Introduction

Welcome to The Store. Your privacy is paramount to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://thestore.org, including any other media form, media channel, mobile website, or mobile application related or connected thereto. We encourage you to read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.

Information Collection

Personal Data: We collect personal information such as your name, email address, and demographic details when you voluntarily participate in activities like leaving comments, signing up for newsletters, or making donations. This information helps us provide better service and respond to your requests.

Derivative Data: Our servers automatically collect information such as your IP address, browser type, and operating system when you access our website. This data helps enhance your user experience and improve our website’s security.

Financial Data: When you donate or purchase from our site, we collect financial information necessary to process your transactions. This data is stored securely, and sensitive details are handled by our trusted payment processors.

Use of Information

The information collected is used to:

• Improve our website and services.
• Manage user accounts and provide customer support.
• Communicate about our services and respond to inquiries.
• Process transactions and confirmations.
• Monitor and prevent fraudulent activities.

Disclosure of Information

Your information may be shared in specific situations:

• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or if it’s necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.
• Service Providers: Third-party service providers who perform services for our website, such as payment processing and data analysis, may have access to personal information only to perform these tasks on our behalf.

Security Measures

We implement robust security measures such as SSL encryption to protect your personal data from unauthorized access and data breaches. Regular security assessments are conducted to enhance the integrity and security of your personal information.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies are used to store preferences and track user activity. By using our site, you consent to the use of cookies. You can control cookie settings through your browser.

Embedded Content from Other Websites

Articles on this site may include embedded content from other websites. Such embedded content behaves in the same way as if the visitor has visited the other website, and these websites may collect data about you, use cookies, and embed additional third-party tracking.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

Your Rights Over Your Data

You can request an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you have provided to us. You can also request that we erase any personal data we hold about you. These rights do not include any data we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.

International Data Transfers

For users outside the United States, please note that we transfer data, including personal data, to the United States and process it there. By using our website, you consent to this transfer, processing, and storage of your information in the United States.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on our website or by emailing you.

Contact Us

If you have questions or comments about this privacy policy, or if you would like to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at: info@thestore.org.