VendZi — Privacy Policy

1.Introduction

Vendzi LLC (“Vendzi”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting Personal Information collected through https://vendzi.us/ (the “Site”) and through our business operations in Tampa, Florida. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, your rights under applicable law, and how to contact us. It reflects Florida and U.S. federal privacy and data-protection requirements applicable to our business as described below. 

2.Scope & Applicability

This Policy applies to personal data collected from visitors to our Site, customers, vendors, job applicants, and others whose information we process in connection with Vendzi’s business. It applies to processing carried out by Vendzi in the U.S., including Tampa/Florida operations. Other laws (e.g., the EU’s GDPR, California’s CCPA/CPRA) may apply to certain visitors; we note those where relevant.

3.Information We Collect

We collect the following categories of information:

   3.1 Information you provide directly

  • Contact details: name, email address, phone number, billing/shipping address.
  • Account information when you create an account or make a purchase.
  • Communications you send to us (support requests, feedback, surveys).

   3.2 Automatically collected information

  • Device & usage data: IP address, browser type/version, OS, referral/exit pages, pages visited, timestamps, and cookies or similar tracking technologies.

   3.3 Sensitive categories (limited)

  • We do not intentionally collect sensitive categories (e.g., health, precise geolocation, government ID numbers) except when necessary and only with explicit consent or as required by law. If we ever process sensitive data, we will obtain explicit consent or identify a lawful basis for processing.
4.How We Use Personal Information

We use Personal Information to:

  • Provide, operate, maintain, and improve the Site and our services.
  • Process orders, payments, and fulfill contractual obligations.
  • Communicate with you (customer service, updates, promotional messages when you have opted in).
  • Protect our business and users (fraud detection, security).
  • Comply with legal obligations (e.g., law enforcement requests, regulatory requirements).

Our processing is based on contractual necessity, legitimate interests, consent (where required), or legal obligations, as appropriate. 

5.Sharing & Disclosure

We may disclose Personal Information to:

  • Service providers who perform services for us (hosting, payment processors, analytics, email delivery).
  • Professional advisors (e.g., lawyers, accountants) when necessary.
  • Law enforcement, regulators, or other third parties when required by law or to protect rights and safety.
  • Successors in the event of a merger, sale, or business transfer.

All vendors are contractually required to use reasonable safeguards and only process data according to our instructions.

6.Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We and third-party partners use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to understand usage patterns, deliver features, and support advertising/analytics. You can control cookie settings through your browser and opt-out mechanisms provided by third parties.

7.Data Retention

We retain Personal Information only as long as necessary to provide services, to meet contractual and legal obligations, and to resolve disputes. Usage data and logs may be retained for analytics and security for a shorter, defined period.

8.Security

We implement commercially reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect Personal Information (encryption where appropriate, access controls, regular reviews of security practices). No internet system is completely secure; we continuously evaluate and improve safeguards. See the Federal Trade Commission’s guidance for business best practices.

9.Florida-Specific Legal Rights & Obligations

   9.1 Florida Information Protection Act (FIPA) — Breach Notification

Vendzi follows Florida’s breach-notification requirements under the Florida Information Protection Act (F.S. § 501.171). If we determine a breach affecting Florida residents has occurred, we will provide required notices to affected individuals and to the Florida Department of Legal Affairs (Attorney General) when the breach affects 500 or more Florida residents, and we will comply with statutory timelines (generally notice as expeditiously as practicable but no later than 30 days after determination; extensions are possible in certain circumstances). 

   9.2 Florida Digital Bill of Rights (FLDBOR) and consumer rights

Florida’s consumer privacy legislation (the Florida Digital Bill of Rights / SB 262 and related rules) grants certain rights to Florida residents in relation to personal data (for example, rights of access, correction, and deletion) and imposes transparency obligations on businesses that meet statutory thresholds. If you are a Florida resident and the law applies to Vendzi’s operations under the statutory thresholds, you may exercise applicable rights as described in Section 11 of this Policy. We will process such requests consistent with Florida law.

Note: applicability of Florida’s privacy law may depend on thresholds in the statute (for example, business size or data-driven-advertising revenue thresholds). Vendzi will honor privacy rights where required by law; if you believe Florida law applies to you and we should treat your request under that law, please contact us.

10.Other U.S. & Federal Laws

Depending on the nature of data processed, other U.S. laws may apply:

  • COPPA — children under 13: we do not knowingly collect Personal Information from children under 13. If discovered, we will delete it as required.
  • HIPAA / GLBA — if Vendzi processes health or certain financial information in a manner covered by these laws, separate compliance obligations apply (we will notify affected users and maintain appropriate safeguards).
  • FTC — Vendzi follows Federal Trade Commission guidance on privacy, security, and truthful advertising.
11.Your Rights & Choices

Subject to law, you may have the following rights:

  • Access: Request copies of Personal Information we maintain about you.
  • Correction: Ask to correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Deletion: Request deletion of Personal Information (subject to exceptions — e.g., records we must keep for legal or business reasons).
  • Restrictions/Objection: Object to certain processing or request restrictions where authorized by law.
  • Opt-out: Opt out of marketing emails or targeted advertising.
  • Data portability: Where required, receive certain data in a portable format.

To submit a request, contact privacy@vendzi.us. We will verify identity before fulfilling requests and respond within timeframes required by applicable law. If you are a Florida resident and your rights are governed by FLDBOR or similar state law, we will process your request under that law when applicable.

12.Data Transfers

Data we collect may be stored and processed in the United States. If data is transferred outside the U.S., we will use appropriate contractual or other safeguards required by law to protect your Personal Information.

13.Third-Party Links & Services

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, plug-ins, or payment processors. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third parties. We encourage you to review third-party privacy notices before providing them information.

14.Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Policy to reflect changes in legal requirements or our practices. Material changes will be posted on the Site with an updated effective date. Continued use after posting constitutes acceptance.

15.How to Contact Us

For privacy questions, requests, or complaints:

Email: Info@VendZi.us

If you are a Florida resident and dissatisfied with our response, you may also contact the Florida Attorney General’s Office or other competent regulator.

16.Legal Disclaimer

This Policy is a general template prepared for Vendzi LLC based in Tampa, Florida and is not legal advice. Laws and guidance change frequently. You should consult a licensed attorney in Florida to confirm that this Policy reflects Vendzi’s actual data practices and to ensure full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws (including FIPA, FLDBOR, COPPA, HIPAA, GLBA, and FTC requirements where relevant).