PRIVACY POLICY

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1. INTRODUCTION
This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website and services. By using our platform, you consent to the practices described herein.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal identification details (name, address, email)
  • Payment and transaction information
  • Browsing behavior and website interaction data
  • Device and connection information
  • Demographic information
  • Customer service communications

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
Your data enables us to:

  • Process orders and transactions
  • Provide customer support
  • Improve our products and services
  • Personalize your shopping experience
  • Conduct marketing and advertising
  • Prevent fraud and enhance security
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. DATA SHARING AND DISCLOSURE
We may share information with:

  • Payment processors for transaction completion
  • Shipping carriers for order fulfillment
  • Service providers assisting our operations
  • Legal authorities when required by law
  • Business partners in case of mergers or acquisitions

5. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your residence. We implement safeguards to ensure adequate protection during such transfers.

6. DATA RETENTION
We retain personal information:

  • For active customer accounts
  • As required by law (typically 7 years for financial records)
  • Until consent is withdrawn for marketing purposes
  • As needed for business operations

7. YOUR RIGHTS
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Delete your personal data
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Receive your data in portable format
  • Withdraw consent

8. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enhance website functionality
  • Analyze usage patterns
  • Deliver personalized content
  • Facilitate advertising

9. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY
Our services are not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from minors without parental consent.

10. SECURITY MEASURES
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:

  • Encryption technologies
  • Secure servers
  • Access controls
  • Regular security assessments

11. POLICY UPDATES
We may modify this policy periodically. Material changes will be communicated through our website or directly to users when required by law.

12. CONTACT INFORMATION
For privacy-related inquiries, please use the designated contact methods available on our website.

13. THIRD-PARTY LINKS
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies.

14. CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS
California residents may have additional rights under the CCPA, including:

  • Right to know about personal information collected
  • Right to request deletion
  • Right to opt-out of sales
  • Right to non-discrimination

15. EUROPEAN DATA PROTECTION
For EU residents, our data processing complies with GDPR requirements. Our Data Protection Officer can be contacted through our website.