Privacy Policy

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Hey there, music fan! At Hello Merch Sales Store (located at bandapparelshop.com), we value your trust just as much as you value authentic artist merchandise. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our store and make purchases.

We’re committed to protecting your privacy while providing a seamless shopping experience for music enthusiasts worldwide. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

When you shop with us, we collect information that helps us process your orders and improve your experience:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, shipping address, and phone number when you place an order
• Payment Information: Credit card details (processed securely through our payment partners) or PayPal information
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited
• Communication Records: Any correspondence with our customer service team

How We Use Your Information

Your information helps us provide the services you expect from a dedicated music merch store:

• Process your orders and deliver your band tees and vinyl
• Communicate about orders, products, and promotions (only if you opt-in)
• Improve our website and merchandise offerings
• Prevent fraud and ensure transaction security
• Comply with legal obligations

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We respect your privacy and only share your information when necessary:

• Payment Processors: We share necessary payment information with our secure partners (Visa, MasterCard, JCB, PayPal) to complete transactions
• Shipping Providers: We provide shipping addresses to delivery services to get your merch to you
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition, customer information may be transferred

We never sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

Data Storage and Security

We take the security of your information as seriously as we take our music curation:

• All personal and payment information is encrypted using secure technology
• We maintain reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data
• Payment details are processed by reputable, PCI-compliant partners
• We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy

International Data Transfers

As a global store serving music fans worldwide (except some remote areas and parts of Asia), your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data regardless of where it’s processed.

Your Rights

You have rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You can request details of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: You can update or correct your information in your account settings
• Deletion: You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations
• Opt-out: You can unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
• Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format

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

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Like any good online store, we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your shopping experience:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic functions like adding items to your cart
• Analytical Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our site
• Marketing Cookies: Used to show relevant ads (with your consent)

You can control cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect your shopping experience.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We’ll notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new effective date.

Contact Us

Thanks for supporting the artists we work with and for choosing Hello Merch Sales Store!

The Hello Merch Team