Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Envy Essence (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to transparency regarding information used on this website. This Privacy Policy explains how data is collected, used, and protected as part of our participation in the Virtual Enterprises International (VEI) educational program.
This website is operated by students during the 2025–2026 academic year for educational purposes only.
Introduction
Envy Essence is a simulated luxury fragrance company created as part of Virtual Enterprises International. All activities on this website exist solely within an educational environment.
We do not collect, store, or process real personal, financial, or payment information for commercial purposes.
Educational Context
As part of this educational simulation, limited information may be collected, including:
Shopping Cart Data
Items added to the cart are stored locally in your browser for simulation purposes.VEI Portal Interaction
When proceeding to checkout, users are redirected to the official VEI portal, which operates under its own privacy policies.Website Analytics
General, non-identifiable usage data used to improve site functionality and design.Browser Information
Basic technical data such as device type or screen size to support responsive design.
Information We Collect
Information collected through this website is used exclusively to:
Simulate e-commerce and customer interaction
Improve website performance and user experience
Demonstrate real-world business operations
Fulfill curriculum and VEI program requirements
All usage remains within the educational scope of VEI.
How We Use Information
Shopping cart data is stored locally in your browser using standard browser storage technology. This information remains on your device and is not transmitted to Envy Essence servers.
Users may clear this data at any time through browser settings or by clearing the cart.
Local Storage
At checkout, users are redirected to the Virtual Enterprises International portal (portal.veinternational.org). VEI maintains its own data handling and privacy practices. Envy Essence is not responsible for data managed by external platforms.
Third-Party Services
This website uses minimal cookies or browser storage to:
Maintain cart functionality
Remember user preferences
Support website performance
Cookie settings may be managed through individual browser preferences.
Cookies and Browser Storage
As an educational project, Envy Essence implements reasonable safeguards appropriate to a learning environment. We do not collect sensitive personal or financial data requiring enterprise-level security.
Access to simulated data is limited to participating students and educators under academic supervision.
Data Security
This website is designed for use within high school and college Virtual Enterprise programs. All participation occurs under teacher supervision. Envy Essence does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without appropriate educational consent.
Children’s Privacy
Within the educational context, users have the right to:
Clear local cart data at any time
Discontinue use of the website
Request information about data usage related to this simulation
Contact supervising educators regarding privacy concerns
User Rights
This Privacy Policy may be updated during the 2025–2026 academic year as the educational project evolves. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated revision date.
Changes to This Policy
Questions regarding this Privacy Policy or Envy Essence’s participation in VEI may be directed through the contact information provided on this website or through the supervising educator.