Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 27, 2025

At The Bookish Shirt ("The Bookish Shirt", "the Company"), under the leadership of Anna Gilmore – CEO, the Company values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how The Bookish Shirt collects, uses, and discloses your personal data when you visit thebookishshirt.com (the "Site") or engage with its services (the "Services"). By using the Services, you agree to the collection and use of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Changes to This Privacy Policy

The Bookish Shirt may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in business practices, legal requirements, or operational needs. Any updates will be posted on the Site with the revised “Last Updated” date. The Company encourages all users to review this policy regularly.

2. Information the Company Collects

A. Information You Provide to The Bookish Shirt

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and billing/shipping address.
  • Order Information: Purchase history, transaction confirmations, and order details.
  • Account Information: Username, password, and user preferences (if applicable).
  • Customer Support Information: Any personal information shared during support requests or inquiries.

B. Information Collected Automatically

The Bookish Shirt automatically collects the following data when you interact with the Site:

  • Usage Data: Including IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited.
  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Cookies are used to enhance user experience, monitor performance, and support marketing efforts. Users can manage cookie preferences through their browser settings.

C. Information from Third Parties

The Bookish Shirt may receive data from:

  • Payment Processors: For validating transactions and fraud prevention.
  • Third-party Service Providers: For order fulfillment, shipping, and marketing activities.

3. How The Bookish Shirt Uses Your Information

A. To Provide and Improve Services

  • Process orders and handle payments and shipping.
  • Provide customer service and address inquiries.
  • Enhance and personalize user experience.

B. For Marketing and Promotions

  • Send newsletters, product updates, and promotional offers (with user consent).
  • Provide relevant advertising based on user interests.

C. For Security and Fraud Prevention

  • Monitor for fraudulent activity and ensure secure transactions.
  • Protect the Site and its users.

D. To Meet Legal Obligations

  • Comply with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Enforce internal policies and terms of use.

4. How The Bookish Shirt Shares Your Information

The Bookish Shirt does not sell personal data. However, the Company may share information with:

  • Trusted Service Providers: Including payment gateways, shipping services, and customer support vendors.
  • Marketing Partners: To deliver targeted campaigns (only with prior consent, where required).
  • Legal Authorities: When legally required to do so.

5. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access: Request details about your personal data.
  • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information.
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your data.
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications.
  • Data Portability: Receive a copy of your personal data.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact support@thebookishshirt.com.

6. Data Security & Retention

The Bookish Shirt employs reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect your information. While no method of internet transmission is entirely secure, the Company strives to maintain industry-standard protections. Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for business or legal purposes.

7. Third-Party Links & Services

The Site may contain links to third-party websites. The Bookish Shirt is not responsible for the privacy policies or practices of these external sites.

8. Children’s Privacy

The Services are not intended for users under the age of 13. The Bookish Shirt does not knowingly collect personal information from minors. Any such data discovered will be promptly deleted.

9. International Users

For users accessing the Site from outside the United States, please note that your data may be transferred to and processed in the U.S. The Bookish Shirt ensures appropriate data protection measures are in place for such transfers.

10. Contact Information

For privacy-related inquiries, please contact:
Email: support@thebookishshirt.com
Business Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST