by third parties providing services on our behalf. Categories include:

– Essential Cookies: Required for site operation (e.g., session management, login).
– Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and enhance personalization.
– Analytics Cookies: Used to understand user behavior and improve content.
– Performance Cookies: Monitor site efficiency, load times, and error occurrences.

10. Cookie Management & Compliance

Upon first visit to kennygcruise.com, users are prompted to consent to the use of non-essential cookies. You may manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or our cookie banner. We honor Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals and Do Not Track settings where technically feasible, in accordance with the CCPA and GDPR.

11. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from individuals under the age of 13. If we become aware that a child has submitted such data without verifiable parental consent, we will promptly delete it. If you become aware of such a situation, please contact us immediately at [email protected].

12. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect operational, legal, or regulatory updates. Where material changes are made, users will be notified through relevant channels on kennygcruise.com or via email. Continued use of the site after such changes constitutes acknowledgment of the updated terms.

13. Contact

For any inquiries, requests, or concerns relating to this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

We are committed to protecting your personal data and complying fully with applicable privacy legislation. Please reach out if you have any questions or wish to exercise your rights.