Last updated: June 12, 2026
ElsonFoods (https://elsonfoods.com) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit our website, how we use it, and what choices you have. We operate this site from Providence, Rhode Island, USA, and we comply with applicable U.S. privacy laws.
What Information We Collect
Information You Provide Voluntarily
We only collect personal information when you choose to give it to us — for example, when you send us an email at jonah@elsonfoods.com. This may include your name and email address. We do not require you to create an account or provide personal details to read our content.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, certain information is collected automatically through standard web technologies:
- Log data: Your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring pages, and the dates and times of your visits
- Device information: Screen size, device type, and browser settings
- Usage data: Which pages you visit, how long you stay, and what links you click
This information is collected via cookies and similar technologies. It is not personally identifiable on its own and is used to understand how visitors use our site.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To operate and maintain the website
- To understand which content is most useful to our readers
- To improve site performance, navigation, and user experience
- To detect and prevent spam, abuse, or technical problems
- To comply with legal obligations
We do not use your information to build personal profiles, send marketing emails, or sell data to third parties.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies to store visitor preferences and analyze site traffic. Cookies are small text files placed on your device by your browser. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though some parts of the site may not function correctly without them.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential cookies: Required for basic site functionality (e.g., remembering your preferences)
- Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our content (we use Google Analytics)
- Advertising cookies: Used by our advertising partners to deliver relevant ads
Google AdSense and Advertising
ElsonFoods displays advertisements through Google AdSense and potentially other third-party advertising networks. These partners may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information about your visits to this and other websites.
This information is used to:
- Deliver advertisements that are more relevant to your interests
- Measure the effectiveness of ad campaigns
- Limit how many times you see the same advertisement
Google uses the DoubleClick cookie to serve ads based on your visits to ElsonFoods and other sites on the internet. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting:
https://adssettings.google.com
You can also opt out of third-party vendor cookies for personalized advertising by visiting:
https://www.aboutads.info/choices
For more information about how Google uses data, visit:
https://policies.google.com/privacy
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services to operate and improve our website:
- Google Analytics: For understanding site traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics collects anonymous usage data. You can opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- Google AdSense: For displaying advertisements. Governed by Google’s privacy policies.
- Hosting provider: Our web host may collect server logs for security and performance purposes.
We do not control how these third parties collect or use data. We encourage you to review their privacy policies directly.
How We Protect Your Information
We take reasonable measures to protect the information we collect:
- Our website uses HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
- We limit access to personal information to only those who need it to operate the site
- We do not store payment information — we do not sell products or accept payments directly
- We regularly review our security practices and update software as needed
No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain log data and analytics information for as long as it is useful for understanding site performance — typically up to 26 months for Google Analytics data. Email correspondence is retained indefinitely unless you request deletion, as it helps us track corrections and improve our content.
Children’s Privacy
ElsonFoods is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately and we will delete it.
Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Request that we correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information
- Opt-out: Disable cookies or opt out of personalized advertising
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at jonah@elsonfoods.com. We will respond within 30 days.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this page periodically. Significant changes will be noted in the email newsletter if you are subscribed — though currently we do not operate a newsletter.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, how we handle your data, or concerns about your privacy, contact us at:
Email: jonah@elsonfoods.com
Site: https://elsonfoods.com
We take privacy seriously and will do our best to address your concerns promptly.