Privacy Policy

Golden Merchants (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit https://goldenmerchants.com (the “Site”), make a purchase, or interact with us.

By using our Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information You Provide

• Name
   
• Email address
   
• Shipping and billing address
   
• Phone number (optional)
   
• Payment information (processed securely by third-party payment providers)
   
• Account login details (if you create an account)
   

b. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect:

• IP address
   
• Browser type and device information
   
• Pages viewed and time spent on the Site
   
• Cookies and tracking technologies (see Section 6)
   

c. Information from Third Parties
We may receive information from advertising partners, analytics providers, and payment processors to improve services and personalize your experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process and fulfill orders
   
• Send order confirmations and shipping updates
   
• Respond to customer support inquiries
   
• Improve our website, products, and marketing
   
• Personalize your shopping experience
   
• Prevent fraudulent transactions and ensure security
   
• Comply with legal obligations
   

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

3. How We Share Information

We may share your information with trusted third parties who help us operate our business, such as:

• Payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)
   
• Shipping carriers and fulfillment centers
   
• Marketing and email service providers
   
• Analytics tools (e.g., Meta Pixel, Google Analytics)
   

All partners are required to keep your information secure and use it only for the purpose of providing their services.

We may also share information if required by law or to protect our legal rights.

4. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures (including SSL encryption and secure payment gateways) to protect your personal information.
However, no online platform is 100% secure, so we encourage you to take appropriate precautions when sharing personal data online.

5. Your Rights

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

• Access, update, or delete your personal information
   
• Opt out of marketing emails
   
• Request a copy of your data
   
• Object to or restrict data processing
   

To exercise your rights, contact us at [goldenmerchantsllc@gmail.com].
You can also unsubscribe from marketing emails by clicking “Unsubscribe” at the bottom of any promotional message.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and cart items
   
• Improve site performance and user experience
   
• Analyze traffic and marketing effectiveness
   

You can adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies. Some features of the Site may not work properly if cookies are disabled.

7. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, or payment gateways). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Please review their privacy policies separately.

8. Data Retention

We keep your personal information only as long as necessary to:

• Complete your transactions
   
• Meet legal, tax, or accounting obligations
   
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
   

9. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 13 years of age. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected such data, we will delete it promptly.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” Your continued use of the Site means you accept any changes.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
📧 [goldenmerchantsllc@gmail.com]
📍 [Henderson, 89014]