Overview

This Privacy Notice for Emma Expedition LLC describes how and why we might access, collect, store, use, and/or share your personal information when you use our services — including when you visit www.emmaexpedition.com, use our products, or engage with us in other ways including marketing or events. Questions? Email emmaexpedition@gmail.com.

01 — What We Collect

Information You Provide

We collect personal information you voluntarily provide, which may include:

• Names and email addresses
• Mailing and billing addresses
• Payment information — handled and stored by Shopify Payments and Stripe (Shopify Privacy, Stripe Privacy)

We also automatically collect technical data when you visit — including IP address, browser type, device info, and location data — primarily to maintain security and for analytics. We collect this information through cookies and similar technologies.

02 — How We Use It

Purposes of Processing

• To deliver services and fulfill orders, payments, returns, and exchanges
• To respond to inquiries and provide customer support
• To send transactional and administrative communications
• To send marketing communications — you can opt out at any time
• To deliver targeted advertising and personalized content
• To analyze usage trends and improve the site
• To protect our services and prevent fraud

03 — Who We Share With

Third-Party Service Providers

• Flodesk — email marketing
• Shopify — payment processing and order management
• Prodigi — print fulfillment
• Google Analytics, Google Ads, Facebook/Meta — analytics and advertising
• Showit and WordPress — website hosting
• ShopMy and Amazon — affiliate programs

We do not sell your personal information to any third party.

04 — Data Retention

How Long We Keep Your Data

Transaction records are retained for up to 7 years for tax and accounting purposes. Newsletter subscriber data is retained until unsubscription. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.

05 — Your Rights

Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or port your personal data, and to withdraw consent or object to processing. US state residents — including California, Colorado, Texas, Virginia, and others — have additional rights under applicable state laws, including the right to opt out of targeted advertising and the right to know what data we hold. To exercise your rights, contact us at emmaexpedition@gmail.com or visit www.emmaexpedition.com/contact.

06 — International Transfers

Data Transfers

Our servers are located in the United States. If you access our services from outside the US, your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States. Where required by law, we use the European Commission's Standard Contractual Clauses to protect transferred data.

07 — Contact

Privacy Questions

01 — What Are Cookies

About Cookies

Cookies are small data files placed on your device when you visit a website. First-party cookies are set by Emma Expedition LLC. Third-party cookies are set by external services to provide analytics, advertising, and other functionality.

02 — Why We Use Them

Our Use of Cookies

We use cookies to keep the site functioning, to understand how visitors use it, and to support marketing and analytics. Some cookies are strictly necessary; others are optional and can be managed through your browser settings.

03 — Types of Cookies

Cookie Categories

04 — Your Controls

Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. Disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality. You can also opt out of targeted advertising via the Digital Advertising Alliance, the Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada, or the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance.

05 — Other Tracking

Web Beacons & Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use web beacons (tracking pixels) to monitor traffic patterns, email open rates, and ad performance. These typically rely on cookies to function properly.

06 — Contact

Cookie Questions

01 — General

As-Is Basis

The services and content on this site are provided on an as-is and as-available basis. Emma Expedition LLC makes no warranties, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. We make no representations about the accuracy or completeness of content on this site or any linked websites.

02 — Photography & Content

Intellectual Property

All photography, written content, brand assets, and illustrations on this site are the property of Emma Expedition LLC unless otherwise stated. Reproduction, redistribution, or commercial use without prior written permission is prohibited. For licensing inquiries, contact hello@emmaexpedition.com.

03 — Limitation of Liability

Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Emma Expedition LLC shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential, incidental, or punitive damages arising from your use of this site or reliance on its content — including errors, omissions, interruptions, or any loss resulting from use of or inability to use the services.

04 — Travel & Recommendations

Travel Content

Travel-related content on this site — including destination guides, gear recommendations, and photography tips — is based on personal experience and is provided for informational purposes only. Conditions change. Always verify details directly with relevant operators, authorities, and services before making travel plans or decisions.

05 — External Links

Third-Party Sites

This site contains links to third-party websites. These are provided for convenience and do not constitute endorsement. Emma Expedition LLC is not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of any third-party site.

06 — Contact

Questions