Privacy Policy for Chinnie Boutique

Effective Date: 3/30/25

Chinnie Boutique ("we," "our," "us") operates the website [www.chinnieboutique.com] and is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data when you visit our website or interact with us, including through our collaboration with Cali_FID Parrot and Exotics Rescue Sanctuary (“Cali_FID Rescue”) for adoption-related purposes. By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

  • Personal Information: When you fill out forms, such as for adoption inquiries, we collect your name, email address, phone number, and any other relevant information that you voluntarily provide.

  • Automatically Collected Information: We automatically collect data about your interactions with our website, including your IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, and browsing activities. This information is gathered using cookies and similar technologies to help us improve our website’s performance and your experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

  • To process and respond to adoption inquiries and contact you regarding adoption details.

  • To communicate with you about your purchases, order status, and other transactions.

  • To improve our website and services through analytics and performance tracking.

  • To send marketing communications, including updates about Chinnie Boutique and Cali_FID Rescue, only if you have consented to receiving them.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance your user experience. Cookies allow us to collect information like your preferences, browser type, and interactions with our site, which helps us improve our content and services. You can control cookie settings through your browser, but disabling cookies may impact your experience on the site.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes. However, we may share your data with third-party service providers, such as payment processors (e.g., PayPal, Stripe) and marketing tools (e.g., email service providers), to perform services on our behalf. These third parties are required to use your data only as necessary to provide their services to us and are not allowed to share or sell your data.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you request that we delete your information, we will make reasonable efforts to do so unless we are required to retain it for legal or administrative purposes.

6. Security of Your Data

We take appropriate measures to secure your personal data and protect it from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, please note that no method of data transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and while we strive to protect your personal data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Third-Party Websites and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including those of our partners or affiliates. This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected through Chinnie Boutique and does not cover the practices of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those websites before providing any personal information.

8. Children's Privacy

Chinnie Boutique’s website is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe that we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately so we can remove the data.

9. Your Data Protection Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data under applicable laws like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (for EU residents) or the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) (for California residents). These rights may include:

  • The right to access, correct, or delete your personal data.

  • The right to withdraw consent for certain types of processing.

  • The right to request data portability.

  • The right to object to processing or request limitations on how your data is used.

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

10. International Data Transfers

Chinnie Boutique operates globally, and your data may be transferred to servers outside your country, including those in the United States. By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your personal data to other countries, including those that may not have the same level of data protection as your country.

11. GDPR Compliance (For EU Residents)

If you are a resident of the European Union, we process your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Under the GDPR, we collect and process your data based on your consent, performance of a contract, or legitimate interest. You have the right to request access to your data, request corrections, and request deletion of your personal data. Please contact us using the information below to exercise your rights.

12. CCPA Compliance (For California Residents)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have the right to request information about the personal data we collect, delete certain personal data, and opt-out of the sale of personal information. Chinnie Boutique does not sell your personal information. If you are a California resident, you may exercise these rights by contacting us.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date” at the top. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your personal data.

14. How to Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

  • Email: Chinnieboutique@gmail.com

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