Privacy Policy
January 1, 2025
At Merakilab.co, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website, place an order, or interact with us in other ways. By using our website and services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect various types of information to provide you with the best shopping experience:
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Personal Information: When you place an order or register for an account, we collect personal information such as your name, email address, shipping address, phone number, and payment information (credit card or PayPal details).
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Order Information: We collect details about the products you purchase, your shopping cart, and any preferences you provide during the checkout process.
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Usage Data: We automatically collect information about how you interact with our website, such as IP addresses, browser types, and pages visited. This helps us improve the functionality and user experience of our website.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
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To Process Orders: We use your personal information to fulfill your orders, process payments, and ship products to you.
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Customer Service: To respond to your inquiries, resolve any issues, or provide you with customer support.
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Marketing: With your consent, we may send you promotional emails about our products, sales, or events. You can opt-out of these communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in the emails.
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Site Improvement: To analyze and improve the performance of our website and services, ensuring that we provide a better shopping experience.
3. Sharing Your Information
We respect your privacy and will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share your information with the following third parties under specific circumstances:
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Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who help us with functions such as payment processing, shipping, and website hosting.
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Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law, such as in response to a subpoena, court order, or other legal process.
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Business Transfers: If [Your Store Name] undergoes a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.
4. Security of Your Information
We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. This includes the use of encryption technologies (e.g., SSL/TLS) for transactions and secure storage of your payment details. While we strive to protect your information, no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and improve site functionality.
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Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the functioning of our website (e.g., to remember your cart or login session).
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Analytics Cookies: We use these cookies to collect information about website traffic and usage patterns (e.g., Google Analytics).
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Advertising Cookies: We may use cookies to serve personalized ads based on your browsing behavior, but you can opt-out through your browser settings or through advertising networks.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information. You can manage your communication preferences by:
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Accessing Your Account: If you have an account with us, you can log in to update your personal details.
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Email Preferences: You can unsubscribe from promotional emails at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in the email.
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Right to Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal data by contacting us at [Customer Service Email]. We will take reasonable steps to process your request unless we are required to retain certain data for legal or business purposes.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that a child under the age of 13 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete that information as soon as possible.
8. International Transfers
If you are accessing our website from outside the [your country], please be aware that your personal information may be transferred to and processed in [your country]. By using our website and providing your information, you consent to this transfer.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal obligations. When we make significant updates, we will notify you by posting a notice on our website or via email. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at:
Email: [Customer Service Email]
Thank you for trusting Merakilab.co with your personal information. We are committed to maintaining your privacy and ensuring a secure online shopping experience.