Privacy Policy for HatsPatches
Last Updated: [7 Dec-2023]
This Privacy Policy outlines the practices, procedures, and guidelines regarding the collection, usage, and disclosure of your information when you interact with the HatsPatches service. Please read this policy to understand your privacy rights and the measures we take to protect your information.
Interpretation and Definitions
Interpretation
Capitalized terms in this Privacy Policy have meanings as defined under specific conditions. These definitions apply whether the terms appear in singular or plural form.
Definitions
- You: Refers to the individual accessing or using the HatsPatches service, or the legal entity on behalf of which such an individual is accessing or using the service.
- Personal Data: For CCPA purposes, it includes information that identifies, relates to, describes, or is capable of being associated with or linked to you.
Collection and Use of Personal Data
Types of Data Collected
- Personal Data: While using our service, we may request personally identifiable information such as email address, first and last name, phone number, and bank account information for transaction purposes.
- Usage Data: Automatically collected data, including but not limited to IP address, browser type, pages visited, and device information.
Retention of Personal Data
We retain your Personal Data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, in compliance with legal obligations and for dispute resolution.
Transfer of Personal Data
Your information may be transferred to and processed at locations outside your jurisdiction, where data protection laws may differ. By using HatsPatches, you consent to such transfers, and we ensure adequate controls are in place.
Disclosure of Personal Data
We may disclose your Personal Data for business transactions or if required by law, ensuring appropriate safeguards.
Security of Personal Data
While we implement commercially acceptable means to protect your data, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We strive to maintain your data’s security but cannot guarantee absolute security.
Analytics and Third-Party Services
Google Analytics
We may use Google Analytics to monitor and analyze service usage. You can opt-out by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on. Refer to Google’s Privacy & Terms for details.
Email Marketing and Payments
We may use your Personal Data for email marketing and may engage third-party service providers for payment processing. We ensure these providers adhere to security standards.
CCPA Privacy
This section applies to California residents and supplements the Privacy Policy, providing additional rights under the CCPA.
Your Rights and Opt-Out
Right to Opt-Out
You have the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information. We comply with CCPA requirements and will stop selling your personal information upon a verified request.
Requests and Inquiries
To exercise your rights or make inquiries:
- Provide information for identity verification
- Clearly describe your request or inquiry
We aim to respond within 45 days, and this period may be extended once with notice.
Children’s Privacy
HatsPatches does not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13. Parents are encouraged to monitor their children’s online activities.
Links to Other Websites
Our service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices and recommend reviewing their policies.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy, and any changes will be communicated via email or prominent notices on our service.
By continuing to use HatsPatches after such changes, you accept the revised Privacy Policy.