Privacy Policy
Effective Date: September 1, 2026
The 406 Market ("The 406 Market," "we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you visit www.406audubonmarket.com, shop in our store, place online orders, sign up for our newsletter, apply as a vendor, rent our meeting space, or otherwise interact with us.
By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information.
Personal Information
When you interact with our website or business, you may voluntarily provide:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Billing address
- Shipping address
- Payment information (processed securely by our payment processor)
- Account login information
- Vendor application information
- Event registration information
- Meeting rental information
Order Information
When you place an order, we collect:
- Products purchased
- Purchase date
- Order history
- Delivery preferences
- Pickup selections
- Shipping information
Device & Website Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device type
- Operating system
- Pages viewed
- Time spent on our website
- Referring website
- General geographic location
- Website interactions
Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Keep you logged in
- Improve website performance
- Measure website traffic
- Personalize your experience
- Support shopping cart functionality
You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some website features may not function properly.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Process orders
- Provide customer service
- Deliver products
- Coordinate local deliveries
- Prepare pickup orders
- Process payments
- Respond to inquiries
- Send order confirmations
- Send shipping updates
- Improve our website
- Improve customer service
- Prevent fraud
- Manage vendor relationships
- Manage meeting reservations
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Marketing Communications
With your permission, we may send:
- Newsletters
- Market updates
- Vendor announcements
- Event information
- Holiday promotions
- Special offers
- Product announcements
You may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link included in marketing emails or by contacting us directly.
4. Payment Information
For your security:
The 406 Market does not store your complete credit card information.
Payments are securely processed through trusted third-party payment processors such as Square, Google Pay, Apple Pay, PayPal, or other approved providers.
Please review their privacy policies for additional information.
5. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share information only when necessary with:
- Payment processors
- Shipping carriers
- Local delivery providers
- Website hosting providers
- Email marketing providers
- Accounting professionals
- Government agencies when legally required
These service providers are only given the information necessary to perform their services.
6. Vendor Information
If you apply to become a vendor, we may collect:
- Business name
- Business address
- Contact information
- Tax information
- Product information
- Social media accounts
- Business licenses
- Product photographs
Vendor information is used solely for operating our marketplace and promoting participating vendors.
7. Meeting & Event Rentals
When reserving meeting space, we may collect:
- Contact information
- Organization name
- Event details
- Payment information
- Reservation history
8. Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If we become aware that personal information has been collected from a child without parental consent, we will promptly delete that information.
9. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information.
These safeguards include:
- SSL encryption
- Secure payment processing
- Password-protected systems
- Limited employee access
- Routine software updates
- Firewall protection
Although we work hard to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
10. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on applicable law, you may have the right to:
- Request access to your personal information
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information (subject to legal obligations)
- Request a copy of your information
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Withdraw consent where applicable
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
11. Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including:
- Social media platforms
- Vendor websites
- Community organizations
- Payment providers
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
12. Social Media
If you interact with The 406 Market on social media platforms such as Facebook or Instagram, those interactions are also governed by the privacy policies of those platforms.
13. Retention of Information
We retain information only as long as necessary to:
- Complete transactions
- Provide customer service
- Maintain business records
- Meet legal and tax requirements
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce agreements
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Changes become effective immediately upon posting unless otherwise stated.
The updated effective date will appear at the top of this page.
15. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us.
The 406 Market
406 Audubon Street
Adair, IA 50002
Phone: (402) 676-3473
Email: hello@the406market.com
Website: www.the406market.com
Your Choices
You may:
- Unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time.
- Disable cookies through your browser settings.
- Contact us to update or correct your personal information.
- Request information about the personal data we maintain, where applicable under law.
Accessibility
If you need this Privacy Policy in an alternative format or require assistance accessing it, please contact us using the information above.
Recommended Companion Policies
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- Terms & Conditions
- Refund & Returns Policy
- Shipping & Delivery Policy
- Local Delivery & Pickup Policy
- Vendor Terms & Conditions
- Meeting & Event Rental Policy
- Accessibility Statement
- Cookie Policy
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Together, these policies provide a comprehensive foundation for your Shopify-powered website while helping customers understand their rights and your business practices.