STORE POLICY

**Privacy Policy for Tri-State Poke Center**

*Effective Date: January 7, 2024*

Tri-State Poke Center values its users' privacy. This Privacy Policy ("Policy") will help you understand how we collect and use personal information from those who visit our website or use our online facilities and services, and what we will and will not do with the information we collect. Our Policy is designed to ensure our commitment to meeting and exceeding privacy standards.

We reserve the right to make changes to this Policy at any time. To stay updated on the latest changes, we advise you to frequently visit this page. If at any point Tri-State Poke Center decides to use any personally identifiable information in a manner significantly different from what was stated when the information was initially collected, users will be promptly notified by email. At that time, users will have the option to permit or deny the use of their information in this new manner.

This Policy applies to Tri-State Poke Center and governs all data collection and usage by us. By using Tri-State Poke Center's website, you consent to the data collection procedures outlined in this Policy.

Please note that this Policy does not cover the collection and use of information by companies that Tri-State Poke Center does not control, nor by individuals not employed or managed by us. If you visit a website we mention or link to, please review its privacy policy before providing any information. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any website you visit to understand how they collect, use, and share information.

**Specifically, this Policy will inform you of the following:**

1. What personally identifiable information is collected from you through our website;
2. Why we collect personally identifiable information and the legal basis for such collection;
3. How we use the collected information and with whom it may be shared;
4. What choices are available to you regarding the use of your data; and
5. The security procedures in place to protect the misuse of your information.

**Information We Collect**

It is always up to you whether to disclose personally identifiable information to us. However, if you choose not to do so, we may not be able to register you as a user or provide you with products or services. Our website collects various types of information, including:

- Voluntarily provided information, such as your name, address, email address, billing and/or credit card information, which is used to process your purchases and deliver the services you request.
- Information automatically collected when you visit our website, such as cookies, third-party tracking technologies, and server logs.

Additionally, Tri-State Poke Center may collect non-personal anonymous demographic information, such as age, gender, household income, political affiliation, race, and religion, as well as the type of browser you are using, IP address, or operating system, to help us provide and maintain superior quality service.

We may also follow websites that our users frequent to understand popular services and products. Rest assured, we only collect personal information that you knowingly and willingly provide via surveys, membership forms, and emails. Our intent is to use personal information only for the purpose for which it was requested and any additional uses outlined in this Policy.

**Why We Collect Information and For How Long**

We collect your data for several reasons:

- To better understand your needs and provide the services you request;
- To fulfill our legitimate interest in improving our services and products;
- To send promotional emails containing information we think you may like, with your consent;
- To contact you for surveys or market research, with your consent;
- To customize our website according to your online behavior and preferences.

We retain data only as long as necessary, based on criteria such as relevance, legal requirements, and our legitimate interest in retaining the information.

**Use of Information Collected**

Tri-State Poke Center does not sell, rent, or lease its customer lists to third parties. We use personal information to operate our website and provide the services you request. Occasionally, we may use personally identifiable information to inform you about other products or services from Tri-State Poke Center.

We may also contact you for surveys or research on current or potential future services. Our website uses third-party social media features (e.g., Facebook, Instagram) which may collect your IP address and require cookies to function. These services are governed by their own privacy policies.

**Disclosure of Information**

Tri-State Poke Center may disclose information under the following circumstances:

- To provide services or products you have ordered;
- As described in this Policy or with your consent;
- In aggregate form that does not identify you personally;
- As required by law or in response to legal requests;
- To outside auditors who maintain confidentiality;
- To enforce our Terms of Service;
- To protect and preserve the rights and property of Tri-State Poke Center.

**Non-Marketing Purposes**

We respect your privacy and may contact you for non-marketing purposes (e.g., bug alerts, security breaches, account issues) when necessary. Notices may be posted on our website, in newspapers, or through other public means.

**Children under the Age of 13**

Tri-State Poke Center's website is not directed at children under 13. If we inadvertently collect information from someone under 13, we will take steps to delete it or obtain parental consent.

**Unsubscribe or Opt-Out**

Users can unsubscribe from communications by emailing us at [Your Contact Email]. For third-party websites, you must unsubscribe directly through those sites. We will continue to adhere to this Policy for any previously collected personal information.

**Links to Other Websites**

Our website may contain links to other websites. Tri-State Poke Center is not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. We encourage users to read the privacy policies of any website they visit.

**Notice to European Union Users**

Tri-State Poke Center's operations are primarily in the U.S. Information provided by you will be transferred out of the EU to the U.S. By providing personal information, you consent to its storage and use as described in this Policy.

**Security**

We take precautions to protect your information. Sensitive information (e.g., credit card details) is encrypted and transmitted securely. Offline, only employees who need the information for specific tasks have access to it. Our servers are kept secure to prevent unauthorized access or misuse.

**Acceptance of Terms**

By using this website, you accept the terms of this Privacy Policy. Continued use of our site following updates indicates acceptance of these changes.

**How to Contact Us**

For questions or concerns regarding our Privacy Policy, please contact us at tristatepokecenter@gmail.com