🔒 American Carver LLC Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 10, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how and when we collect, use, and share your information when you interact with American Carver LLC through our websites, Shopify storefront, Faire, or affiliated platforms.

This policy does not apply to third-party services we do not own or control, such as Shopify, Faire, or any third-party apps or websites you access through our store. Please refer to their individual privacy policies for more information.

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1. Information We Collect

To fulfill your order or provide services, we collect the following information (as provided by Shopify, Faire, or directly from you):

• Name, email address, shipping address, and phone number
• Payment and billing details (processed securely via Shopify or Faire)
• Details about your purchases, preferences, or any custom order notes
• Any other information you provide voluntarily, such as direct messages or signups for mailing lists

2. Why We Use Your Information

We rely on several legal bases to collect and use your information:

• To fulfill orders and provide services (e.g., shipping, support, returns)
• With your consent, such as when you join our mailing list (can be revoked anytime)
• To comply with legal obligations (e.g., tax or purchase records)
• For legitimate business interests, such as improving services and communicating with you (provided these do not override your rights)

3. Sharing Your Information

We share your information only as needed and never sell your data.

• Shopify & Faire – to process orders and maintain store functionality
• Service Providers – such as shipping carriers, email platforms, and print partners
• Business Transfers – if we sell or restructure our business, data may transfer as permitted by law
• Legal Compliance – we may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations, investigate fraud, or protect the rights and safety of others

4. Data Retention

We keep your personal data only as long as necessary to provide services, fulfill legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.
In most cases, data is retained for up to 4 years unless a longer retention period is required by law.

5. International Transfers

We may store and process your data on servers located in the United States or other jurisdictions. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your data to these locations, which may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.

6. Your Rights

If you reside in a region with data protection laws (e.g., the European Union), you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction, restriction, or deletion of your data
• Object to our use of your data for direct marketing
• Withdraw consent where applicable
• Lodge a complaint with your local data authority

Please contact us to exercise any of these rights.

7. Contact Us

For any questions or requests related to this Privacy Policy, you can reach us at:
📧 orders@americancarver.com
📞 (352) 200-2533

American Carver LLC is the data controller for the purposes of this policy.