Privacy Policy

At Clothing Store (“us”, “we”, or “our”), we value your privacy as much as we value the quality of our premium apparel. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website usclothinggallery.com (the “Site”).

By accessing our Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you disagree with any part of this policy, please refrain from using our Site.

1. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information to provide and improve our services to you:

Personal Information

• Contact Details: Name, email address, phone number, shipping and billing addresses
• Payment Information: Credit/debit card details (processed securely through our payment gateways, not stored by us)
• Account Information: Username, password (hashed), purchase history, preferences

Non-Personal Information

• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, click patterns, referring URLs
• Location Data: Generalized geographic location (country/city level) for shipping verification and regional promotions

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data for various purposes:

• Order Processing: To fulfill your purchases of our premium apparel, activewear, and accessories
• Customer Service: To respond to inquiries and provide support from our Melbourne-based team
• Site Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and enhance your shopping experience
• Personalization: To recommend products (like our seasonal denim or versatile overshirts) that match your preferences
• Security: To protect against fraudulent transactions and unauthorized access
• Communication: To send order confirmations, shipping updates, and (with consent) marketing materials
• Compliance: To meet legal obligations and verify shipping eligibility to your region

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

• Payment Processors: Visa, MasterCard, JCB, and PayPal to complete transactions
• Shipping Providers: To deliver your orders globally (excluding restricted areas)
• Service Providers: IT support, analytics, and marketing agencies under strict confidentiality agreements
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger or sale of company assets

We never sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data security is as important to us as the craftsmanship of our garments:

• Encryption: All transactions protected with 256-bit SSL encryption (bank-level security)
• Data Minimization: We only collect what’s necessary and never store complete payment details
• Access Controls: Strict internal policies limit who can access your information
• Fraud Monitoring: 24/7 systems guard against suspicious activity
• Retention: We retain data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined

While we implement robust measures, no internet transmission is 100% secure. Please protect your account credentials.

5. Your Rights and Choices

As a valued member of our global community, you have rights regarding your data:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data we hold
• Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request erasure of your data under certain conditions
• Restriction: Limit how we use your data
• Objection: Opt-out of certain processing like direct marketing
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Withdraw Consent: Where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We may need to verify your identity before processing requests.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Like our carefully curated collections, we use select technologies to enhance your experience:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for site functionality (e.g., shopping cart)
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences (e.g., region, currency)
• Marketing Cookies: Show relevant ads (you can opt-out)
• Analytics: Tools like Google Analytics to improve our offerings

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling some cookies may affect site functionality.

7. International Data Transfers

As a global retailer (excluding certain Asian and remote regions), your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your own. We ensure such transfers comply with applicable laws and implement appropriate safeguards.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not directed to individuals under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware of such collection, we will take steps to delete it.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We’ll notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on our Site with an updated effective date.

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