At Andis Shop (“we,” “us,” or “our”), operating at beautyequipsales.com, we are committed to protecting the privacy of professional groomers, salon owners, and all our valued customers worldwide. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or make purchases from us.
1. Information We Collect
We collect several types of information to provide and improve our services to professional grooming businesses:
- Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, shipping/billing address, payment details (processed securely through our PCI-compliant system)
- Business Information: Salon name, business address, tax identification numbers (for bulk orders)
- Transaction Data: Purchase history, product preferences, order details (essential for processing your grooming equipment orders)
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited (to optimize our website for professional users)
- Communication Data: Customer service inquiries, product questions, feedback about grooming tools
2. How We Use Your Information
As a trusted provider of professional grooming equipment, we use your information to:
- Process and fulfill orders for clippers, blades, shampoos, and other grooming supplies
- Provide secure payment processing through our encrypted systems
- Offer personalized product recommendations based on your grooming business needs
- Improve our website functionality for professional users
- Communicate about order status, shipping updates, and product availability
- Send relevant promotions or new product announcements (only with your consent)
- Comply with legal obligations related to international sales
Professional Commitment: We understand the importance of discretion in professional grooming businesses. We never share specific purchase details without your consent.
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share information in these limited circumstances:
- Service Providers: Trusted partners who assist with payment processing (Visa, MasterCard, PayPal), shipping carriers, and IT services – all bound by confidentiality agreements
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights, such as for customs documentation for international shipments
- Business Transfers: In connection with any merger or sale of company assets
We do not sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
4. International Data Transfers
As we serve professional groomers globally (excluding parts of Asia and remote areas), your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where our servers are located. We ensure all transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.
5. Data Security
We implement robust security measures appropriate for an e-commerce site serving professional businesses:
- 256-bit SSL encryption for all transactions
- PCI DSS compliance for payment processing
- Regular security audits of our systems
- Limited employee access to sensitive data
While we strive to protect your information, no electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. We encourage professional users to use strong passwords and monitor their accounts.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data we hold
- Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request erasure of your data under certain conditions
- Restriction: Limit how we use your data
- Objection: Object to certain processing activities
- Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance the experience for professional users:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for secure checkout and account functions
- Performance Cookies: Help us understand how professionals use our site to improve functionality
- Marketing Cookies: Used only with consent to show relevant grooming product offers
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website and products are intended for professional groomers and business purchasers. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 16.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify professional customers of significant changes through our website or email.
10. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices as they relate to professional grooming businesses:
Andis Shop
2571 Pallet Street, New York, US 10004
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (212) 555-7878 (Monday-Friday, 9AM-5PM EST)
