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Privacy Policy

Last updated: September 24, 2026

pitarashop.in operates this store and website, including all related information, content, features, tools, products, and services, in order to provide you, the customer, with a curated shopping experience (the "Services"). pitarashop.in 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 in this Privacy Policy.

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, so that it cannot identify or be reasonably linked to you. We may collect or process the following categories of personal information, including inferences drawn from this personal information, depending on how you interact with the Services, where you live, and as permitted or required by applicable law:

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

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

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

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

• Communications with us: Information you include in communications with us, for example, when sending a customer support inquiry.

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

• Usage information: Information regarding your interaction with the Services, including 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, visit or use the Services, communicate with us, or otherwise provide us with your personal information.

• Automatically through the Services: From your device when you use our products or services or visit our websites, and through the use of cookies and similar technologies.

• From our service providers: When we engage them to enable certain technology and when they collect or process your personal information on our behalf.

• From our partners or other third parties.

How We Use Your Personal Information

Depending on how you interact with us or which of the Services you use, we may use personal information for the following purposes:

• Provide, Tailor, and Improve the Services: We use your personal information to provide you with the Services, including to perform our contract with you, process payments, fulfill orders, remember preferences, send account notifications, process transactions/returns, manage your account, arrange shipping, enable reviews, and create a customized shopping experience (such as recommending artificial jewelry or electronics related to your purchases).

• Marketing and Advertising: We use your personal information for marketing and promotional purposes, such as sending promotional communications via email, SMS, or postal mail, and showing online ads for products based on your activity.

• Security and Fraud Prevention: We use your personal information to authenticate your account, provide a secure payment and shopping experience, detect/investigate fraudulent or unauthorized activity, and secure our services. You are responsible for keeping your account credentials safe.

• Communicating with You: We use your personal information to provide customer support, respond to inquiries, and maintain our business relationship.

• Legal Reasons: We use your personal information to comply with applicable law, respond to valid legal requests from authorities, participate in legal proceedings, or enforce our terms and policies.

How We Disclose Personal Information

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

• With Shopify, vendors, and service providers: Third parties who perform services on our behalf (e.g., IT management, payment processing, data analytics, customer support, cloud storage, fulfillment, and shipping).

• With business and marketing partners: To provide marketing services and show targeted ads based on your activity.

• With your consent: When you direct or request us to disclose information to third parties, such as to ship products or via social media integrations.

• With affiliates or corporate group members.

• In connection with business transactions or legal obligations: Such as mergers, bankruptcies, complying with subpoenas, or defending our legal rights and those 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 to provide and improve them. Information you submit will be transmitted to and shared with Shopify as well as third parties located globally. Additionally, we utilize Shopify enhanced features that incorporate data from your interactions across our store, other merchants, and Shopify. In these circumstances, Shopify is responsible for processing your personal information. To learn more, visit the Shopify Consumer Privacy Policy. You may exercise rights regarding Shopify-processed data at the Shopify Privacy Portal.

Third Party Websites and Links

The Services may provide links to third-party websites or platforms. If you follow links to non-affiliated sites, review their privacy and security policies. We are not responsible for the privacy, security, or reliability of third-party platforms or public forums where you post information.

Children's Data

The Services are not intended for children, and we do not knowingly collect personal information about children under the age of majority in your jurisdiction. If you are a parent or guardian whose child provided personal information, contact us to request deletion. As of the effective date, we do not knowingly share or sell personal information of individuals under 16 years of age.

Security and Retention of Your Information

Please be aware that no security measures are impenetrable, and we cannot guarantee perfect security. Information sent to us may not be secure in transit; avoid unsecure channels for sensitive details.

How long we retain personal information depends on factors such as maintaining your account, providing Services, complying with legal obligations, resolving disputes, and enforcing contracts.

Your Rights and Choices

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

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

• Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information.

• Right to Correct: Request corrections to inaccurate personal information.

• Right of Portability: Request a copy or transfer of your personal information.

• Managing Communication Preferences: Opt out of promotional emails anytime using the unsubscribe link. (Non-promotional emails regarding orders will still be sent).

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below. We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights, though identity verification or authorized agent proof may be required.

Complaints

If you have complaints regarding how we process personal information, contact us below. Depending on your location, you may have the right to appeal our decision or lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

International Transfers

We may transfer, store, and process your personal information outside the country you live in. When transferring data out of the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom, we rely on recognized transfer mechanisms like Standard Contractual Clauses unless transferred to a country with adequate protection.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect operational, legal, or regulatory updates. Revised versions will be posted on this website with an updated "Last updated" date.

Contact

Should you have questions about our privacy practices, this Privacy Policy, or to exercise your rights:

• Brand / Operating Entity: Pitara Store

• Official Website: pitarashop.in

• Customer Support Email: pitarastoresupport@gmail.com

• Phone / WhatsApp: +91 75072 19292

• Operating Address:  MHADA Colony, MHADA society Near Yash Vidya Niketan School, Virar West
  401303 Vasai Maharashtra
  India