Last updated: 25 August 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how GAWFCO Enterprises, Inc. (“GAWFCO,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, shares, and protects information when you visit our website, interact with us online, or contact us through our forms and channels.
We operate fuel stations, convenience retail, and car wash locations and support independent retailers through affiliated businesses. Our site also includes pages for vendors and careers. Gawfco
Information we collect
Information you provide
- Contact details when you submit a form or contact us (for example: name, email, phone, company, message).
- Vendor information if you register interest or supply to us (for example: business name, tax and payment details, contact persons).
- Career applications (for example: résumé/CV details, work history, qualifications).
- Customer service communications (for example: inquiries, feedback, support requests).
Information collected automatically
- Device and usage data: IP address, browser and device type, pages visited, time and date, referring/exit pages, and similar analytics.
- Cookies and similar technologies: to enable site features, remember preferences, and measure performance (see “Cookies and analytics” below).
Information from third parties
- Service providers and partners that support our operations (for example: site analytics, security, form handling, hosting).
- Public and commercial sources (for example: business directories, anti-fraud services).
How we use information
We use the information we collect to:
- Operate, maintain, and improve our website and services.
- Respond to inquiries, vendor requests, and career applications.
- Manage relationships with station operators, suppliers, and partners.
- Protect the security and integrity of our systems and prevent fraud.
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms.
How we share information
We may share information with:
- Service providers that process data on our behalf (for example: hosting, analytics, security, email communications).
- Affiliates and related entities involved in fuel supply, convenience retail, and car wash operations, only as needed for business purposes.
- Business partners where you have requested or agreed to a joint interaction.
- Authorities or other parties when required by law, to protect our rights, or in connection with a business transaction (for example: merger or asset sale).
We do not sell your personal information for money. Some sharing (for example with analytics partners) may be considered a “sale” or “sharing” under certain state privacy laws. See “Your privacy rights” for opt-out options.
Cookies and analytics
We use cookies and similar technologies to run the site, remember preferences, understand how the site is used, and improve performance. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
- Essential cookies – required for basic site operation.
- Functional cookies – remember settings and enhance experience.
- Analytics cookies – measure traffic and usage to improve the site.
Your choices:
- Adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies.
- If we provide a cookie banner or “Cookie Settings,” use it to manage non-essential cookies.
Data retention
We retain information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Retention periods vary by data category and purpose.
Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect information. No method of transmission or storage is fully secure; we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children’s privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them.
Your privacy rights
Depending on your location (for example, California), you may have the right to:
- Know/Access: request details about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.
- Delete: request deletion of personal information, subject to exceptions.
- Correct: request correction of inaccurate personal information.
- Opt out of sale/sharing: opt out of certain disclosures that may be considered “sale” or “sharing” for cross-context behavioral advertising.
- Limit use of sensitive personal information (where applicable).
To exercise rights, contact us using the details below. We will verify your request and respond as required by law. You may also designate an authorized agent to make a request on your behalf consistent with applicable law.
Opt-out request (California): If we use cookies or analytics deemed “sale” or “sharing,” you can submit an opt-out request through our Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information link (if available on the site) or by contacting us.
Shine the Light (California): California residents may request a list of certain third parties to whom we disclosed personal information for their own direct marketing in the prior calendar year, and the categories of information shared.
International visitors
Our website is operated in the United States. If you access it from outside the U.S., you understand that your information may be processed in the U.S. where laws may differ from those in your country.
Changes to this Policy
We may update this Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date shows when changes were made. Material changes will be posted on this page.
Contact us
GAWFCO Enterprises, Inc.
3669 Mount Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, CA 94549
Email: office@gawfco.com
Phone: (925) 979-0560. Gawfco