Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy for CosmicBlackCat.com
Last Updated: 09/17/2025
Thank you for shopping at CosmicBlackCat.com ("we", "us", "our"). We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your data when you visit or make a purchase from our Shopify-powered store.
By using our website, you agree to the practices described below.
1. Who We Are
CosmicBlackCat.com is an online store powered by Shopify Inc. Shopify provides us with the eCommerce platform that allows us to sell our products and services to you.
2. Information We Collect
a. Information You Provide
When you use or interact with our site, we may collect:
- Name
- Email address
- Shipping and billing addresses
- Phone number
- Payment information (processed securely via Shopify or third-party gateways like PayPal or Stripe)
- Order details and history
- Account details (if you create one)
b. Automatically Collected Information
When you browse the site, we automatically receive:
- IP address
- Browser and device type
- Time zone
- Pages viewed and time spent on site
- Referring site or URL
- Cookie data
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
- Process and fulfill orders
- Communicate with you (order confirmations, shipping updates, customer support)
- Provide a personalized shopping experience
- Improve our website and services
- Send marketing communications (with your consent)
- Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Shopify's Role
Our store is hosted on Shopify Inc. Your data is stored through Shopify’s secure data storage, databases, and the Shopify application. They store your data on a secure server behind a firewall.
Payment information:
If you choose a direct payment gateway to complete your purchase, Shopify stores your credit card data (encrypted to PCI-DSS standards). Payment data is only used to complete your transaction and is not retained after.
To learn more, see Shopify’s privacy policy:
👉 https://www.shopify.com/legal/privacy
5. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:
- Shopify, to operate our online store
- Payment processors (e.g., Shopify Payments, PayPal, Stripe)
- Shipping providers (e.g., USPS, FedEx, DHL)
- Marketing and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel)
- Law enforcement, when legally required
All third parties are required to maintain the confidentiality and security of your information.
6. Marketing Emails and SMS
If you opt-in to receive marketing, we may send you emails or SMS messages about:
- New product launches
- Sales and discounts
- Store updates
You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in the email or by contacting us.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location (e.g., EU, UK, California), you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion
- Withdraw consent for marketing
- Request data portability
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [support@cosmicblackcat.com].
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Keep your cart saved
- Analyze site traffic and usage
- Personalize content and offers
- Serve retargeting ads
You can manage cookies through your browser settings. For a full list of cookies used by Shopify, visit:
👉 https://www.shopify.com/legal/cookies
9. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
You may request account deletion or data removal at any time by contacting us.
10. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If we discover we have collected personal information from a child, we will delete it immediately.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our practices or for legal reasons. Updates will be posted on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.
12. Contact Us
For any questions or concerns about this policy or your personal information, contact us at:
📧 Email: info@cosmicblackcat.com
📍 Mailing Address: 21 Minerva St, Derby, CT 06418