Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://crystals.154news.com (hereafter referred to as “Crystals” or “we”). We are dedicated to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, handling, and processing of personal information in accordance with various international privacy laws, including but not limited to:

Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
Quebec Law 25
European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Brazil’s Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD)
California’s Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
Colorado’s Consumer Protection Act (CPA)
Utah’s Consumer Sales and Service Act (UCPA)
Connecticut’s ConnectiCut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA)
Virginia’s Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)
South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)

Scope

This policy applies to all aspects of our online presence, including but not limited to:

Our official website at https://crystals.154news.com
Any mobile applications or services associated with our brand
All interactions and data collected through these platforms

Please note that this policy does not extend to third-party websites, applications, or services accessible via links on our site. These entities have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them before providing any personal information.

Processing Activities

This Privacy Policy governs your interactions when:

You register an account and use our applications or services as an authorized user.
You visit or navigate through our websites linked to this policy.
You subscribe to receive communications from us, such as newsletters, emails, phone calls, or text messages (SMS).

Personal Data Collection

We collect various categories of personal data, including:

Account Information: This includes user names, email addresses, and passwords used to access your account.
Payment Information: Details related to payment methods you use for purchases on our platform.
Financial Information: Transaction history, billing addresses, and other financial records associated with your account.
Purchase Information: Items purchased, quantities, prices, and order dates.
Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers from your mobile device, such as IP addresses, mobile phone numbers, or advertising IDs.
Location Data: Geographic data, including GPS coordinates, used to provide location-based services.
Feedback: Comments, reviews, and responses provided by users regarding our products or services.
Social Media Information: User profiles and interactions shared on social media platforms when you connect with our accounts.
Product Information: Details about products viewed, added to carts, or purchased, including product codes and preferences.

We collect this data through various means: user input forms, account settings, browsing behavior, automated tracking technologies (like cookies), and third-party data providers.

Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience on our websites and for analytics purposes. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that serve different functions:

Strictly Necessary: These ensure basic functionalities of the website, such as allowing you to navigate through pages.
Preference: Customizing user preferences, like language settings or display options.
Analytics: Tracking site usage and gathering statistical data for performance evaluation.

Users can manage non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, providing control over their cookie preferences.

Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data as necessary for the fulfillment of specific purposes, including:

Providing and improving our services and products.
Complying with legal requirements and regulations.
Resolving disputes or investigations.
Maintaining security and protecting against fraud.

Once these purposes are achieved, we will delete or anonymize your personal data, ensuring it is no longer linked to your identity.

Security Measures

We have implemented robust organizational and technical safeguards to protect your personal data:

Employing encryption for secure communication and data storage.
Engaging trusted third-party processors who adhere to strict privacy standards.
Regularly reviewing and updating our security protocols to adapt to emerging threats.

Children’s Privacy

We do not intentionally collect or solicit personal information from children under the age of 18. Our services are directed towards adults, and we encourage parents to supervise their children’s online activities.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding your personal data:

Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
Rectification: Ask for corrections or amendments to incomplete or inaccurate data.
Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): Demand the deletion of your data in certain circumstances.
Restriction: Limit our processing of your data under specific conditions.
Portability: Receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
Objection: Object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.
Non-Discrimination: Ensure that exercising your data protection rights does not negatively impact your interactions with us.

To exercise these rights or seek further information, please contact our privacy team using the details provided below.

Changes to Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any modifications will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review it periodically.

Contact Information

For any inquiries, unsubscribe requests, or questions related to data privacy, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Postal Address: [Provide the physical address]

We are committed to addressing your concerns and ensuring a transparent and secure experience with Crystals.