Privacy Policy
We take your privacy seriously. This privacy policy explains how PikaPirateCards collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you buy or sell graded PokΓ©mon cards online.
Information We Collect
Transparency about data collection when you purchase graded cards or use our services
π Personal Information
When you buy graded PokΓ©mon cards or sell authenticated cards, we collect:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
- Payment Information: Credit card details, bank account info (processed securely via encrypted payment gateways)
- Account Data: Username, password, purchase history, seller information
- Communication Data: Messages sent via WhatsApp, email, or contact form
π Automatically Collected Data
Our website automatically collects certain information:
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, links clicked, referral source
- Location Data: General geographic location (country, region, city level)
- Cookies & Tracking: Session cookies for authentication, analytics for site improvement
π³ How We Use Your Information
We use collected data for legitimate purposes:
- Order Processing: To ship graded PokΓ©mon cards, process refunds, and manage transactions
- Account Management: To maintain your account when you buy or sell cards with us
- Communication: To send order updates, shipping notifications, and customer support responses
- Security: To detect fraud, prevent unauthorized access, and protect user data
- Improvement: To analyze website performance and enhance user experience for card buyers
- Legal Compliance: To meet regulatory requirements and tax obligations
π‘οΈ Data Security & Protection
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data:
- Encryption: All payment information is encrypted using SSL/TLS protocols
- Secure Servers: Data stored on secure, password-protected servers
- Limited Access: Only authorized personnel access personal information
- Regular Audits: Security practices reviewed and updated regularly
- No Sharing: We do not sell or share your data with third parties for marketing
π Third-Party Integrations
We use trusted third-party services for specific functions:
- Payment Processing: Secure payment gateways (PCI-DSS compliant)
- Shipping Partners: USPS/UPS for order fulfillment
- Analytics: Google Analytics to understand site usage (anonymized data only)
- Email Services: Automated transactional emails for order updates
These services have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review them.
Your Rights & Data Protection
Your privacy rights and how we comply with international data protection regulations
β Your Privacy Rights
You have rights regarding your personal data when buying or selling graded PokΓ©mon cards:
- Access: Request access to personal data we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data (where legally permissible)
- Portability: Request your data in a portable format
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing
π GDPR & Compliance
PikaPirateCards complies with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and international data protection standards. For detailed information on GDPR rights and our compliance, visit the GDPR official website.
We also follow California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) requirements for California residents.
πͺ Cookies & Tracking
Our website uses cookies for:
- Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality and security
- Analytics Cookies: Understand user behavior and improve experience
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings
You can control cookies via your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
β° Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes listed above:
- Account Data: Retained while account is active, plus 7 years for tax/legal compliance
- Transaction Data: Retained for 7 years per legal and tax requirements
- Communication Data: Retained for customer service and dispute resolution (up to 2 years)
- Analytics Data: Retained for 24 months (anonymized after 14 months)
π Links to Third Parties
Our site contains links to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies when visiting third-party sites. Learn more about FTC privacy and security guidelines.
πΆ Children's Privacy
PikaPirateCards does not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If we discover such data has been collected, we will delete it immediately. Parents or guardians who believe their child's data was collected should contact us immediately.
π Privacy Questions?
Data Protection Officer Contact:
Email: support@pikapiratecards.com
Address: 525 E. 5th Street, Suite 240, Los Angeles, CA 90001
We respond to privacy requests within 30 days. For more about our company, visit our About page.
Policy Changes: We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes via email or prominent notice on our website. Your continued use of PikaPirateCards after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.