Privacy policy

Introduction

Welcome to BelleThread. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data with care and transparency. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.bellethread.com and make purchases of our products, including Tops, Dresses, Bottoms, Outerwear, Swimwear, and Accessories. Please read this policy carefully. By using our site, you consent to the practices described herein.

Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us and information collected automatically.

Personal Information You Provide:

• Contact and Identity Data: Such as your name, shipping/billing address, and email address when you make a purchase or contact us.
• Transaction and Payment Data: Details of purchases you make, including payment information (processed securely by our third-party payment processors; we do not store full credit card numbers).
• Communication Data: Records of your communications with us, for example, when you contact our customer support at [email protected].

Information Collected Automatically:

• Technical Data: Including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and device information.
• Usage Data: Information about your interactions with our website, such as pages viewed, time spent on site, and products browsed, collected via cookies and similar tracking technologies.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for legitimate business purposes, including:

• To process and fulfill your orders, manage payments, and arrange shipping.
• To communicate with you regarding your orders, provide customer support, and respond to inquiries.
• To improve, personalize, and optimize our website, products, and customer experience.
• To prevent fraud, enhance security, and comply with legal obligations.
• To send you marketing communications (like newsletters or promotional offers) if you have opted in. You can opt-out at any time.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with trusted third parties only as necessary for the following purposes:

• Service Providers: Such as payment processors, shipping carriers, IT and hosting services, and analytics providers, who assist in our operations under strict contractual data protection terms.
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, or governmental requests.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, sale, or acquisition of all or part of our business, where your data may be transferred as a business asset.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure such transfers are governed by appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by relevant authorities, to provide an adequate level of data protection.

Data Security

We implement robust technical and organizational security measures designed to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include encryption (SSL), secure server infrastructure, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law (e.g., for tax, legal, or accounting purposes).

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data, which may include:

• The right to access, correct, or update your data.
• The right to request deletion of your data.
• The right to restrict or object to certain processing.
• The right to data portability.
• The right to withdraw consent for marketing communications.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable laws.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance site functionality and analyze usage. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware of such collection, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated version will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this page regularly.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: