At Jewels by the Sea (“we”, “us”, “our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://www.jewelsbythesea.com or make a purchase from our online store. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you place an order, create an account, contact us, or subscribe to communications. This information may include your name, email address, phone number, billing and shipping address, and payment-related details. We may also automatically collect non-personal information such as IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage data.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to process and fulfill orders, communicate with you regarding your purchases, respond to inquiries, improve our website and services, comply with legal obligations, and prevent fraudulent transactions. Your information may also be used to send order confirmations, updates, and important service-related communications.

3. Payment Information

All payments made through our website are processed securely through third-party payment gateways that are PCI-compliant. Jewels by the Sea does not store or have direct access to your full payment card details. Payment information is handled solely by the payment processor according to their security standards and privacy policies.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with trusted service providers, such as payment processors, shipping partners, and website service providers, strictly for the purpose of operating our business and fulfilling services to you. These parties are required to keep your information confidential.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyze website traffic, and improve functionality. Cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our site. You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of the website may not function properly as a result.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. While we take reasonable steps to safeguard your data, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, update, correct, or request deletion of your personal information. You may also opt out of certain communications at any time by contacting us directly.

9. Children’s Privacy

Jewels by the Sea does not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If we become aware that personal data has been collected from a minor without parental consent, we will take steps to remove such information.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of those changes.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at  jewelsbythesea2017@gmail.com