1. Introduction
Our Local Shop (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you use our website and services. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information from users of our website:
- Personal Information: Information that identifies you as an individual, such as your name, email address, phone number, and postal address. This information is collected only when you voluntarily provide it to us, such as when creating an account, subscribing to our newsletter, or contacting us.
- Non-Personal Information: Information that does not directly identify you, such as your browser type, device type, IP address, operating system, and browsing habits. This information is collected automatically through cookies and other tracking technologies.
3. How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To Provide and Improve Our Services: We use your information to operate, maintain, and improve our website and the services we offer.
- To Communicate with You: We may use your personal information to respond to your inquiries, send you updates, newsletters, and promotional materials, or provide customer support.
- To Personalize Your Experience: We use non-personal information to understand how users interact with our website, customize content, and improve user experience.
- To Ensure Security: We may use your information to detect and prevent fraud, unauthorized access, and other security issues.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties except in the following circumstances:
- With Your Consent: We may share your information when you give us explicit consent to do so.
- Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or providing services to you. These providers are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential and secure.
- Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. Cookies are small files stored on your device that allow us to recognize your browser and capture certain information.
- Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly.
- Performance Cookies: Collect information about how you use our website to improve its performance.
- Functional Cookies: Allow the website to remember your preferences and provide enhanced features.
- Managing Cookies: You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. However, this may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please be aware that no method of data transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure.
7. Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: You have the right to request that we correct any inaccuracies in your personal information.
- Deletion: You have the right to request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.
- Opt-Out: You have the right to opt out of receiving promotional communications from us at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [contact information].
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Your continued use of the website after any changes indicates your acceptance of the revised policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at info@ourlocalshop.