Hoosier Hometown Markets, LLC – Privacy PolicyEffective date: December 1, 2025Hoosier Hometown Markets, LLC (“Hoosier Hometown Markets,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you interact with our website, online forms, social media pages, or events (collectively, the “Services”).This Privacy Policy serves as our “privacy notice” under the Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act (IC 24-15) and similar U.S. privacy laws.By using our Services or submitting information to us, you agree to the practices described below.1. Who We Are & How to Contact UsIf you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, you may contact us at:> Hoosier Hometown Markets, LLC
> Email: [email protected]
> Website: https://info.hoosierhometownmarkets.com/#privacy2. Scope of This PolicyThis Privacy Policy applies to: * Visitors to our website and social media pages
* Individuals who submit vendor applications, contact forms, or surveys
* Individuals who subscribe to our email list
* Individuals who voluntarily submit photographs, logos, or other materials through our ServicesUnder the Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act, the rights in Section 11 apply to Indiana residents acting in a personal, family, or household context, to the extent the law applies to us.This Policy does not apply to third-party websites or platforms that we do not control, even if we link to them.3. Information We CollectWe collect information (a) directly from you, (b) automatically from your use of the Services, and (c) from third parties. We limit our collection to information that is adequate, relevant, and reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Policy.3.1 Information You Provide DirectlyThis may include: * Contact information (name, business name, email, phone, address)
* Vendor or event-participant information (product descriptions, social media links, business details, booth preferences)
* User-submitted materials (photographs, logos, descriptions, testimonials, or similar content)
* Communications sent by email, form, message, or social media
* Survey responses or event feedbackPlease do not submit information you do not want us to store or use as described here.3.2 Information Collected AutomaticallyWhen you interact with our website, we may collect: * IP address and general location
* Browser and device information
* Pages viewed, links clicked, referring/exit pages
* Date/time of visits
* Cookies, pixels, and similar technologiesWe use this information to operate, maintain, and improve our website.3.3 Information from Third PartiesWe may receive information from: * Email or marketing platforms (e.g., newsletter signup tools)
* Social media platforms (e.g., interactions, tags, comments)
* Event partners or service providers who assist with communications or operationsWe handle such information in accordance with this Policy.4. How We Use Your Information (Purposes)We use the information we collect for purposes including: * Providing and managing the Services (processing vendor applications, organizing events, allocating booths, sending decisions or logistical updates)
* Communicating with you (responding to inquiries, sending updates, vendor notices, or event-related information)
* Marketing and promotion of our events (featuring vendors, highlighting events, sending newsletters—opt-out available at any time)
* Website improvement and analytics
* Security, fraud prevention, and compliance with law
* Recordkeeping and administrative purposesWe do not use personal data for materially different purposes unless we (1) notify you and (2) obtain consent where required.5. Data Minimization & Purpose LimitationWe collect only the personal data that is adequate, relevant, and reasonably necessary for the purposes disclosed. We do not process personal data for incompatible purposes without obtaining your consent where required by law.6. Cookies and Similar TechnologiesWe and our service providers may use cookies or similar tools to: * Recognize your browser or device
* Maintain preferences
* Analyze usage and performance
* Support social media or marketing integrationsYou may disable cookies in your browser settings, though some website features may not work properly.7. How We Share InformationWe do not sell personal data and do not use personal data for “targeted advertising” as defined under Indiana law.We may share information with: * Service providers (website hosts, email delivery services, CRM tools, analytics providers, payment processors)
* Event partners or venue hosts where reasonably necessary to operate an event
* You or third parties when you direct us to share
* Law enforcement or regulators where required
* Successors or affiliates in connection with business transfersWe may also share aggregated or de-identified information that cannot reasonably identify you.If we ever begin selling personal data or using data for targeted advertising, we will update this Policy and provide opt-out mechanisms as required.8. User-Submitted Photos, Logos, and Other ContentIf you voluntarily submit photos, logos, testimonials, descriptions, or other materials (“Content”), we may use them for event listings, marketing, promotional graphics, or other communications as described in our Content Submission Policy and Vendor Agreement, which govern: * The license you grant us
* How we may publish or display content
* Your representations and warranties
* How to request removal in future promotionsThis Privacy Policy only covers how we store and process personal data—not the terms under which you license content to us. Those terms appear in separate documents.9. Data RetentionWe retain personal data for as long as reasonably necessary to: * Provide and operate our Services
* Maintain legal, tax, or accounting records
* Resolve disputes
* Enforce agreementsWhen data is no longer needed, we delete or de-identify it where feasible.10. Data Security & Non-DiscriminationWe implement reasonable technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect personal data. No method of storage or transmission is perfectly secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.We do not discriminate against you for exercising privacy rights under applicable law, except as permitted for bona fide loyalty or discount programs.Nothing in this section limits any non-waivable rights under Indiana law.11. Your Rights Under Indiana LawTo the extent required by the Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act, Indiana residents acting in a personal, family, or household context may have the right to:1. Confirm and access their personal data
2. Correct inaccuracies
3. Delete personal data
4. Obtain a copy or summary of personal data in a portable format
5. Opt out of:
* Targeted advertising
* Sale of personal data
* Profiling producing legal or similarly significant effectsWe currently do not sell personal data, use it for targeted advertising, or conduct automated profiling.11.1 How to Exercise Your RightsSubmit a request by contacting:> Email: [email protected]
> Webform (if available): https://info.hoosierhometownmarkets.com/#privacy-requestPlease describe the rights you wish to exercise and provide enough information for us to verify your identity.11.2 Response TimelineWe respond within 45 days (with one possible 45-day extension if reasonably necessary). Fees may apply only where allowed by law for unfounded, excessive, or repetitive requests.11.3 AppealsIf we deny your request, you may appeal by replying to our decision or emailing us with the subject line “Privacy Appeal.”
We will respond within 60 days. If we deny your appeal, we will tell you how to contact the Indiana Attorney General, as required by law.12. Sensitive DataWe do not intentionally collect “sensitive data” (such as health information, racial or ethnic origin, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or children’s data) unless you voluntarily provide it and only as permitted by law.If sensitive data processing becomes necessary, we will obtain consent as required.13. Children’s PrivacyOur Services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13.If you believe a child has provided personal data to us, please contact us and we will take appropriate steps to delete it.14. International VisitorsOur Services operate in the United States. If you access them from outside the U.S., you understand that your information may be stored or processed in the U.S., which may have different privacy laws.15. Third-Party Links and Social MediaOur Services may link to third-party websites or social platforms. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.16. Changes to This Privacy PolicyWe may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When we do, we will update the “Effective date” above and may provide additional notice where required.Your continued use of the Services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.17. No Waiver of Non-Waivable RightsNothing in this Privacy Policy waives or limits your rights under the Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act or any other non-waivable law.