Last Updated: November 12, 2024
Introduction
Welcome to WhimsyWalk.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website WhimsyWalk.com, including any other media form, media channel, mobile website, or mobile application related or connected thereto (collectively, the “Site”). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.
We reserve the right to make changes to this Privacy Policy at any time and for any reason. We will alert you about any changes by updating the “Last Updated” date of this Privacy Policy. Any changes or modifications will be effective immediately upon posting the updated Privacy Policy on the Site. You are encouraged to periodically review this Privacy Policy to stay informed of updates.
Information We Collect
Personal Data
We may collect personal identification information from users in various ways, including, but not limited to:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Payment information
- Social media profile information
- Comments and feedback submissions
- Newsletter subscriptions
- Account registration details
Non-Personal Data
We automatically collect certain information when you visit, use, or navigate the Site. This information may include:
- Browser type
- Device type
- Operating system
- IP address
- Usage patterns
- Time spent on pages
- Pages visited
- Referring URLs
- Click patterns
- Technical system information
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Site may use “cookies” and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience. These technologies collect:
- Browser preferences
- Session information
- Usage patterns
- Traffic data
- Other similar data
You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, although this may affect your ability to access certain features of the Site.
How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
Business Purposes
- To operate and maintain the Site
- To improve user experience
- To respond to customer service requests
- To send administrative information
- To process transactions
- To send marketing and promotional communications
- To develop new products, services, and features
Analytics and Improvements
- To analyze website usage patterns
- To conduct research and analytics
- To develop and test new products and features
- To monitor and analyze usage and activity trends
- To prevent fraudulent transactions and monitor against theft
Communications
- To send newsletters and updates
- To respond to inquiries and questions
- To provide technical support
- To send marketing communications
- To notify you about changes to our service
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information in the following situations:
Third-Party Service Providers
We may share your information with third-party vendors, service providers, contractors, or agents who perform services for us, including:
- Payment processors
- Email marketing services
- Analytics providers
- Hosting services
- Customer service providers
- Technical support providers
Business Transfers
If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information where required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:
- SSL encryption
- Secure data storage
- Regular security assessments
- Access controls
- Data backup procedures
- Firewall protection
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights and Choices
You have certain rights regarding your personal information:
Access and Control
- Right to access your personal information
- Right to correct inaccurate data
- Right to request deletion of your data
- Right to object to processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to withdraw consent
Email Communications
You can unsubscribe from our marketing emails at any time by:
- Clicking the “unsubscribe” link in emails
- Contacting us directly
- Adjusting your account settings
Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected or received personal information from a child under 13, we will delete that information.
International Data Transfers
If you are accessing our Site from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed by us and our affiliates in our facilities and by those third parties with whom we may share your personal information, in the United States and other countries.
California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
- Right to say no to the sale of personal information
- Right to access your personal information
- Right to equal service and price
Contact Information
If you have questions or comments about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: Contact@whimsywalk.com
Additional Points
Do Not Track Signals
We honor Do Not Track signals and do not track, plant cookies, or use advertising when a Do Not Track browser mechanism is in place.
Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites and applications. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or applications.
Storage Period
We will maintain your personal information for our records unless and until you ask us to delete this information.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by an updated “Last Updated” date and the updated version will be effective as soon as it is accessible.
Acknowledgment
By using WhimsyWalk.com, you acknowledge that you have read this Privacy Policy and agree to all its terms and conditions. If you do not agree to be bound by the terms of this Privacy Policy, you are not authorized to use or access the Site.