Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 2015-02-11

At TongueRingsShop, we prioritize your privacy. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using our website, you agree to these terms.

1. Information We Collect

When You Purchase or Browse

• Personal Data: Name, billing/shipping address, email, phone number.
• Automated Data: IP address, browser/device type, and cookies (see Section 7).

Marketing Communications

• Email: With consent, we send product updates and promotions.
• SMS: By opting in, you agree to receive marketing texts. Reply STOP to unsubscribe. Message/data rates apply.

2. Consent

How We Obtain Consent

• Implicit Consent: Providing data during checkout implies consent for transactional purposes (e.g., order processing).
• Explicit Consent: We request separate approval for marketing (e.g., newsletter signup checkboxes).

Withdrawing Consent

Contact us to revoke consent or delete your data:

• Email: [email protected]
• Mail: Room D07,8/F,Phase 2,Kai Tak Factory Building99 King Fuk Street,San Po Kong,Kowloon.HK

3. Data Disclosure

We disclose your information only:

• To comply with legal obligations (e.g., court orders).
• If you violate our Terms of Service.

4. Third-Party Services**

Providers We Use

• Payment Gateways: PayPal, Stripe (view their policies here and here).
• Analytics: Google Analytics (anonymous usage tracking).
• Marketing: Klaviyo (email/SMS management).

Cross-Border Data

If you’re in the EU and use a U.S.-based service (e.g., Shopify), your data may fall under U.S. jurisdiction (e.g., Patriot Act).

5. Security Measures

• Encryption: SSL/TLS for data transmission; AES-256 for stored data.
• Compliance: Adherence to PCI-DSS and GDPR standards.
• Disclaimer: No online method is 100% secure, but we implement industry best practices.

6. Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Track cart contents (cart, 2 weeks).
• Monitor site visits (_shopify_uniq, 24 hours).
• Manage logged-in sessions (_secure_session_id).

To disable cookies: Adjust browser settings (may limit site functionality).

7. Age Restrictions

You must be:

• 18+ years old (or your country’s age of majority).
• A consenting guardian for minors using this site.

8. Policy Updates

• Changes take effect immediately upon posting.
• Material updates will be flagged here.
• If acquired, your data transfers to the new owner under these terms.

Contact Us

To access, correct, or delete your data:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: [+86 13285814748]
• Mail: Room D07,8/F,Phase 2,Kai Tak Factory Building99 King Fuk Street,San Po Kong,Kowloon.HK

Key Compliance Additions:

• GDPR/CCPA rights (access, deletion, opt-out of sales).
• No third-party data selling.
• Clear SMS/email opt-out instructions.