Data Processing Agreement (DPA)

Bougie Tallow Company
Last Updated: March 2026

This Data Processing Agreement (“Agreement”) outlines how Bougie Tallow Company processes and protects personal data collected through its website and services. This agreement applies when Bougie Tallow Company processes personal information in connection with customer orders, website usage, or communication with customers.

1. Purpose of Data Processing

Bougie Tallow Company collects and processes limited personal data necessary to operate its website and provide products and services to customers. This includes processing information required to:

• Process and fulfill customer orders

• Provide shipping and delivery services

• Communicate with customers regarding orders or inquiries

• Maintain website functionality and security

• Improve website performance and user experience

Bougie Tallow Company only processes personal data for legitimate business purposes related to operating the business and serving customers.

2. Types of Data Collected

The personal information processed may include:

• Name

• Billing and shipping address

• Email address

• Phone number (if provided)

• Payment related information necessary to complete a purchase

• Website usage data such as IP address, browser type, and device information

Payment card information is processed securely through third party payment processors and is not stored directly by Bougie Tallow Company.

3. Lawful Basis for Processing

Bougie Tallow Company processes personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:

• Customer consent

• Contractual necessity to fulfill orders

• Legitimate business interests such as operating and improving the website

• Compliance with legal obligations

4. Data Security

Bougie Tallow Company implements reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

While no online system can guarantee absolute security, reasonable measures are taken to ensure personal information is protected.

5. Third Party Processors

Bougie Tallow Company may share limited personal data with trusted third party service providers necessary for operating the business. These may include providers for:

• Payment processing

• Website hosting

• E commerce platform services

• Shipping and delivery services

• Website analytics

These service providers only receive the data required to perform their services and are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and data protection standards.

6. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill orders and provide services

• Maintain accurate business and financial records

• Comply with legal and tax obligations

Once the data is no longer required, reasonable steps are taken to securely delete or anonymize the information.

7. Customer Data Rights

Depending on applicable laws, customers may have the right to:

• Request access to personal data held about them

• Request correction of inaccurate information

• Request deletion of personal data when legally permitted

• Withdraw consent for certain data processing activities

Requests related to personal data may be submitted using the contact information below.

8. International Data Transfers

If personal data is transferred outside the country of the customer, Bougie Tallow Company will take reasonable steps to ensure that appropriate data protection safeguards are in place.

9. Updates to This Agreement

Bougie Tallow Company may update this Data Processing Agreement from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or business practices. The most current version will always be available on this website.

10. Contact Information

If you have questions regarding this Data Processing Agreement or how personal data is handled, please contact:

Bougie Tallow Company
Website: bougietallow.com
Email: sales@bougietallow.com