Privacy Policy

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Welcome to Kayaking Sale Store (“we”, “us”, or “our”). At usrowingequipment.com, we’re committed to protecting your privacy as passionately as we’re committed to your water adventures. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or make a purchase from us.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that helps us provide better service for paddling enthusiasts like you:

• Personal Information: When you make a purchase, we collect your name, email address, shipping address, payment information (processed securely through our payment gateway), and phone number.
• Device Information: We automatically collect certain information about the device you use to access our site, including IP address, browser type, and operating system.
• Usage Data: We gather information about how you interact with our site, such as pages visited, products viewed, and time spent on pages.
• Communication Data: If you contact our customer support, we may keep records of those communications.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to make your kayaking shopping experience as smooth as paddling on calm waters:

• Process and fulfill your orders for kayaks, SUP gear, and accessories
• Communicate with you about your orders, account, or inquiries
• Improve and personalize your shopping experience
• Prevent fraudulent transactions and enhance security
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our policies
• Send you marketing communications (only if you’ve opted in)

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We value your trust and only share your information when necessary:

• Service Providers: We share information with trusted third parties who help us operate our website, process payments (like PayPal), fulfill orders, and provide customer service.
• Legal Compliance: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition, customer information may be transferred as part of the business assets.

We never sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Data Storage and Security

We protect your data with the same care we’d protect our premium kayaking gear:

• All transactions are protected with 256-bit SSL encryption
• We never store complete payment information on our servers
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel only

While we implement these measures, no internet transmission is 100% secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and protect your login information.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have control over your personal information:

• Access: You can request details of the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: You may update or correct your account information.
• Deletion: You can request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal requirements.
• Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time.
• Data Portability: You may request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Like most e-commerce sites, we use cookies to enhance your shopping experience:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for site functionality, like adding items to your cart.
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site.
• Marketing Cookies: Used to show relevant ads (only if you consent).

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

7. International Data Transfers

As we serve customers worldwide (excluding some areas in Asia), your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for these transfers.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy occasionally. The updated version will be posted on our website with a new “Last Updated” date.

Thank you for trusting Kayaking Sale Store with your water sports adventures and your personal information. We’re committed to keeping both secure!