Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

At https://self-defense-keychain-shopping-guide.selfsecure.net (referred to as “Self Defense Keychain Shopping Guide,” “we,” “our,” or “the Company”), we prioritize the privacy and security of your personal data. This comprehensive Privacy Policy details our practices regarding the collection, use, and protection of information from our website visitors, users, and subscribers. Our commitment is to ensure transparency and compliance with global data protection regulations, including but not limited to Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), Quebec Law 25, the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Brazil’s Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD), California’s Consumer Privacy Protection Act (CCPA/CPRA), Colorado’s Consumer Privacy Act (CPA), Utah’s User Choice and Consent Act (UCPA), Connecticut’s Connecticut Transparency and Accountability of Data Practices Act (CTDPA), Virginia’s Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), and others.

Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to all aspects of our online presence, including:

  1. Our website at https://self-defense-keychain-shopping-guide.selfsecure.net.
  2. Any applications, software, or services offered through our platform.
  3. Interactions on linked third-party platforms, although these may have their own privacy policies governing data collection and usage.
  4. All communications initiated by us, including emails, newsletters, phone calls, and text messages (SMS).

Processing Activities

This policy outlines the processes we engage in when our users:

  1. Utilize our applications and services as authorized users.
  2. Visit or navigate any of our websites associated with this Privacy Policy.
  3. Engage with us through newsletters, emails, calls, or text messages.

Personal Data Collection

We collect diverse types of personal information, which can be categorized as follows:

  1. Account Information: Details required to create and manage user accounts, such as usernames, passwords, email addresses, and profile pictures.
  2. Payment Information: Transaction-related data, including payment method details, billing addresses, and purchase history.
  3. Financial Information: Data related to banking or financial services, if offered through our platform.
  4. Purchase Information: Records of products purchased, quantities, prices, dates, and shipping information.
  5. Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique device IDs, mobile network carriers, and other data from mobile devices used to access our services.
  6. Location Data: Geolocation information provided by users when they interact with our applications.
  7. Feedback and Reviews: User-generated content, including comments, ratings, and product reviews.
  8. Social Media Information: Details obtained through social media integrations, such as profile pictures, posts, and connections.
  9. Product Information: Search queries, preferences, and interactions with our product recommendations or listings.

We collect this data through various methods: user input forms, account settings, browsing activities, cookies (as explained below), and third-party services that provide us with aggregated or de-identified information.

Cookies

Our website employs cookies to enhance user experience and gather analytics. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our site. They fall into three main categories:

  1. Strictly Necessary Cookies: Essential for navigating our website and utilizing its core features, such as remembering login details or maintaining session data.
  2. Preference Cookies: Used to remember user preferences, like language settings or display options, to provide a personalized experience.
  3. Analytics Cookies: Collect information about your interaction with our site, helping us understand user behavior, improve performance, and optimize content.

Users have control over non-essential cookies through our built-in Cookie Manager, allowing them to customize their cookie preferences.

Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data for the duration required by law or for legitimate business purposes. Once this period expires, we will either delete or anonymize the data so that it can no longer be associated with you. The specific retention periods vary depending on the type of data and the purpose for which it was collected.

Your Rights

In accordance with applicable data protection laws, users from certain jurisdictions have specific rights regarding their personal information:

  1. Access: The right to request access to and a copy of your personal data.
  2. Rectification: The right to rectify inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
  3. Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): The right to request the deletion of your personal data, under certain circumstances.
  4. Restriction: The right to restrict the processing of your personal data in specific situations.
  5. Portability: The right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format and to transfer it to another controller.
  6. Objection: The right to object to the processing of your personal data for direct marketing or other purposes.
  7. Non-Discrimination: The right to be free from discrimination when exercising any of the above rights.

To exercise these rights, please contact our privacy team at your earliest convenience. We will respond to valid requests within a reasonable timeframe.

Changes to Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any significant changes will be notified via email or posted on our website with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this page periodically for the latest information on our privacy practices.

Contact Information

For any inquiries, unsubscribe requests, data-related questions, or feedback, please contact us:

Our team is dedicated to addressing your concerns and ensuring a secure and transparent data handling process.