Effective Date: 8/12/2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Karnataka Store. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data when you visit or make a purchase on our website karnatakastore.in.

We are committed to complying with the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011, issued under the Indian IT Act, and other applicable privacy laws.

2. Data We Collect

We may collect the following information:

• Personal Identifiers: Name, email, phone number, billing/shipping address.
• Account Information: Username, password when you register.
• Transactional Data: Order history, payment details (processed via our payment gateway).
• Technical & Usage Data: IP address, device type, browser details, pages visited, referring website, cookies, and analytics data.

3. How We Collect Data

• When you place an order or register an account.
• Via contact forms, newsletters, and customer support.
• Automatically through cookies and analytics tools, like Google Analytics, to improve site performance.

4. How We Use Your Data

• Order Fulfillment: Process your orders and deliver purchases.
• Communication: Send updates, order confirmations, and promotional offers (with consent).
• Account Maintenance: Manage your user account and order history.
• Analytics & Improvement: Enhance website experience and functionality.
• Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and resolve disputes.

5. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and analytics to understand site usage and preferences. You can disable cookies via your browser, but note that may affect your experience.

6. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We only share your data in these circumstances:

• With trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, shipping partners).
• As legally required for compliance with laws or court orders.
• In the event of M&A activities, only with proper confidentiality assurances.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data. However, no system is 100% failsafe. We encourage strong passwords and personal security practices.

8. User Rights

You may:

• Request access to, correction, or deletion of your personal data.
• Opt out of marketing communications at any time.
  To do so, contact us at karnatakastoreofficial@gmail.com.

9. International Data Transfers

If we transfer data outside India (e.g., for cloud storage or third-party services), we ensure it’s done securely in compliance with applicable laws.

10. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under 18. If you believe a minor has provided us data, please contact us so we can delete it.

11. Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may change. We’ll note the update date at the top when changes are made. You should review this page periodically.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy, reach us at:
Email: karnatakastoreofficial@gmail.com
Address: Karnataka Store, Machenahalli Dariy Cricle, Bhadaravthi(T), Shimoga (D), Karnataka – 577222.