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Privacy Policy
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Your privacy matters to us. This policy describes what data we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information.
1. Introduction
StoreVase ("we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit storevase.com or use our e-commerce platform.
Please read this policy carefully. If you disagree with its terms, please discontinue use of the Platform immediately. If you have questions, contact us at privacy@storevase.com.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information that you provide to us directly, information collected automatically, and information from third parties.
Account information: When you register, we collect your name, email address, phone number, business name, and billing information.
Usage data: We automatically collect information about how you interact with the Platform, including pages visited, features used, timestamps, IP address, browser type, and device information.
Transaction data: We collect information about purchases and sales made through the Platform, including order details, payment method type (not full card numbers), and shipping addresses.
Communications: If you contact us for support, we retain records of that correspondence.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
— Provide, operate, and maintain the Platform and its features.
— Process transactions and send related information, including purchase confirmations and invoices.
— Send administrative information such as updates to terms and policies.
— Respond to support requests and troubleshoot issues.
— Send marketing communications where you have consented to receive them.
— Analyse usage patterns to improve the Platform and develop new features.
— Detect, prevent, and address fraud, security incidents, and other harmful activities.
— Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.
5. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy and to comply with legal obligations. Merchant account data is retained for the duration of the account and for up to 7 years after account closure for tax and legal compliance purposes.
Transaction records are retained for a minimum of 7 years in accordance with financial regulations. You may request deletion of personal data not subject to legal retention requirements by contacting us.
6. Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include encryption in transit (TLS), encrypted storage of sensitive data, access controls, and regular security audits.
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
— The right to access the personal information we hold about you.
— The right to request correction of inaccurate information.
— The right to request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements).
— The right to object to or restrict certain processing of your information.
— The right to data portability — receiving your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
— The right to withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@storevase.com. We will respond within 30 days.
9. Children's Privacy
The Platform is not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on this page and, where appropriate, sending you an email notification. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact our Data Protection Officer at:
Email: privacy@storevase.com
Address: StoreVase Inc., Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria