The following policy describes the types of information we collect and how we use that information.

What information do we collect?
We will ask for your name, email address, and addresses and telephone numbers. Billing information is used for verification purposes, credit card numbers and expiration dates will be purged from our system after the sale is completed.

How do we use personal information?
The information you provide to purchase merchandise and services from The Real Deal is used to fulfill your order. In addition, when placing an order you will be invited to receive periodic newsletters from the site. You will have the option of not being added to this mailing list and you can remove yourself from our newsletter list by clicking on the unsubscribe link at the bottom of all newsletters.

What about cookies?
A cookie is a piece of data that identifies you as a unique user. When you visit certain parts of The Real Deal, we set a temporary cookie on your computer to help identify you, customize your experience and maintain information for the duration of your visit.

Do we share personal information?
We do not share personal information with anybody.

How do we keep your information secure?
The personal information that you provide to The Real Deal is maintained on secure servers and protected by industry-standard Secure Socket Layer encryption. We do not store you credit card information after the transaction has been completed. When entering personal information, look for an icon at the bottom of your browser window that indicates that you are on a secure page.

How do I update my information?
If you have questions about the status of your orders or any other questions about the The Real Deal, please email us at info@therealdeal.net.

Changes to this policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. We expect most such changes to be minor, but there may be changes that are more significant. Regardless, we will post those changes on this page so that you can easily find the information we collect and how we safeguard it. You should be able to readily notice any changes by the date stamp at the bottom of this page.

1/28/2005