Privacy Policy for American Hotdogs™

Last Updated: November 2025

American Hotdogs™ (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website gohotdogs.com, interact with our brand, or use any of our digital services.

By accessing our website or submitting information through any of our forms, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
• Fill out a contact form
• Join the franchise waitlist
• Submit a preorder request
• Sign up for promotions or newsletters
• Communicate with us via email or website forms

This information may include:
• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Location
• Business interest (franchise, partnership, etc.)
• Any message or details you voluntarily share

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
• IP address
• Browser type
• Device information
• Pages viewed
• Referring website
• Time spent on pages
• General location (city-level)

We use this data to improve website performance and user experience.

1.3 Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors interact with our website.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect to:
• Respond to your inquiries
• Process franchise or preorder requests
• Provide updates and marketing communications
• Improve our website and overall user experience
• Analyze website performance and traffic patterns
• Enhance brand communication and customer service
• Maintain business records for internal purposes

We do NOT sell your personal information. Ever.

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information only in the following situations:

3.1 Service Providers

We may share limited information with trusted providers who assist us with:
• Website hosting
• Email delivery
• Marketing tools
• Data analytics
• Contact forms

These providers are required to protect your information.

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required to comply with:
• Applicable laws or regulations
• Government requests
• Legal processes
• Protection of our rights and safety

We never share your information for advertising sales to third parties.

4. Your Choices & Rights

4.1 Opt-Out of Emails

You can unsubscribe from our emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any email.

4.2 Access or Delete Your Information

You may request:
• A copy of your personal data
• Correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion of your data (unless we are required to retain it)

5. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information.
However, no online data transmission is 100 percent secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

6. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If we discover such data was submitted, we will delete it promptly.

7. Links to External Sites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
We encourage you to review their policies independently.

8. Franchise, App, and Business Tools

If you submit interest in our franchise program, app, or operational tools, we may request additional business-related information.
Any such information is kept confidential and used solely to evaluate your request or communicate with you regarding the program.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as our business evolves.
Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:

American Hotdogs™
Email: contact@gohotdogs.com
Website: gohotdogs.com
Virginia, USA