Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Downtown Chicago Foodie Group (“DCFG,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect through
downtownchicagofoodie.com (the “Site”), how we use it, and the choices you have. By using the Site or subscribing to our services, you agree to the terms of this
Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

Name, email address, phone number, and billing address when you subscribe or make a payment

Subscriber name, title, and corporate email address (for group and individual subscriptions)

Any information you submit through contact forms or email correspondence

We also collect limited technical information automatically when you visit the Site, such as your IP address, browser type, and pages visited, through standard
analytics tools.

3. Payment Processing

Payments are processed securely by Stripe, Inc. (“Stripe”). We do not store your full credit card or banking information on our servers. Stripe’s own privacy policy
governs how it handles your payment data; we encourage you to review it at stripe.com/privacy.

4. How We Use Your Information

To process subscription payments and manage your account
To deliver competitive analysis content, updates, and communications you have subscribed to
To respond to inquiries and provide customer support
To improve the Site and our services

5. Email Communications

We use Mailchimp to send subscription-related emails and updates. Every marketing email includes an unsubscribe link, and you may opt out of non-essential
communications at any time. We will still send essential account or billing communications related to an active subscription.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share limited information with third-party service providers (such as Stripe and Mailchimp) solely to operate the
Site and deliver our services. We may also disclose information if required by law.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure,
and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Illinois Residents

In accordance with the Illinois Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA), in the event of a security breach affecting your personal information, we will notify you in
the most expedient time possible and without unreasonable delay, consistent with legitimate needs of law enforcement.

9. Your Choices

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us at the email address below. You may also unsubscribe from
marketing emails at any time using the link provided in each email.

10. Children's Privacy

The Site is not directed to individuals under 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Effective Date” below will reflect the most recent revision. Continued use of the Site after changes
constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

Questions about these Terms may be directed to DCFG@DowntownChicagoFoodie.com.