Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 12/19/2025

At Grad Essential, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information when you visit or make a purchase from GradEssential.com.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

• Identifiers: name, email address, phone number

• Commercial information: order history, products purchased

• Contact details: billing and shipping address

• Technical data: IP address, browser type, device information

• Usage data: pages visited, interactions with our website

Payment information is processed securely through third-party payment providers.
We do not store full payment card numbers or collect Social Security numbers.

When Information Is Collected

We collect information when you:

• Place an order

• Subscribe to emails or promotions

• Contact customer support

• Browse or interact with our website

How We Use Your Information

Your information may be used to:

• Process and fulfill orders

• Provide customer support

• Send order confirmations and updates

• Communicate promotions or marketing (with consent)

• Improve website performance and user experience

• Prevent fraud and maintain security

Marketing Communications

If you opt in to marketing communications, we may send you emails about products, promotions, or updates.
You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Enable shopping cart functionality

• Remember user preferences

• Analyze website traffic and usage

You can control cookie settings through your browser. Disabling cookies may affect some features but will not prevent you from placing an order.

How We Protect Your Information

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards including:

• SSL encryption

• Restricted access to sensitive data

• Secure servers and monitoring

• Trusted third-party service providers

All transactions are processed through secure payment gateways.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share limited information with trusted third parties strictly for business purposes, including:

• Payment processors

• Shipping carriers

• Email marketing platforms

• Website analytics providers

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. Please review their policies independently.

Children’s Privacy (COPPA)

Grad Essential does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. Our services are intended for individuals aged 13 and older.

State & Regional Privacy Rights

California Privacy Rights (CCPA / CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Know what personal information we collect and how it is used

• Request access to the personal information we hold about you

• Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal exceptions)

• Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal data (we do not sell data)

• Be free from discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To make a request, contact us using the information below. We may verify your identity before processing your request.

GDPR-Lite Rights (EU / UK Residents)

If you are located in the European Union or United Kingdom, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Request correction or deletion

• Restrict or object to processing

• Withdraw consent at any time

• Request data portability

We process personal data based on legitimate business interests, contractual necessity, or your consent.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill orders

• Comply with legal obligations

• Resolve disputes

• Enforce our agreements

Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach affecting personal information, we will notify affected users via email within 7 business days, in accordance with applicable laws.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, contact us at:

Grad Essential
📧 Email: [your support email]
🌐 Website: GradEssential.com