Privacy Policy
This privacy policy explains how Countryside Grill ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit countrysidegrill.com (the "Site").
Who we are
Countryside Grill is a family-style American restaurant based in Lake City, Michigan, operating an editorial website covering our menu, recipes, and Northern Michigan dining traditions. For privacy-related questions, contact [email protected].
What we collect
We aim to collect as little personal information as possible. Specifically:
- Server logs: standard web server logs including IP address, browser type, referring URL, pages visited, and timestamp. Retained for up to 30 days for security and aggregate traffic analysis.
- Email correspondence: if you email us, we retain the message and email address to respond. We do not add correspondents to mailing lists without explicit consent.
- Cookies: a small number of strictly necessary cookies (see below).
We do not require account registration, do not run user comments, and do not collect any payment information through the website.
Cookies
The Site uses only cookies that are necessary for operation (security cookies set by our content delivery network, for example). We do not use third-party advertising cookies, behavioral tracking cookies, or analytics cookies that identify individual visitors. You can disable cookies in your browser settings; most parts of the Site will continue to function normally.
How we use information
- Operating and securing the Site
- Responding to email correspondence
- Aggregate traffic analysis (without identifying individual visitors)
- Complying with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information for marketing purposes.
Affiliate links and third parties
Some pages may contain affiliate links to suppliers, brewery shops, or specialty retailers. When you click an affiliate link and complete a purchase, the retailer may set their own cookies and collect their own data subject to their own privacy policies. We may receive a small commission but do not receive personally identifying information about your purchase.
Data retention
Server logs: up to 30 days. Email correspondence: as long as needed to handle the inquiry, generally up to 2 years. You may request deletion of any personal data we hold by emailing [email protected].
Your privacy rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights including:
- Access to personal data we hold about you
- Correction of inaccurate data
- Deletion of personal data
- Objection to processing
- Data portability
- The right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
To exercise any of these, email [email protected]. We respond within thirty days.
Children's privacy
The Site is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted personal information, please contact us and we will delete it.
International transfers
The Site is hosted on servers that may be located outside the United States. Where personal data is transferred internationally, we take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate safeguards.
Changes to this policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. The "last updated" date at the top reflects the most recent revision. Material changes will be highlighted on the homepage for 30 days.
Contact
For privacy questions: [email protected]. For general questions: [email protected]. See our contact page for additional details.