Privacy policy

1. Introduction

At Archie Pet, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you visit our website or make purchases from our online store. By using our services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, shipping/billing address, payment details
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system
• Usage Data: Pages visited, products viewed, time spent on site
• Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your shopping experience (you can manage preferences in your browser settings)

3. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used for the following purposes:

• Processing and fulfilling your orders
• Providing customer support
• Improving our products and services
• Sending marketing communications (with your consent)
• Preventing fraud and ensuring website security
• Complying with legal obligations

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

• Payment processors to complete transactions
• Shipping carriers to deliver your orders
• Service providers who assist with our business operations
• Legal authorities when required by law

We never sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Enforce our agreements

6. Your Rights

Under GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy laws, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to or restrict processing
• Withdraw consent (where applicable)
• Request data portability
• Opt-out of marketing communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:

• SSL encryption for all data transmissions
• Secure payment processing
• Regular security assessments
• Limited access to personal data

8. International Data Transfers

As an international business, your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your own. We ensure all transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The updated version will be posted on our website with the effective date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact our Data Protection Officer at:

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