At The Creature Works Store, we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our valued customers. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Etsy store. By accessing or using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect:
We may collect personal information, such as your name, email address, shipping address, and payment details when you place an order or communicate with us. This information is necessary for order fulfillment and customer support purposes. Additionally, Etsy may collect non-personal information, such as your device's IP address, browser type, and usage data, to improve our services and enhance your browsing experience- as a store we will not be collecting this.

How We Use Your Information:
We use the collected information to process your orders, communicate with you, provide customer support, improve our products and services, and personalize your shopping experience. We may also use your email address to send you updates, promotions, or newsletters if you have opted to receive them. You can opt out of receiving such communications at any time.

Information Sharing and Disclosure:
We respect your privacy and will not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties without your consent, except as necessary to provide our services. We may share your information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our business, such as payment processors and shipping partners. These third-party providers have limited access to your information and are bound by confidentiality obligations.

Data Retention:
We will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. We will securely dispose of or anonymize your information once it is no longer needed.

Data Security:
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

Your Rights:
You have the right to access, correct, update, or delete your personal information. If you would like to exercise any of these rights or have any concerns regarding your information, please contact us using the information provided below.

Changes to This Privacy Policy:
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the updated policy on our Etsy store. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Contact Us:
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at tom@thecreatureworksstudio.com.

By using our Etsy store, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy and the collection and use of your information as described herein.

Last updated: 6/16/2023