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Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

American Steppe LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates www.americansteppegear.com (the “Site”). We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site or make a purchase.

By accessing or using our Site, you agree to this Privacy Policy, as well as our Terms & Conditions and Refund Policy, which together govern your use of our services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal identification information when you:

  • Visit our Site

  • Place an order

  • Create an account

  • Subscribe to email communications

  • Contact us directly

This information may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Mailing and billing address

  • Phone number

  • Payment information (processed securely by third-party payment processors)

You may browse the Site anonymously; however, certain features (such as purchasing products) require personal information.

Non-Personal Information

We may collect non-personal information automatically, such as browser type, device information, IP address, operating system, and usage data. This information is used for analytics, security, and site improvement.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, analyze traffic, and enhance user experience. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may limit some features of the Site.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Process and fulfill orders

  • Provide customer support

  • Communicate about purchases, returns, or inquiries

  • Improve our Site, products, and services

  • Send marketing communications if you opt in (you may unsubscribe at any time)

  • Comply with legal, tax, and regulatory requirements

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

Lawful Bases for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process personal data under the following lawful bases:

  • Contractual necessity – to fulfill orders and provide services

  • Legal obligation – to meet accounting, tax, and regulatory requirements

  • Legitimate interests – to operate, improve, and secure our business, provided those interests do not override your rights

How We Protect Your Information

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information.

Sensitive data transmissions occur over SSL-encrypted connections, and payment information is processed by trusted third-party payment processors. We do not store full payment details on our servers.

Sharing Your Information

We may share your information only as necessary to operate our business, including:

  • Service providers such as payment processors, shipping carriers, and email platforms

  • Legal and regulatory authorities when required to comply with applicable laws or enforce our policies

All third parties are required to protect your information and use it only for authorized purposes.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, including compliance with tax, accounting, and legal obligations.

International Data Transfers

If you access the Site from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA / CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including the right to:

  • Know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, or share

  • Request access to or deletion of your personal information

  • Correct inaccurate personal information

  • Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information

We do not sell or share personal information as defined by the CCPA/CPRA.

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the information below. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request. You will not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights.

Your Privacy Rights (General)

Depending on your location, you may also have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction or deletion

  • Object to or restrict processing

  • Request data portability

Requests may be subject to legal retention requirements.

Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact:

American Steppe LLC
Website: www.americansteppegear.com
Email: ebarron.americansteppe@gmail.com

Effective Date: 07/28/2023

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