Privacy Policy
Effective Date: March 2025

Introduction
Welcome to the website of Great Lakes Apparel & Gift Show (“Company,” “we,” “our,” “us”). Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (“Website”) and interact with our services.

Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you interact with our Website or services:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, company name, business type, and mailing address when you register as an exhibitor or buyer.

• Payment Information: When purchasing exhibitor space, we collect payment details, though transactions are securely processed by third-party payment providers.

• Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers collected through cookies and similar technologies.

• Communication Data: Any information provided when contacting us through web forms, email, or customer support.

How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To register exhibitors and attendees for the event.

• To process payments and manage exhibitor bookings.

• To send event-related communications, including confirmations, reminders, and updates.

• To improve our Website functionality and user experience.

• To respond to inquiries and provide customer support.

• To comply with legal obligations and protect against fraudulent activities.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. Users may disable cookies through their browser settings, but doing so may affect certain functionalities of the Website.

Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share your data in the following circumstances:

• With Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist with website operations, payment processing, email communication, and event management.

• Legal Compliance: If required by law or to protect the rights, safety, or property of Great Lakes Apparel & Gift Show.

• Business Transfers: In the event of a business acquisition or merger, your data may be transferred as part of company assets.

SMS Privacy Policy
If you opt in to receive SMS notifications from Great Lakes Apparel & Gift Show, you agree to the following terms:

• By providing your phone number, you consent to receive SMS messages regarding event updates, exhibitor information, registration confirmations, and promotional content.

• Message frequency varies. Standard message and data rates may apply.

• You can opt out at any time by replying “STOP” to any SMS message you receive from us.

• We do not sell, rent, or share your phone number with third parties for marketing purposes.

• SMS communications are intended for registered buyers, exhibitors, and interested parties who have opted in.

Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal information.

• Opt out of marketing emails by clicking “unsubscribe” in the footer of our emails.

• Disable cookies through browser settings.

• Opt out of SMS notifications by replying “STOP.”

Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and we encourage users to review their privacy policies before sharing any personal information.

Children’s Privacy
Our services are intended for business professionals and not directed toward children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.

Contact Us
For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us: Great Lakes Promotions, LLC
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
Phone: 616-375-6319