Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 01/01/2024
Last Updated: 11/01/2024

Welcome to merryandscary.com. 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. It also outlines your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following categories of personal information:

A. Personal Identifiers

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Shipping and billing address
  • Account username and password

B. Commercial Information

  • Purchase history
  • Products or services purchased

C. Internet or Other Electronic Network Activity

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Pages visited, time spent on the site, and other analytics data

D. Geolocation Data

  • Approximate location based on your IP address

E. Payment Information

  • Payment card details (processed securely through third-party payment processors)

F. Inferences

  • Preferences and interests based on browsing and purchasing behavior

2. How We Collect Information

We collect personal information through the following methods:

  • Directly from You: When you create an account, place an order, subscribe to newsletters, or contact us.
  • Automatically: Via cookies, web beacons, and analytics tools when you interact with our website.
  • From Third Parties: Advertising networks, analytics providers, and payment processors.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

  • Process transactions and fulfill orders
  • Communicate with you about your account or purchases
  • Provide customer support
  • Personalize your shopping experience
  • Conduct website analytics to improve performance
  • Send promotional emails or newsletters (if consent is provided)
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your data with:

  • Service Providers: For payment processing, shipping, analytics, and marketing.
  • Compliance and Legal Obligations: When required by law or to protect our rights.

5. Your Rights Under CCPA and CPRA

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights:

A. Right to Know

You can request:

  • The categories and specific pieces of personal information we collect
  • The sources of this information
  • The business purpose for collecting your data
  • The categories of third parties we share data with

B. Right to Delete

You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions (e.g., completing transactions, legal compliance).

C. Right to Opt-Out of Sharing

You can opt out of the sharing of your personal information for targeted advertising.

D. Right to Correct

You can request corrections to inaccurate personal information we hold about you.

E. Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Information

You can limit the use of sensitive personal information, such as geolocation data, where applicable.

F. Non-Discrimination

We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights under the CCPA/CPRA.

6. Exercising Your Rights

To submit a request, you may:

  • Email us at: shop@merryandscary.com

We will verify your identity before processing your request and respond within 45 days.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Analyze website traffic
  • Enhance user experience
  • Serve targeted advertisements

You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings or opt-out of certain cookies via the [Cookie Preferences Center].

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

9. Security

We use appropriate technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. Please review their privacy policies independently.

11. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Changes will be effective upon posting, and the "Last Updated" date will be revised.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:

Email: shop@merryandscary.com
Mailing Address: PO Box 381, Vista CA 92085

This policy ensures compliance with both CCPA and CPRA regulations and provides transparency regarding data collection and usage practices.