This Privacy Policy describes how JapaneseKitchenKnifeSet.com (the “Site” or “we”) collects, uses, and discloses your Personal Information when you visit or make a purchase from the Site.
Collecting Personal Information
When you visit the Site, we collect certain information about your device, your interactions with the Site, and information necessary to process your purchases. We may also collect additional information if you contact us for customer support. “Personal Information” refers to any data that can uniquely identify an individual. Below is more information about what Personal Information we collect and why.
Device Information
- Personal Information Collected: Web browser version, IP address, time zone, cookie data, sites or products viewed, search terms, and interactions with the Site.
- Purpose of Collection: To load the Site correctly and perform analytics on Site usage to optimize our services.
- Source of Collection: Automatically collected via cookies, log files, web beacons, tags, or pixels.
- Disclosure for Business Purposes: Shared with third-party processors, such as Shopify.
Order Information
- Personal Information Collected: Name, billing address, shipping address, payment information (including credit card numbers), email address, and phone number.
- Purpose of Collection: To process your orders, arrange shipping, and provide communication about your order. This may also include screening for fraud and providing marketing content if in line with your preferences.
- Source of Collection: Collected directly from you during transactions.
- Disclosure for Business Purposes: Shared with third-party processors, such as Shopify.
Customer Support Information
- Purpose of Collection: To assist in providing customer support.
- Source of Collection: Collected directly from you.
Minors
The Site is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect Personal Information from minors. If you believe your child has provided us with Personal Information, please contact us to have it removed.
Behavioral Advertising
We use Personal Information to provide you with targeted advertisements or marketing communications. We may use platforms like Google Analytics and share data with advertising partners.
- Google Analytics: You can learn more about how Google uses your Personal Information here: https://policies.google.com/privacy. You can opt out here: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
- Opt-out Options for Ads:
Additionally, you can opt out of some services through the Digital Advertising Alliance’s opt-out portal: http://optout.aboutads.info/.
Using Personal Information
We use your Personal Information to provide services, process payments, and ship your orders. We also keep you updated on new products, services, and offers.
Lawful Basis Under GDPR
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your Personal Information based on the following lawful bases:
- Your consent
- Performance of a contract with you
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Legitimate interests that do not override your rights
Retention of Personal Information
We retain your Personal Information as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless you request deletion.
Automated Decision-Making
We may engage in automated decision-making, including fraud prevention measures, but such decisions do not have significant legal effects on you.
Selling Personal Information
Our Site does not sell your Personal Information as defined by the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
Your Rights
GDPR (EEA Residents)
You have the right to access, correct, update, or erase your Personal Information. You can also request to port your data to a new service. To exercise these rights, contact us.
CCPA (California Residents)
If you are a resident of California, you can request access to your Personal Information, request its deletion, and port your data to another service. Contact us to exercise these rights.
Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your experience on the Site. Cookies help the Site remember your preferences and track your behavior. You can manage cookies through your browser settings. However, blocking cookies may impact your user experience.
We use the following types of cookies:
- Functional Cookies: Necessary for the basic functions of the Site.
- Performance Cookies: Used for analytics and improving Site performance.
- Advertising Cookies: Used for displaying targeted ads.
Do Not Track
We do not alter our data collection and usage practices when we detect a “Do Not Track” signal from your browser.
Changes to the Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other legal reasons.
Contact Us
For more information, please contact us by email at: support@japanesekitchenknifeset.com.