Hometown Vendor Market Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 2025

At Hometown Vendor Market, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data when you visit www.hometownvendormarket.com or register for our events.

Who We Are
Hometown Vendor Market provides a platform for vendors to discover, register, and participate in local craft and vendor markets.

Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, business name, and social media handles you provide when registering for events or subscribing to our mailing list.

  • Payment Information: Payment is processed securely through trusted third-party providers like Stripe or PayPal. We do not store your full credit card information on our servers.

  • Event-Related Details: Product descriptions, booth requirements, or other information you provide for your vendor registration.

  • Usage Information: We may collect non-personal information about how you navigate our website, such as your IP address, browser type, and pages visited, using tools like cookies or Google Analytics.

How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:

  • Process and manage your event registrations and payments

  • Communicate with you about upcoming events, schedules, and important updates

  • Promote our events, which may include using photos you share or that are taken at events (with permission)

  • Send you marketing emails if you opt in (you can unsubscribe anytime)

  • Improve our website and vendor services

How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share it with:

  • Payment Processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal) to securely handle your transactions

  • Email Service Providers (e.g., Mailchimp) to send newsletters or updates

  • Event Partners or Venues if needed to manage logistics and vendor placements

  • Legal Requirements if required by law or to protect our rights and operations

Cookies and Tracking
We may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, understand how our website is used, and remember your preferences. You can adjust your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer.

How We Protect Your Information
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. Payment data is handled securely by trusted third-party processors.

Your Rights
You have the right to:

  • Access, update, or correct your personal information

  • Request that we delete your information, where legally possible

  • Unsubscribe from our marketing communications at any time
    To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@hometownvendormarket.com.

Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as needed to fulfill the purposes described above, comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: info@hometownvendormarket.com