Last updated: January 2026
North Star Distributors Inc. DBA Vineyard Grocer respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, stored, and protected when you visit https://vineyardgrocer.com/.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following information:
- Personal information voluntarily provided by you, including: Name, email address, and phone number.
- Automatically collected information, such as: IP address, browser type, device information, and website interaction data.
2. How Information Is Collected
Information may be collected through:
- Contact forms and SMS opt-in forms available on the website.
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies.
- Analytics tools, including Google Analytics and Meta (Facebook) Pixel.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected to:
- Respond to inquiries and customer requests.
- Improve website functionality and performance.
- Monitor and analyze usage trends.
- Support marketing and advertising activities (excluding mobile data as noted in Section 6).
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to improve user experience and analyze traffic. You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some website features may not function properly as a result.
5. Third-Party Services and External Links
Our website may redirect users to third-party platforms, including Local Express, for online ordering. Vineyard Grocer does not control these third-party websites, and they operate under their own privacy policies. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party service they access.
6. Sharing of Information
Vineyard Grocer does not sell, rent, or share leads. Your information may be shared with trusted third-party service providers solely for website analytics, technical support, or operational functions. All providers are required to maintain appropriate data protection standards.
Required Mobile Disclosure:
No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Information sharing to subcontractors in support services (e.g., customer service) is permitted. All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
7. Data Security (Massachusetts Compliance)
Vineyard Grocer complies with Massachusetts Data Security Regulations (201 CMR 17.00) and implements reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
8. Your Privacy Rights
- Massachusetts & General U.S. Users: You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data.
- California Privacy Rights (CCPA / CPRA): If you are a California resident, you have the right to know what information is collected and to opt out of the sharing of personal information. Vineyard Grocer does not sell personal information.
- International Users (Including Brazil – LGPD): Depending on your location, you may have additional rights to access, correct, or delete your personal data under applicable laws.
9. Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
11. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: [Iinfo@vineyardgrocer.com]