Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 15 January 2025

Foremast Jewellers (“we,” “us,” “our”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you visit or make a purchase from foremastjewellers.com (“the Site”).

1. Information We Collect

When you visit the Site or engage with us, we collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information You Provide

We may collect personal data that you provide voluntarily, such as:

• Name
• Email Address
• Shipping and Billing Address
• Payment Information (processed securely via third-party payment providers)
• Phone Number (if provided)

b. Automatically Collected Information

When you browse the Site, we may automatically collect information using cookies or other tracking technologies:

• IP Address
• Browser Type and Version
• Time Zone and Geolocation
• Pages You Visit and Time Spent on the Site

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process orders and payments.
• Deliver products and provide customer service.
• Send updates, promotions, and other relevant communications (with your consent).
• Improve our website’s functionality and user experience.
• Comply with legal obligations and prevent fraudulent activities.

3. Sharing Your Information

We respect your privacy and do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. However, we may share your data with:

• Service Providers: To fulfill orders, process payments, or manage marketing campaigns.
• Shipping Carriers: To ensure timely delivery of your purchases.
• Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect our rights.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and improve our website. Cookies collect data about:

• Site traffic and usage patterns.
• Your preferences (e.g., saved items in your cart).

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features of the Site may not function properly without them.

5. Data Security

We implement strict security measures to protect your personal data, including:

• Encryption during payment processing via third-party payment gateways.
• Secure servers and firewalls to prevent unauthorized access.

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: Update or correct any inaccuracies in your information.
• Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal or operational requirements.
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails using the link in the footer of our emails or by contacting us directly at foremastjewellers@gmail.com.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us through our Contact Us page or at foremastjewellers@gmail.com.

7. Retention of Data

We retain your data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or comply with legal requirements. After that, your data is securely deleted.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. Please note that we are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing any personal information.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, we will take immediate steps to delete it.

10. Updates to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page, and the “Last Updated” date will reflect the most recent version.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please reach out to us via our Contact Us page or email us directly at foremastjewellers@gmail.com.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

If you are a resident of California, you have specific rights regarding your personal information under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). These rights include:

1. Your CCPA Rights

a. Right to Know:
You have the right to request details about the personal information we collect, use, disclose, or sell about you over the past 12 months, including:

• Categories of personal information collected.
• Sources from which personal information is collected.
• Business purposes for collecting or sharing personal information.
• Categories of third parties with whom we share personal information.

b. Right to Request Deletion:
You can request that we delete any personal information we have collected about you, subject to certain exceptions (e.g., legal obligations or business operations).

c. Right to Opt-Out of Sale of Personal Information:
Foremast Jewellers does not sell your personal information.

d. Right to Non-Discrimination:
You have the right to be treated equally for exercising your rights under the CCPA. We will not deny you services, charge you different prices, or provide a lesser quality of service for exercising your rights.

2. How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise your rights under the CCPA, you may submit a verifiable consumer request to us:

• By Email: Contact us at foremastjewellers@gmail.com.
• Through Our Contact Page: Use the link on our website to reach us.

Verification Process:
When you submit a request, we may ask for additional information to verify your identity (e.g., email address or order details). This ensures we protect your privacy and provide data only to the correct individual.

3. Information We Collect

In the last 12 months, we may have collected the following categories of personal information, as defined under the CCPA:

• Identifiers: Name, email address, shipping address, phone number, and IP address.
• Commercial Information: Details about your purchases, transaction history, and payment method.
• Internet Activity: Browsing history, search queries, and interactions with our website.

We collect this information to process orders, provide customer service, and improve your shopping experience.

4. Sale of Personal Information

Foremast Jewellers does not sell personal information and has not sold any personal information in the last 12 months.

5. Authorized Agents

If you wish to exercise your CCPA rights through an authorized agent, the agent must provide proof that you have authorized them to act on your behalf. We may request additional verification to confirm the agent’s authority and your identity.

6. Updates to Our CCPA Policy

We may update this section to comply with new laws or clarify our practices. Please review this page periodically for updates.