Universal Choice Store, operated by Raj Traders LLC, is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled securely and responsibly. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit or make a purchase from universalchoicestore.com (the “Site”).

1. Information We Collect

We collect both personal and non-personal information from our users to enhance your shopping experience and provide the best service possible. The types of information we collect include:

  • Personal Information: When you make a purchase or attempt to make a purchase through the Site, we collect certain information such as your name, billing address, shipping address, email address, phone number, and payment information (including credit card details or other payment methods). We refer to this as “Order Information.”
  • Device Information: When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including your web browser, IP address, time zone, and some of the cookies installed on your device. This helps us improve your experience and our Site’s functionality. We refer to this as “Device Information.”
  • Browsing Information: We may collect information about how you interact with the Site, including pages viewed, links clicked, and other actions taken. This helps us understand how customers navigate the Site to improve our offerings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect in the following ways:

  • To Process and Fulfill Orders: We use your personal information to process payments, arrange for shipping, and provide you with invoices or order confirmations.
  • To Communicate with You: We use your contact information to respond to your inquiries, notify you about the status of your orders, or send you updates about our services, promotions, or policy changes.
  • To Improve Our Site: We use the device and browsing information to optimize your experience on the Site by analyzing how customers interact with our website and what features need improvement.
  • To Prevent Fraud: We use your information to screen orders for potential fraud or security risks and protect our customers and the business.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your personal information with third-party service providers that assist us in operating the Site and conducting our business, including:

  • Payment processors: To process payments securely.
  • Shipping partners: To fulfill and deliver your orders.
  • Analytics providers: To help us understand how users engage with the Site.

We may also share your information to comply with applicable laws and regulations, respond to lawful requests for information, or protect our rights.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Site. Cookies are small data files that are placed on your device or computer and often include an anonymous unique identifier. These cookies help us:

  • Remember your preferences and previous actions (e.g., items in your cart).
  • Deliver a more personalized browsing experience.
  • Analyze traffic and behavior on our Site to improve functionality.

You can manage your cookie settings through your browser, but disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features on the Site.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including compliance with legal obligations, resolving disputes, and enforcing our agreements.

If you place an order through the Site, we will retain your Order Information for our records unless you request us to delete this information.

6. Your Rights

If you are a resident of certain jurisdictions (such as the European Economic Area), you have specific rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • The right to access the personal information we hold about you.
  • The right to request that your personal information be corrected, updated, or deleted.
  • The right to withdraw your consent for processing your information at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@universalchoicestore.com.

7. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit through our Site.

8. Security of Your Information

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement industry-standard measures to protect it. However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

9. Changes to Our Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or the way we handle your personal information, please contact us using the information below:

Thank you for trusting Universal Choice Store with your personal information. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring a secure shopping experience.