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Privacy Policy

Effective: Feb 26th, 2025

At WearVedic, we're committed to helping you "Grow with Stories & Style" through our handcrafted jewelry, apparel, and storytelling platform. This Privacy Policy explains how WearVedic ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal information when you use our website, [wearvedic.com] (the "Site"). We value your privacy and aim to comply with applicable laws, including those in the USA, India, and beyond. By using the Site, you agree to this Privacy Policy alongside our .

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to process orders, publish stories, and improve your experience. This includes:

  • Personal Information:
  • Name, email address, phone number, billing/shipping address (when you make a purchase or create an account).
  • Payment details (e.g., credit card number, processed via secure third-party providers).
    • Submitted Content:Stories you submit, including any identifiers you provide (e.g., name for credit, unless anonymous).
    • Usage Data:IP address, browser type, device info, pages visited, and time spent on the Site (collected automatically via cookies or similar tools).
    • Communications:Information you share when contacting us (e.g., via [Your Email]).

    2. How We Collect Information

    • Directly from You:When you place an order, create an account, submit a story, or contact us.
    • Automatically:Through cookies, web beacons, and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) as you browse the Site.
    • From Third Parties:From payment processors (e.g., PayPal) or shipping carriers to fulfill orders.

    3. How We Use Your Information

    We use your information to:

    • Process and ship your purchases.
    • Publish your submitted stories (with credit, unless anonymous) and manage submissions.
    • Improve the Site, products, and services (e.g., analyzing usage trends).
    • Communicate with you (e.g., order confirmations, support responses).
    • Send marketing emails or promotions with your consent.
    • Comply with legal obligations (e.g., tax reporting, responding to authorities).

    4. How We Share Your Information

    We don't sell your personal information. We share it only as necessary:

    • Service Providers:With trusted third parties like payment processors (e.g., PayPal), shipping carriers (e.g., FedEx), and IT providers (e.g., hosting services) to fulfill orders and operate the Site.
    • Legal Requirements:With law enforcement or regulators if required by U.S. law (e.g., subpoenas) or applicable international laws.
    • Business Transfers:If WearVedic is sold or merged, your data may transfer to the new entity, with notice where possible.
    • Story Publication:Your submitted stories (and credited name, if provided) may be shared publicly on the Site or social media, per our Terms of Use.

    5. Cookies and Tracking

    • We use cookies and similar technologies for:
  • Functionality (e.g., remembering your cart).
  • Analytics (e.g., tracking Site usage).
  • Marketing (e.g., personalized ads, with consent where required).
    • You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings or our Site's cookie banner (if implemented). Disabling cookies may limit Site functionality.

    6. Data Storage and Security

    • Location:Your data is stored on secure servers in the United States, managed by WearVedic or our service providers.
    • Security:We use industry-standard measures (e.g., encryption, firewalls) to protect your information, but no method is 100% secure. We're not liable for breaches beyond our reasonable control.

    7. Your Privacy Rights

    Your rights depend on your location:

    • USA (e.g., California under CCPA):
  • Access: Request what data we hold about you.
  • Delete: Ask us to remove your personal information (except where needed for legal or operational reasons, e.g., order records).
  • Opt-Out: Opt out of any data “sale” (we don't sell data, but this applies to certain sharing).
  • Submit requests to [Your Email]. We'll respond within 45 days (extendable by 45 more if needed).
  • India:Per IT Rules, 2021, you can request corrections or raise grievances via [India Email/Phone]. We'll address complaints within 30 days.
  • Europe (GDPR):If in the EU/EEA, you have rights to access, rectify, erase, restrict, or port your data, and object to processing. Contact [Your Email].
  • Other Regions:Local laws may apply.

    • 8. International Data Transfers

    As a U.S.-based company, we process data in the USA. For users outside the USA:

    • Your data may transfer to the USA, where privacy laws differ from your region (e.g., less stringent than GDPR).
    • We rely on your consent (via Site use) and contractual necessity (e.g., fulfilling orders) for these transfers, complying with GDPR's transfer rules where applicable.

    9. Data Retention

    • We keep personal information as long as needed for the purposes listed (e.g., order fulfillment, story publication) or as required by law (e.g., U.S. tax records for 7 years).
    • Submitted stories may remain published indefinitely unless you request removal (subject to our discretion and legal needs).
    • Usage data is retained for analytics (e.g., 26 months via Google Analytics) unless you opt out.

    10. Third-Party Links

    The Site may link to external sites (e.g., social media, payment providers). We're not responsible for their privacy practices— review their policies before use.

    11. Children's Privacy

    The Site isn't intended for children under 13, per U.S. COPPA. If you're 13-18, you need parent/guardian consent to submit stories or create an account. We don't knowingly collect data from those under 13.

    12. Changes to This Policy

    We may update this Privacy Policy at any time, effective upon posting on the Site. For significant changes, we'll notify users (especially in the USA and India) via email or Site notice. Continued use after updates means you accept the revised policy.