LightingForestShop  Privacy Policy

1. Overview

At LightingForestShop (referred to as “we,” “us,” or “our”), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains how https://lightingforestshop.com/ collects, uses, shares, and processes your data when you visit our website or use our services.

2. Collection and Use of Personal Data

Personal data refers to information that can directly or indirectly identify you.
It also includes anonymous information linked to data that could identify you.
However, it does not include data that has been permanently anonymized or aggregated so it can no longer identify you.

We collect and process your personal data in accordance with principles of legality, fairness, transparency, and data minimization.

3. Promoting Safety and Security

We use personal data to help verify accounts, detect fraudulent activity, and ensure the safety of our website and services.
This includes monitoring and investigating potentially illegal activity or violations of our terms and policies.
Such data processing is based on our legitimate interest in maintaining a secure and trustworthy environment for our customers.

4. Types of Personal Data We Collect

Data You Provide

We collect data when you interact with us — such as when you create an account, contact customer support, or make a purchase.
This includes your name, email address, shipping and billing details, payment information (credit/debit card numbers and related details), and order history.

Data from Your Device

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain data such as your device type, IP address, browser type, operating system, and usage information.
We may also use technologies like GPS or IP geolocation to determine your approximate location, helping us improve your browsing experience.

5. How We Use Your Personal Data

We use your data to:

• Provide, improve, and develop our products and services

• Process your transactions and communicate with you

• Send you marketing updates (with your consent)

• Ensure the safety and security of our users and systems

We may also use personal data for research, analysis, and quality improvement.
If you participate in promotions or surveys, your information may be used to administer those programs.

You can withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time by contacting us at service@lightingforestshop.com.

6. Definition and Use of Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your browser or device to collect information.
We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Personalize your shopping experience

• Analyze site performance

• Offer relevant advertisements

• Improve security and functionality

You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings, but doing so may affect your browsing experience.

7. Disclosure of Personal Data

We may share your data with trusted third-party partners who help us:

• Deliver orders

• Process payments

• Provide marketing or analytics services

We never sell or rent your personal information.
We share data only as necessary to provide or improve our services, and only with your prior consent where required.

8. Data Storage, Transfer, and Processing

Your information may be stored or processed outside your country of residence, including in China and other jurisdictions.
In such cases, we ensure that your data receives the same level of protection as required under applicable data protection laws, such as the EU GDPR.

We may disclose personal data:

• To comply with legal obligations

• To enforce our terms and conditions

• In response to valid legal requests from public authorities

• To protect our rights, users, or property

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or business transfer, your data may be transferred to the relevant third party.

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal data

• Restrict or object to further processing

• Request a copy of your data in a structured format

• File a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise these rights, please contact us at service@lightingforestshop.com.
We will respond within 30 days and may request verification of your identity before processing your request.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites before using them.

11. Data Security and Retention

We use appropriate technical and administrative measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Your data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.

12. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 18 years old.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
If we become aware that we have collected data from a minor without parental consent, we will delete it immediately.
Parents or guardians may contact us to request removal of a minor’s information.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.
Any updates will be posted on this page with the revised date.
By continuing to use our website after such updates, you acknowledge and accept the new Privacy Policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Email: service@lightingforestshop.com
Business Hours: EST 8:00 PM – 7:00 AM (Monday – Friday)
Website: https://lightingforestshop.com/