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Privacy Policy for The Hooked Familiar

Effective Date: May 20, 2026

Welcome to The Hooked Familiar. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, purchase products, or interact with our services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information

When you make a purchase, subscribe to our newsletter, or contact us, we may collect:

Name
Email address
Billing address
Shipping address
Phone number
Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment providers)
Non-Personal Information

We may automatically collect:

Browser type
Device information
IP address
Website usage data
Cookies and tracking data
2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Process and fulfill orders
Communicate about purchases and customer service inquiries
Send newsletters and promotional content (with your consent)
Improve our website and customer experience
Prevent fraud and maintain website security
Comply with legal obligations
3. Payment Processing

The Hooked Familiar does not store your full payment information. Payments are securely processed through trusted third-party providers such as:

PayPal
Stripe
Shopify Payments
Other approved payment processors

These providers have their own privacy policies governing the use of your information.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

Remember user preferences
Analyze website traffic
Improve site functionality
Deliver relevant advertising

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features of the website may not function properly.

5. Email Marketing

If you subscribe to our email list, we may send:

Product updates
Special promotions
News about The Hooked Familiar
Crochet, gaming, witchy lifestyle, and handmade product content

You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any marketing email.

6. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

We may share information with trusted third parties that help us operate our business, including:

Payment processors
Shipping carriers
Website hosting providers
Email marketing services
Analytics providers

These parties only receive the information necessary to perform their services.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information. However, no online transmission or storage method is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, affiliate partners, or social media platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external websites.

9. Children's Privacy

The Hooked Familiar does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If we become aware that information has been collected from a child under 13, we will promptly delete it.

10. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access your personal information
Correct inaccurate information
Request deletion of your information
Withdraw consent for marketing communications
Request a copy of your data

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

11. Affiliate Disclosure

The Hooked Familiar may participate in affiliate marketing programs. This means we may earn a commission if you purchase products through affiliate links on our website or social media channels. This comes at no additional cost to you.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

The Hooked Familiar
Email: thehookedfamiliar@gmail.com

The Hooked Familiar is committed to creating a cozy, magical shopping experience while respecting and protecting your privacy.