Privacy Policy

Welcome to the Privacy Policy of alloccasiongifts.ca (referred to as the “Site”). We value your privacy and are committed to explaining how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit the Site or make a purchase.

  1. Information We Collect

When you visit the Site, certain information about your device is automatically collected. This includes details about your web browser, IP address, time zone, and some of the cookies installed on your device. Additionally, as you browse the Site, we gather information about the specific web pages or products you view, the websites or search terms that directed you to the Site, and how you interact with it. This collection of data is referred to as “Device Information.”

We collect Device Information through the following technologies:

  • “Cookies,” which are data files placed on your device and often include a unique identifier. To learn more about cookies and how to disable them, visit http://www.allaboutcookies.org.
  • “Log files” that record actions on the Site, including your IP address, browser type, internet service provider, referring/exit pages, and timestamps.
  • “Web beacons,” “tags,” and “pixels,” which are electronic files that track your browsing behavior on the Site.

Furthermore, when you make a purchase or attempt to do so through the Site, we collect specific information from you. This includes your name, billing address, shipping address, payment details (including credit card numbers), email address, and phone number. This information is referred to as “Order Information.”

Throughout this Privacy Policy, when we mention “Personal Information,” we are referring to both Device Information and Order Information.

  1. How We Use Your Personal Information

We use the Order Information we collect primarily to process orders placed through the Site. This involves processing your payment, arranging shipping, and providing order confirmations and invoices. Additionally, we utilize this Order Information to:

  • Communicate with you regarding your order.
  • Evaluate orders for potential risks or fraudulent activity.
  • Share information or advertisements related to our products or services based on your preferences.

The Device Information we collect assists in identifying potential risks and fraud (particularly your IP address) and contributes to enhancing and optimizing the Site. For instance, we generate analytics to understand how customers browse and interact with the Site, and to assess the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.

  1. Sharing Your Personal Information

We collaborate with third parties to leverage your Personal Information for the purposes described above. For instance, we use Woodcommerce to operate our online store. You can learn more about how Woocommerce handles your Personal Information here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. We also utilize Google Analytics to comprehend how users engage with the Site. You can find additional information about how Google uses your Personal Information here: https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/privacy/. If you wish to opt-out of Google Analytics, visit: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

Additionally, we might share your Personal Information to comply with laws and regulations, respond to lawful requests, or protect our rights.

  1. Behavioral Advertising

As previously mentioned, we use your Personal Information to provide targeted advertisements and marketing communications that align with your interests. For more insight into targeted advertising, refer to the Network Advertising Initiative’s educational page: http://www.networkadvertising.org/understanding-online-advertising/how-does-it-work.

You can opt out of targeted advertising using the following links:

You can also explore the Digital Advertising Alliance’s opt-out portal: http://optout.aboutads.info/.

  1. Do Not Track

Please note that we do not modify our data collection and usage practices on the Site in response to Do Not Track signals from your browser.

  1. Your Rights

If you are a European resident, you hold the right to access, correct, update, or delete your personal information held by us. To exercise this right, please contact us using the information below.

Additionally, if you are a European resident, understand that we process your information to fulfill contracts or pursue legitimate business interests. Be aware that your information may be transferred outside of Europe, including to Canada and the United States.

  1. Data Retention

When you place an order on the Site, we retain your Order Information for our records unless you request its deletion.

  1. Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect practice changes, operational adjustments, or legal reasons.

  1. Contact Us

For more details about our privacy practices, questions, or complaints, please reach out to us via email at jenniepickard@live.com or by mail using the information provided below:

The Hallmark Shop 535 Dundas St, Woodstock ON N4S 1C3, Canada