Privacy Policy for GemDazzles

Effective Date: January 17, 2025

At GemDazzles, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard the information you provide to us when you visit our website gemdazzles.com, make a purchase, or engage with our services. By using our website and services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you provide to us directly when you interact with our website. This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Personal Identification Information: Your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and payment details (credit card information, billing address, etc.)
  • Order Information: Details of the products you purchase, including quantity, size, color, and shipping preferences.
  • Account Information: If you create an account with us, we may collect information such as your username, password, and account preferences.
  • Communication Information: When you contact us for customer service or support, we may store the details of your inquiry and any responses.

We also collect information automatically when you visit our website:

  • Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your experience, track site usage, and improve our services. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and activity.
  • Usage Data: We may collect non-personal information about how you interact with our website, such as IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • Order Processing: To process and fulfill your orders, including shipping and billing.
  • Customer Service: To respond to your inquiries, provide support, and address any issues with your orders or products.
  • Personalization: To personalize your shopping experience and recommend products that may interest you based on your past purchases or browsing behavior.
  • Marketing and Promotions: To send you promotional emails, newsletters, and special offers. You can opt out of receiving marketing communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in the email or contacting us directly.
  • Site Improvement: To analyze how you use our website and improve our services, user experience, and functionality.
  • Security: To detect and prevent fraud and to protect our website and users from security breaches.

3. How We Share Your Information

GemDazzles does not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers that assist us in operating our website, processing payments, fulfilling orders, and conducting business activities. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and only use it for the purposes specified by GemDazzles.
  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law, such as in response to a subpoena, court order, or government request, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, comply with legal obligations, or investigate potential fraud.
  • Business Transfers: If GemDazzles undergoes a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of the transaction. You will be notified via email or a prominent notice on our website if such a change occurs.

4. Data Security

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement industry-standard measures to protect it from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Encryption: We use SSL (Secure Socket Layer) encryption to protect sensitive information transmitted between your browser and our servers, including payment details.
  • Payment Security: We utilize trusted third-party payment processors (such as PayPal and Stripe) to handle payment transactions securely. GemDazzles does not store your full payment details on our servers.
  • Account Protection: If you create an account with us, it is your responsibility to keep your login credentials secure. We recommend using a strong, unique password and logging out of your account after each session.

Despite these efforts, please note that no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your personal data.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences, track your activity, and provide a more personalized browsing experience. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings; however, doing so may affect the functionality of some features on our website.

  • Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the proper functioning of our website and allow you to make purchases, log in to your account, and navigate the site.
  • Performance and Analytics Cookies: We use cookies to collect anonymous data about your website usage (such as pages visited and time spent) to analyze site performance and improve user experience.
  • Targeting and Advertising Cookies: These cookies help us deliver targeted ads and promotional content based on your browsing history and preferences.

You can manage cookie preferences and opt out of certain types of cookies through your browser settings or by using third-party tools. For more information on how we use cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, products, or services that are not owned or operated by GemDazzles. These third-party sites have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them before providing any personal information. GemDazzles is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these external websites.

7. Your Data Rights

You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information that we hold. If you would like to exercise these rights, please contact us at info@gemdazzles.com or (501) 365-3327. We will respond to your request as promptly as possible.

Additionally, you may:

  • Opt-Out of Marketing Communications: You can unsubscribe from our marketing emails at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in the email or by contacting us directly.
  • Request a Copy of Your Data: You may request a copy of the personal data we have collected about you. We will provide this information within a reasonable timeframe, subject to applicable laws.

8. Children’s Privacy

GemDazzles does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we discover that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information as soon as possible. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

9. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated Effective Date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed of any updates. By continuing to use our services after any changes, you accept and agree to the revised Privacy Policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please do not hesitate to contact us: