Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 2026

At Apron Crafts (aproncrafts.com), we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights as a customer when you visit or make a purchase from our store.

By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

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1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you place an order or contact us, we may collect:

• Full name and shipping/billing address
• Email address and phone number
• Payment information (processed securely — we do not store card details)
• Order history and purchase details

Usage Data

We automatically collect technical data when you browse our site, including:

• IP address and device identifiers
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited, time spent, and referral source
• Diagnostic and analytics data

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process and fulfill orders — including order confirmations and shipping updates
• Provide customer support — responding to inquiries and resolving issues
• Improve our website — analyzing usage trends to enhance your shopping experience
• Prevent fraud — protecting the security and integrity of our store
• Comply with legal obligations — meeting applicable laws and regulations

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3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your data only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers — trusted partners who assist with payment processing, shipping, and order fulfillment (e.g., DHL, FedEx, UPS, USPS, PayPal)
• Business Transfers — in the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your data may be transferred as part of that transaction
• Legal Requirements — when required by law or in response to valid requests from public authorities

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4. Cookies & Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and personalize content. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features of our website.

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5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including SSL encryption on all pages. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we take every reasonable precaution, we cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

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6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including legal, accounting, and reporting requirements. Once no longer needed, your data is securely deleted.

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7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

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8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access — Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction — Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Deletion — Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal exceptions
• Restriction — Object to or restrict how we process your data
• Portability — Request transfer of your data in a machine-readable format

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at support@aproncrafts.com. 

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9. GDPR Compliance (European Union Customers)

If you are located in the European Union, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Our lawful basis for processing your data includes contract fulfillment, legal obligation, and legitimate business interests. You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

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10. CCPA Compliance (California Customers)

As a California-based business, we comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). California residents have the right to know what personal data we collect, request deletion of their data, and opt out of any sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.

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11. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected data from a child, please contact us immediately.

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12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly. Continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

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13. Contact Information

For any questions, concerns, or privacy-related requests, please contact us: