Welcome to The Shine Nook (“we,” “us,” or “our”). We’re committed to protecting your privacy while helping you create your dream bohemian-inspired space. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website theshinenook.com.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide better services to all our bohemian decor enthusiasts:
- Personal Information: When you make a purchase, create an account, or contact us, we collect details like your name, email address, shipping address, payment information, and phone number.
- Transaction Data: Details about purchases you’ve made through our site (including rugs, candles, chandeliers, and other decorative items).
- Browsing Information: Data about how you interact with our website, including pages visited, products viewed, and items added to your wishlist.
- Device Information: We collect information about the device you use to access our site, including IP address, browser type, and operating system.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to create a seamless and inspiring shopping experience:
- To process your orders for our artisanal home decor products
- To personalize your experience with product recommendations
- To improve our website and product offerings
- To communicate with you about orders, promotions, and design inspiration
- To prevent fraud and enhance the security of our site
- To comply with legal obligations
3. Sharing of Information
We value your trust and only share information when necessary:
- Service Providers: We work with trusted partners who assist with payment processing, shipping, marketing, and website operations.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition, customer information may be transferred.
We never sell your personal information to third parties.
4. Data Storage and Security
Your security is as important to us as the quality of our bohemian rugs and candles:
- We implement industry-standard security measures including 256-bit SSL encryption
- We are PCI-DSS compliant for all card processing
- We store data on secure servers and limit access to authorized personnel
- We don’t store complete credit card numbers on our servers
While we take reasonable precautions, no internet transmission is completely secure.
5. Your Rights
You have choices regarding your information:
- Access & Correction: You may review and update your account information at any time.
- Marketing Preferences: You can opt-out of marketing communications by following the unsubscribe link.
- Data Deletion: You may request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal requirements.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Like the carefully arranged botanicals in our collections, we use cookies to enhance your experience:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for site functionality (e.g., shopping cart)
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how customers use our site
- Marketing Cookies: Allow us to show relevant ads for our products
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
7. International Data Transfers
As we serve customers worldwide (excluding certain Asian countries and remote regions), your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including the United States where our servers are located.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. The updated version will be posted on our website with a new “Last Updated” date.
10. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at:
The Shine Nook2425 Aspen Court
Boston, US 02110
Email: [email protected]
Thank you for trusting The Shine Nook with your bohemian decor journey.