Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to us. Learn how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Last Updated: January 2024

Introduction

At Candycoat.co ("we," "our," or "us"), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website candycoat.co and make purchases from us.

By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our website.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information when you:

  • Make a purchase (name, email, phone number, shipping address, billing address)
  • Create an account (username, password, email address)
  • Contact us (name, email, message content)
  • Subscribe to our newsletter (email address)
  • Participate in promotions or surveys (name, email, responses)

Payment Information

Payment information is processed securely through our payment processors. We do not store complete credit card numbers or payment credentials on our servers. All payment data is encrypted and handled in compliance with PCI-DSS standards.

Automatic Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

  • IP address and browser type
  • Device information and operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Referring website addresses
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process and fulfill your orders
  • Communicate with you about your orders and account
  • Send you marketing communications (with your consent)
  • Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
  • Improve our website, products, and services
  • Prevent fraud and enhance security
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Analyze website usage and trends
  • Send you updates about new products and promotions

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Keep you logged in to your account
  • Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
  • Personalize content and advertisements
  • Improve website functionality

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: Third-party companies that help us operate our business (payment processors, shipping companies, email service providers)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
  • Fraud Prevention: To protect against fraud, unauthorized transactions, and other illegal activities

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • SSL encryption for data transmission
  • Secure servers and databases
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Employee training on data protection

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal information
  • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time
  • Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format
  • Object: Object to certain processing of your information

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@candycoat.co. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: info@candycoat.co

Subject Line: Privacy Inquiry