Privacy policy

 

Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 20, 2026

Artifacts and Irony operates this store and website, including all related information, content, features, tools, products, and services, to provide you, the customer, with a curated shopping experience (the "Services"). Artifacts and Irony is powered by Shopify, which enables us to provide the Services to you.

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and disclose your personal information when you visit, use, or make a purchase or other transaction using the Services or otherwise communicate with us. If there is a conflict between our Terms of Service and this Privacy Policy, this Privacy Policy controls with respect to the collection, processing, and disclosure of your personal information.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using and accessing any of the Services, you acknowledge that you have read this Privacy Policy and understand the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described below.

Personal Information We Collect or Process

When we use the term "personal information," we are referring to information that identifies or can reasonably be linked to you or another person. Personal information does not include information that is collected anonymously or that has been de-identified. We may collect or process the following categories of personal information:

  • Contact details: Name, address, billing address, shipping address, phone number, and email address.

  • Financial information: Credit card, debit card, financial account numbers, transaction details, and payment confirmation.

  • Account information: Username, password, security questions, preferences, and settings.

  • Transaction information: Items you view, put in your cart, add to your wishlist, purchase, return, or exchange.

  • Communications: Information you include in communications with us, such as customer support inquiries.

  • Device information: Details about your device, browser, network connection, IP address, and other unique identifiers.

  • Usage information: How and when you interact with or navigate the Services.

Personal Information Sources

We may collect personal information from the following sources:

  • Directly from you: When you create an account, make a purchase, or communicate with us.

  • Automatically: Through the use of cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.

  • From our service providers: When we engage them to enable certain technology on our behalf.

  • From our partners: Or other third parties involved in fulfilling your experience.

How We Use Your Personal Information

Depending on how you interact with us, we use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • Provide, Tailor, and Improve the Services: To fulfill your orders, process payments, arrange for shipping, manage your account, facilitate returns, and create a customized shopping experience.

  • Marketing and Advertising: To send promotional communications by email or text, and to show you relevant online advertisements.

  • Security and Fraud Prevention: To authenticate your account, provide a secure payment experience, and detect or investigate fraudulent activity.

  • Communicating with You: To provide customer support and respond to your inquiries.

  • Legal Reasons: To comply with applicable laws, respond to legal processes, or enforce our terms of service.

How We Disclose Personal Information

In certain circumstances, we may disclose your personal information to third parties for legitimate purposes. Such circumstances include:

  • With Service Providers & Fulfillment Partners: We share necessary data with Shopify, dropshipping suppliers, and logistics partners to process payments, fulfill orders, and ship products directly to you.

  • With Marketing Partners: To provide targeted advertising based on your online activity.

  • Upon Your Request: When you direct us to share information, such as through social media integrations.

  • Legal & Corporate Obligations: In connection with a business transaction, to comply with legal obligations, or to protect the rights and safety of our users.

Relationship with Shopify

The Services are hosted by Shopify, which collects and processes personal information about your access to and use of the Services. Information you submit will be transmitted to and shared with Shopify to improve the platform. To learn more about how Shopify uses your personal information, you can visit the Shopify Consumer Privacy Policy.

Third-Party Websites and Links

Our website may provide links to platforms operated by third parties. If you follow links to sites not affiliated with us, you should review their privacy policies. We are not responsible for the privacy or security of third-party sites.

Children's Data

The Services are not intended for children, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of majority in your jurisdiction. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us to request deletion.

Security and Retention

No security measures are perfect. We recommend that you do not use unsecure channels to communicate sensitive information to us. We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to maintain your account, provide Services, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:

  • Access / Know: Request access to the personal information we hold about you.

  • Delete: Request that we delete your personal information.

  • Correct: Request that we fix inaccurate information.

  • Portability: Receive a copy of your information to transfer to a third party.

  • Manage Communications: Opt-out of promotional emails at any time using the unsubscribe link.

We will not discriminate against you for exercising these rights. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.

International Transfers

We may transfer, store, and process your personal information outside the country you live in. We rely on recognized transfer mechanisms to ensure your data is protected according to applicable laws.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our practices or for legal reasons. We will post the revised policy on this website and update the "Last updated" date.

Contact

Should you have any questions about our privacy practices or this Privacy Policy, or if you would like to exercise any of the rights available to you, please email us at: support@artifactsandirony.com