Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for Empire Optics 

Last Updated: 1-31-2024 

Welcome to Empire Optics (www.empireoptics.com). We are deeply committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you interact with our website, including any transactions or communications you may have with us. 

Important Information and Who We Are: 

Purpose of This Privacy Policy 

This policy aims to inform you about how Empire Optics collects and processes your personal data through our website, including data provided when purchasing a product or service, creating an account, or subscribing to our publications. 

Controller 

Empire Optics is responsible for your personal data and is referred to as "we", "us", or "our" in this policy. 

Contact Details 

For any questions regarding this policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: 

  • Empire Optics 
  • Info@empireoptics.com 
  • 144 Fairport Village Landing Ste 185 Fairport, NY 14450 
  • +1 (844) -288-5143 

Changes to the Privacy Policy 

We regularly review our privacy policy. Please inform us of any changes to your personal data. 

The Data We Collect About You 

We collect various types of personal data, including: 

  • Identity and Contact Data: Names, usernames, billing and delivery addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers.
  • Financial and Transaction Data: Payment details and information about products and services you've purchased. 
  • Technical and Usage Data: Information about how you use our website, including IP addresses, browser types, and login data. 
  • Marketing and Communications Data: Your preferences in receiving marketing from us and third parties. 

How Is Your Personal Data Collected? 

Your data is collected through: 

  • Direct interactions: When you purchase our products, create an account, or communicate with us. 
  • Automated technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to collect data about your interactions with our website. 

How We Use Your Personal Data 

We use your data in accordance with the law, primarily to fulfill our contract with you, for our legitimate interests, and to comply with legal obligations. 

Sharing Your Personal Data 

  • We take your privacy seriously and do not sell, rent, or trade your information. 
  • Your data is shared only with necessary third parties, such as financial institutions and shipping carriers, for order processing and delivery. 
  • Our operations manager and select staff may access your credit card information for order processing, but this information is removed from our system after seven days. 
  • Credit card details are transmitted through a secure server and are invisible to most of our employees. 

Security Measures 

We employ standard SSL encryption to protect your personal information, especially during online transactions. 

Regarding Cookies 

  • Cookies and similar technologies are used to understand your interests based on online activities. 
  • You have the option to opt out of targeted advertising by visiting specific opt-out pages. 

Note: Opting out does not stop advertisements; it only means they will not be targeted based on your online behavior. 

We appreciate your trust in Empire Optics and are dedicated to protecting your personal data. Please contact us if you have any concerns or questions about this privacy policy.