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At Wetsuit Specialty Store (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy while providing high-quality water sports gear for diving, surfing, and aquatic adventures. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website wetsuitdivetrips.com.

1. Information We Collect

We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services:

  • Personal Information: When you make a purchase or create an account, we collect your name, email address, shipping address, payment information (processed securely through our payment processors), and phone number.
  • Order Information: Details about the wetsuits, rash guards, and accessories you purchase, including size preferences and product selections.
  • Device and Usage Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, device information, pages visited, and other usage data.
  • Communication Data: Records of your correspondence with us if you contact our customer service.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process and fulfill your orders for wetsuits and water sports gear
  • Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
  • Improve our website, products, and services
  • Send order confirmations, shipping notifications, and service-related communications
  • Prevent fraud and enhance security
  • Comply with legal obligations

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With third parties who perform services on our behalf (payment processors, shipping carriers, IT services).
  • Legal Compliance: When required by law or to protect our rights.
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

4. International Data Transfers

As we serve customers globally (excluding some parts of Asia and remote areas), your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for these transfers.

5. Data Security

We implement robust security measures to protect your information:

  • Industry-standard encryption for all transactions
  • PCI-DSS compliant payment processing
  • No storage of full payment details on our servers
  • Regular security assessments

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal information
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Data portability
  • Withdraw consent (where applicable)

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences (e.g., currency selection)
  • Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
  • Improve your shopping experience

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8. Children’s Privacy

While we sell children’s wetsuits and sun suits, our website is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. The “Last Updated” date at the top indicates when revisions were made.

10. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or concerns:

Email: [email protected]
Address: 4243 Driftwood Road, San Jose, US 95129