Last Updated: April 13, 2025
At tibetanprayerbowl.com, we are committed to protecting the privacy of our customers who purchase Tibetan prayer bowls and tuning bowls from our online store. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website or make a purchase. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you have any questions, please contact us at support@tibetanprayerbowl.com.
Information We Collect
When you browse tibetanprayerbowl.com, shop for a Tibetan prayer bowl, or order tuning bowls, we may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: This includes your name, email address, phone number, billing address, and shipping address provided during checkout or when you create an account.
- Payment Information: We collect payment details (e.g., credit card numbers or other payment method data) to process your orders securely. These details are handled by trusted third-party payment processors and are not stored on our servers.
- Browsing Data: We gather information about your interactions with our website, such as pages visited, products viewed (e.g., specific Tibetan prayer bowls), and your IP address, using cookies and similar technologies.
- Communication Data: If you contact us regarding tuning bowls or other inquiries, we collect the content of your messages, including emails or form submissions.
- Voluntary Information: You may provide additional details, such as preferences for Tibetan prayer bowls, through surveys or promotional sign-ups.
We ensure that the collection of this information complies with applicable laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for European customers and other global privacy standards.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to provide you with the best possible experience when shopping for Tibetan prayer bowls and tuning bowls. Specifically, we use it to:
- Process and fulfill your orders, including shipping Tibetan prayer bowls to your address.
- Communicate with you about your purchase, such as order confirmations, shipping updates, or customer service inquiries related to tuning bowls.
- Improve our website by analyzing how customers interact with our products, ensuring we offer the finest Tibetan prayer bowls.
- Send you marketing emails about new tuning bowls or special offers, provided you have opted in. You can unsubscribe at any time.
- Prevent fraud and ensure the security of our website and transactions.
- Comply with legal obligations, such as tax reporting or responding to lawful requests.
We do not use your information for purposes unrelated to our services without your consent.
How We Share Your Information
We value your trust and do not sell or trade your personal information. However, we may share your data in the following limited circumstances:
- Service Providers: We work with third parties, such as payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal), shipping companies, and email marketing platforms, to deliver your Tibetan prayer bowls and provide services. These partners only receive the information necessary to perform their functions and are bound by confidentiality agreements.
- Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law, such as in response to a court order, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.
- Business Transfers: If tibetanprayerbowl.com is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction, but we will notify you of any changes in how your data is handled.
All third parties we share data with are required to maintain the same level of privacy protection as outlined in this policy.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
To enhance your shopping experience, we use cookies and similar technologies when you explore our range of Tibetan prayer bowls and tuning bowls. Cookies help us:
- Remember your cart contents and preferences.
- Analyze website performance and user behavior.
- Deliver personalized ads for tuning bowls or related products.
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to fully use our website, such as adding a Tibetan prayer bowl to your cart.
Your Rights and Choices
As a valued customer, you have rights regarding your personal information, depending on your location:
- Access and Correction: You can request access to the data we hold about you or ask us to correct inaccuracies.
- Deletion: You may request that we delete your information, subject to legal retention requirements.
- Opt-Out: You can opt out of marketing emails about Tibetan prayer bowls or tuning bowls by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails.
- Data Portability: In some regions, you can request a copy of your data in a structured format.
- Cookies: You can control how cookies are used via your browser or our cookie consent tool.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@tibetanprayerbowl.com. We will respond within the timeframes required by law (e.g., 30 days under GDPR).
Data Security
We take the security of your information seriously. When you purchase a Tibetan prayer bowl or tuning bowls, we use industry-standard encryption (e.g., SSL) to protect your data during transmission. Our website is regularly updated to address vulnerabilities, and access to your information is restricted to authorized personnel only. While we strive to protect your data, no online platform can guarantee absolute security, so we encourage you to use strong passwords and avoid sharing sensitive details unnecessarily.
International Data Transfers
As an international seller of Tibetan prayer bowls and tuning bowls, we may transfer your data to countries outside your own, such as to our warehouses or service providers in the United States, Asia, or Europe. We ensure that any such transfers comply with applicable privacy laws, using safeguards like Standard Contractual Clauses for GDPR compliance or equivalent measures for other regions.
Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to external sites, such as blogs about the benefits of tuning bowls or social media pages showcasing Tibetan prayer bowls. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their policies before sharing personal information.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children, including data related to their interest in Tibetan prayer bowls or tuning bowls. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. If we make significant changes, we will notify you by email (if you have provided one) or through a notice on our website. The “Last Updated” date at the top indicates when the policy was last revised. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information while you shop for Tibetan prayer bowls or tuning bowls, please reach out:
- Email: support@tibetanprayerbowl.com