At epicstyles (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your personal information when you engage with our websites, mobile apps, or services, including when making purchases. We prioritize the security of your data and handle it with the utmost care. By using our site, you agree to the practices outlined in this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically, as updates may be made to comply with legal requirements or enhance our services. Your trust is important to us, and we remain dedicated to transparency in how we protect your information.  

Data Collection  

We collect various types of personal information when you interact with our platforms, including making purchases, subscribing to newsletters, browsing our website, attending online or in-person events, participating in research, joining forums or communities, entering contests, or reaching out with inquiries. Additionally, we may receive data from reliable third-party sources, such as advertisers and affiliates.  

The categories of data we collect include:  

• Contact Information: We may request your name, email, and mailing address to process service requests, facilitate newsletter subscriptions, enable community engagement, assist with research, and register for events.  
• General Personal Information: For events, surveys, and contests, we may collect details like gender, job title, birthdate, and marital status.  
• Behavioral Data: We track website activity, including time spent on pages, clicked items, and socio-demographic details.  
• Purchase Information: When you make a purchase, we collect relevant transaction details.  

Data Usage  

At "epicstyles," we process your personal data for specific operational needs while restricting access to only essential information. These purposes include:  

• Technical Maintenance: Managing and optimizing our technical infrastructure for efficiency.  
• Legal and Accounting Obligations: Ensuring compliance with legal and financial regulations.  
• Market Research: Improving services and user experiences through insights from research.  
• Community and Forum Management: Facilitating and supporting engagement within forums and communities.  
• Payment Processing: Securing payments through credit/debit cards or other methods.  
• Order Fulfillment and Address Verification: Accurately processing orders and verifying delivery details.  
• Third-Party Collaborations: Working with trusted partners for specific activities, which may involve data sharing under established policies.  
• Marketing Communication: Sending updates about new features, events, and products/services from us and our partners.  
• Health, Safety, and Legal Compliance: Using and sharing data to adhere to legal and safety regulations, cooperate in investigations, and protect assets.  
• Business Changes and Transfers: Transferring data in cases of mergers, acquisitions, or other business transitions.  

We prioritize transparency and compliance with data protection laws.  

Data Security  

At "epicstyles," we take data protection seriously and implement security protocols, including Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) encryption, to prevent unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure of personal data. SSL encryption ensures that information exchanged between your device and our servers remains secure.  

Despite our security measures, online data transmission carries inherent risks. We continuously update security protocols to meet industry standards and enhance protection. Your trust is important, and we remain committed to maintaining high-security standards.  

Cookies  

Cookies are small files stored on your device that help improve your browsing experience by remembering preferences. Our Cookie Policy explains their function and importance for site performance. We recommend reviewing it periodically for updates. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our use of cookies.  

Children’s Privacy  

We do not knowingly collect information from individuals under 18. If we discover that we have received data from a minor, we will promptly delete it.  

Information Sharing  

We respect your privacy and do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data to third parties. Data is strictly used for operational purposes and only shared with your explicit consent.  

For essential functions like order processing and payment handling, we may share necessary details with trusted partners. We enforce strict security measures to protect your data throughout these processes.  

Third-Party Websites  

Our website may feature ads or links to third-party platforms operated by affiliates, advertisers, sponsors, or licensors. We do not control their content or privacy policies and are not responsible for their practices. These third parties may update their terms independently, and your interactions with them are governed by their respective policies.  

Legal Action and Protection  

We may disclose personal data if necessary to identify, contact, or take legal action against individuals who infringe upon our rights, property, or users. Additionally, we may share data if required by law.  

We retain your data as long as necessary to provide services, fulfill legal obligations, or meet accounting requirements. In some cases, anonymized data may be used for research or statistical purposes and kept indefinitely.  

User Rights  

Under the Information Technology Act, you have rights regarding your personal data. To exercise these rights, contact our Grievance Officer. Your rights include:  

• Access and Verification: Request a review of your data and corrections for inaccuracies.  
• Consent Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for data processing (this may impact service availability).  
• Complaint Filing: Lodge complaints regarding data misuse or unlawful processing.  
• Data Copy: Request a copy of your personal data for verification or transfer.  
• Correction Requests: Request updates if your information is incorrect or outdated.  
• Processing Restrictions: Request temporary restrictions on data processing under specific circumstances.  
• Data Deletion: Request deletion of your data unless retention is legally required.  
• Objection to Processing: Object to non-essential data processing, such as marketing.  
• Third-Party Disclosure: Request information on third parties who have accessed your data.  

To exercise these rights, please contact our Grievance Officer using the details provided in our Privacy Policy.  

Retention of Information  

• Personal data is stored for 8 to 12 months for order fulfillment, legal compliance, and customer service.  
• Non-personal, anonymized data may be retained for analytics and business improvements.  
• Users may request data deletion upon account closure, subject to legal retention requirements.  
• All retained information is securely stored and protected from unauthorized access.  

Changes to Privacy Policy  

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically and will notify you of significant changes via email. We encourage regular reviews of this policy, as continued use of our services indicates acceptance of any updates.  

Contact Us  

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please reach out to us at swiftshopsystems@gmail.com.