1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

- Personal Information:

- When you place an order, create an account, or sign up for our newsletter, we collect your name, email address, phone number, shipping address, billing address, and payment details (processed securely through our payment providers).

- If you contact us for support, we may collect additional information you provide.

- Usage Data:

- We collect information about your interactions with our Site, including your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on the Site.

- Cookies and Tracking Technologies:

- We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze Site performance, and deliver personalized content or advertisements. For example, cookies help us remember items in your cart and track your preferences.

- We use Squarespace Analytics to understand how users interact with our Site.

- Social Media Interactions:

- If you engage with us on social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube, or Twitter/X), we may collect information you share publicly or through those platforms.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

- To process and fulfill your orders, including payment processing, shipping, and order confirmation.

- To manage your account and provide customer support.

- To send you our weekly newsletter with exclusive deals and updates (if you’ve signed up). You can unsubscribe at any time.

- To improve our Site, products, and services by analyzing usage data and feedback.

- To deliver personalized marketing, promotions, or advertisements

- To comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, or protect the rights, property 1of SafetyGearExpert.com, our users, or the public.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:

- Service Providers:

- Third-party vendors that help us operate the Site, such as Squarespace (our hosting platform), payment processors (e.g., Stripe for Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, Discover, Apple Pay, Google Pay; PayPal), and shipping providers (e.g., USPS, FedEx).

- Analytics Partners:

- We use tools like Squarespace Analytics and Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our Site.

- Marketing Partners:

- If you sign up for our newsletter, we may use email marketing platforms to send you updates.

- Social Media Platforms:

- We may share data with platforms like Facebook or Instagram for advertising purposes, based on your interactions with our Site.

- Legal Authorities:

- We may disclose your information if required by law, in response to a court order, or to protect our rights.

4. Your Choices and Rights

- Newsletter Opt-Out:

- You can unsubscribe from our newsletter by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email.

- Cookies:

- You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or by opting out of non-essential cookies via our cookie consent popup (if applicable).

- Access, Correction, or Deletion:

- You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data by contacting us at support@safetygearexpert.com.

- Do Not Track:

- Some browsers have "Do Not Track" settings. We currently do not respond to these signals, but you can manage tracking through cookie settings.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures, such as encryption and secure servers, to protect your personal information. For example, payment details are processed securely through Stripe and PayPal. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, such as social media platforms or payment processors. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

7. Children’s Privacy

SafetyGearExpert.com is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that such data has been collected, we will delete it promptly.

8. International Users

Our Site is hosted in the United States. If you access SafetyGearExpert.com from outside the U.S., your data may be transferred to and processed in the U.S., where data protection laws may differ from those in your country. By using our Site, you consent to this transfer.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:

- Email: support@safetygearexpert.com

- Mailing Address: 3571 Far West Blvd #3689, Austin, Texas, 78759