Privacy Policy
At Sparkle Handmade Store (“we,” “us,” or “our”), your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information, and the choices you have—including how to access, update, or request deletion of your data. We are committed to complying with Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
📋 Information We Collect
1. Device Information
When you visit our website, we automatically gather certain details about your device, such as:
- Browser type
- IP address
- Time zone
- Installed cookies
We also track your interactions with the site, including:
- Pages and products viewed
- Referral sources (e.g., search terms or websites)
- Browsing behavior
This data is referred to as “Device Information” and is collected using:
- Cookies: Small data files with unique identifiers. Learn more or disable cookies at .
- Log Files: Records of site activity, including IP address, browser, ISP, and timestamps.
- Web Beacons, Tags & Pixels: Tools that monitor browsing behavior.
2. Order Information
When you make a purchase or attempt to do so, we collect:
- Name
- Billing and shipping addresses
- Payment details (processed securely via Shopify)
- Email address
- Phone number
Together, “Device Information” and “Order Information” are referred to as Personal Information.
🛍️ How We Use Your Information
We use your Order Information to:
- Process and fulfill orders
- Handle payments and shipping
- Send invoices and confirmations
- Communicate with you
- Detect and prevent fraud
- Share product updates and promotions (based on your preferences)
Device Information helps us:
- Monitor for fraud and security risks
- Improve website performance and user experience
- Analyze marketing effectiveness
We only use your personal information for the purposes for which it was collected, unless you consent otherwise or as required by law.
🔗 Sharing Your Information
We may share your Personal Information with trusted third parties to support our operations:
- Shopify powers our online store. Learn more about their privacy practices .
- Google Analytics helps us understand user behavior. Details . Opt out .
We may also disclose your information:
- To comply with legal obligations
- To respond to lawful requests by public authorities
- To protect our rights or prevent fraud
We do not sell or rent your personal information.
🌐 Third-Party Features
Our site may include links, plug-ins, or content from third-party providers (e.g., social media platforms). These providers may collect data independently. We do not control their privacy practices and recommend reviewing their policies directly.
🎯 Behavioral Advertising
We may use your Personal Information to deliver targeted ads and marketing communications. Learn more at the .
To opt out of targeted ads:
- Or visit the
🚫 Do Not Track
Please note: We do not modify our data collection practices in response to Do Not Track signals from browsers.
🗂️ Data Retention
We retain your Order Information for our records unless you request its deletion, subject to legal or regulatory requirements.
🧾 Your Rights (Canadian Residents)
Under PIPEDA, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Request corrections
- Withdraw consent (subject to legal or contractual restrictions)
- Request deletion of your data
- File a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada
To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.
✏️ Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on our website, and continued use of the site implies acceptance of the revised terms. The last updated date is listed at the top of this page.
📬 Contact Us
Questions, concerns, or complaints? Reach out to us at: 📧 Email: sparkle.nvcreatives@gmail.com