Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 02/25/2025

1. Introduction
Welcome to Shimmer Handmade! We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website shimmermade.com and use our services.

2. Information We Collect
When you interact with our website and services, we may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: Name, email address, shipping/billing address, phone number, and payment details (processed securely via Stripe).

Account Information: If you sign up for an account, we collect authentication credentials managed through Squarespace.

Order Information: Details about your purchases, order history, and payment status.

Automatically Collected Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage analytics via cookies and tracking technologies.

3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:

To process and fulfill your orders.

To provide customer support and respond to inquiries.

To improve our website, products, and user experience.

To send promotional offers, updates, or marketing materials (only if you opt-in).

To ensure secure authentication and account management.

To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud.

4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share it with:

Service Providers: Payment processors (Stripe, Paypal, & Square), authentication providers (Squarespace), and shipping carriers.

Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect our rights and users.

Third-Party Analytics: To analyze website traffic and improve services (e.g., Google Analytics).

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance user experience, track site usage, and personalize content. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

6. Data Security
We implement security measures to protect your data, including encryption and secure payment gateways. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

7. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:

Access, update, or delete your personal data.

Opt-out of marketing communications.

Disable cookies through browser settings.

Request a copy of your personal information stored with us.

8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies.

9. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:

Shimmer Handmade

Email: help@shimmermade.com
Website: www.shimmermade.com