PRIVACY POLICY
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**SECTION 1 - INFORMATION COLLECTION**
When you make a purchase from "Jewelry Essentials", we collect personal details such as your name, address, and email address in the process.
Additionally, when you visit our store, your computer’s IP address is automatically recorded. This aids in gathering insights about your browser and operating system.
**Email Communications**: With your consent, we'll keep you informed about "Jewelry Essentials", including new product launches and updates.
**SECTION 2 - YOUR CONSENT**
**How We Obtain Your Consent**: When you supply personal details during transactions, such as making a purchase or confirming your credit card, your implied agreement to our collection and use for that specific purpose is assumed. Should we need your personal information for other reasons, like marketing, we'll directly ask for your clear consent or give you an option to decline.
**Revoking Consent**: Should you wish to revoke your consent after opting in, you can do so at any time by reaching out to us.
**SECTION 3 - DISCLOSURE**
Your personal information may be revealed if we're mandated by law or if our Terms of Service are breached.
**SECTION 4 - E-COMMERCE PLATFORM**
"Jewelry Essentials" is hosted on Shopify Inc. They grant us the e-commerce infrastructure to offer our products and services.
Your data is safeguarded by Shopify using secure servers and firewalls.
**Payment Processing**: Should you select a direct payment method for your transaction, Shopify securely stores your credit card details in accordance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS). Once your transaction is finalized, your transaction details are deleted.
For an in-depth understanding, Shopify’s Terms of Service ([Shopify TOS link]) and Privacy Statement ([Shopify Privacy link]) are available to read.
**SECTION 5 - THIRD-PARTY SERVICES**
Our third-party service providers only collect, use, and disclose your information to the degree required to execute the services they render to "Jewelry Essentials".
However, some third-party payment processors have distinct privacy policies for transaction-related information. We advise reviewing their policies for clarity on how your data is managed.
Be aware that these providers may be subject to different legal jurisdictions. If, for instance, you're in Canada and your transaction is processed in the U.S., U.S. laws, including the Patriot Act, may apply.
External links on our store might navigate you away from our site. We're not accountable for the privacy procedures of other sites and encourage reading their privacy statements.
**SECTION 6 - ENSURING YOUR SECURITY**
We prioritise the protection of your personal information, employing industry-standard methods to prevent loss, misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure.
All credit card details are encrypted using SSL technology and stored with AES-256 encryption.
**SECTION 7 - COOKIES**
We employ cookies for various purposes. Here's a list of cookies we use, so you can choose to opt-out if desired:
- _session_id: Helps Shopify with session details (e.g., referral source, landing page).
- _shopify_visit & _shopify_uniq: Used for internal statistics.
- cart: Remembers your cart's contents for 2 weeks.
- _secure_session_id & storefront_digest: Used for session security and access, respectively.
**SECTION 8 - AGE LIMIT**
By using "Jewelry Essentials", you confirm you're at or above the legal age in your region or have the consent of a legal guardian.
**SECTION 9 - UPDATES TO PRIVACY POLICY**
We may amend this policy. Regularly reviewing this document ensures you stay informed. Should significant changes occur, we'll notify you here.
In cases of mergers or acquisitions, your details may be transferred to ensure we can continue our business relationship.