What information do we collect and how do we use it?

• When you order, we need to know your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, credit card number, and credit card expiration date. This allows us to process and fulfill your order and to notify you of your order status.
• When you sign up for services like Newsletters we need only an email address -- which we use to send the information you requested.
• When you enter a contest or other promotional feature, we may ask for your name, address, and email address so we can administer the contest and notify winners. To the extent that any privacy information relating to a sweepstakes or contest conflicts with the information provided here, the specific privacy information regarding the sweepstakes or contest will be clearly stated in an area that will be accessible to potential entrants and will govern that particular sweepstakes or contest.
• We may personalize your shopping experience by using your purchases and site behavior to shape our recommendations about merchandise that might be of interest to you. We also monitor customer traffic patterns and site usage to help us develop the design and layout of the site.
• We may also use the information we collect to occasionally notify you about important functionality changes to the web site, new mpPartyWorld.com services, and special offers we think you'll find valuable. If you would rather not receive this information, visit Your Account to change your preferences. Make sure to change your preferences for each account or email address you have left with us.

How does mpPartyWorld.com protect customer information?

We use the latest encryption technology to keep your personal information safe. All your ordering information -- including your name, address, and credit card number -- is encrypted using a secure server for maximum security. Your credit card and billing information cannot be read as it travels to our ordering system.

Credit card transactions are handled by a third-party financial institution, which receives the credit card number and other personal identifying information only to verify the credit card numbers and process transactions. If you feel more comfortable doing so, you are welcome to call in your credit card information and complete your purchase by phone.

What are cookies and what do they do?

"Cookies" are small pieces of information that are stored by your browser on your computer's hard drive. Our site uses temporary cookies to speed navigation, keep track of items, and provide you with custom-tailored content. Most browsers are initially set to accept cookies. If you would prefer, you can set yours to refuse cookies. You will still be able to order from mpPartyWorld.com using the Shopping Cart.

Will mpPartyWorld.com disclose the information it collects to outside parties?

Our company does not share information collected about you with any outside parties. However, mpPartyWorld.com may release account information when we believe, in good faith, that such release is reasonably necessary to (i) comply with law, (ii) enforce or apply the terms of any of our user agreements, or (iii) protect the rights, property, or safety of mpPartyWorld.com, our users, or others.

How does mpPartyWorld.com protect the privacy of children younger than 13?

We are concerned about the privacy of young children and do not knowingly collect any personal information from a child under 13. We suggest that you become involved with your child's access to the Internet and to our site to ensure that his or her privacy is well protected.

What is your policy if I link to a third-party web site?

When you click on links and/or ad banners that take you to third-party web sites, you will be subject to the third parties' privacy policies. While we support the protection of privacy on the Internet, mpPartyWorld.com cannot be responsible for the actions of third parties. We encourage you to read the posted privacy statement whenever interacting with any web site.

Your consent

By using our web site, you consent to the collection and use of this information by mpPartyWorld.com. If we decide to change our privacy policy, we will post those changes on this page so that you are always aware of what information we collect, how we use it, and under what circumstances we disclose it.

This privacy policy was last modified on September 14, 2001.