Privacy Policy

1. The Data We Collect: A Curated Selection

To provide you with a seamless hunt for the perfect collectible and to process your transactions with confidence, we collect information you provide directly and automatically.

Information You Provide:

• Identity & Contact Data: Name, email address, shipping/billing address, and phone number when you create an account or place an order.
• Transaction Data: Details of the collectibles you purchase, including limited-edition collaborations, action figures, figurines, and plush toys. Please note, we never store your full credit card details. Payment information is processed directly by our secure, PCI-DSS compliant partners.
• Communication Data: Records of your correspondence with our passionate support team (e.g., via [email protected]).
• Preference Data: Your preferences for products like accessories, bags, or phone accessories, if you choose to share them.

Information Collected Automatically:

• Technical & Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages viewed, time spent on site, and the referral URL. This helps us understand how our global community of collectors explores our collection.
• Cookie Data: See Section 6 for detailed information on cookies and tracking technologies.

2. How We Use Your Data: Fueling the Hunt

We use your data with the sole purpose of enhancing your collecting experience and operating our store with precision.

• To Fulfill Your Order: To process payments (via Visa, MasterCard, JCB, or PayPal), ship your treasures from Oklahoma City, and provide order confirmations and updates.
• To Communicate: To send transactional emails, respond to your inquiries, and provide customer support with the same passion we apply to curation.
• To Improve Our Store: To analyze site performance, fix issues, and tailor the browsing experience for enthusiasts of action figures, figurines, and other collectibles.
• For Security: To protect our website, transactions, and community from fraud and unauthorized activity, ensuring a secure environment for all collectors.
• With Your Consent: For any other purpose disclosed at the time you provide your information, with your explicit permission.

3. Data Sharing & Disclosure: Trusted Partners Only

We treat your data like a limited-edition piece—with care and discretion. We only share it under these specific circumstances:

• Payment Processors: With globally recognized, audited partners like PayPal and PCI-DSS compliant gateways to securely process transactions. They handle your payment data under their own privacy policies.
• Shipping Providers: With logistics partners (e.g., postal services, couriers) to deliver your collectibles worldwide (excluding restricted regions).
• Legal Obligations: If required by law, regulation, or legal process, such as to comply with a court order or protect the rights and safety of Strangecat Toys Store, our team, or others.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, sale, or transfer of our assets, where customer information may be part of the transferred assets.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

4. Data Storage & Security: The Collector-Grade Standard

Your peace of mind is paramount. We implement robust security measures designed to protect your data:

• End-to-End Encryption: We use SSL (Secure Socket Layer) technology, the same standard that protects your payment details, to encrypt data in transit. Always look for the padlock icon (🔒) and “https://” in your browser.
• Minimal Data Retention: We store your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.
• Secure Infrastructure: We employ technical and organizational measures to guard against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction of your data.
• International Data: As we serve a global audience, your data may be processed and stored in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

5. Your Rights: You Control Your Collection

You have rights regarding your personal information, which may vary based on your location (e.g., under GDPR, CCPA/CPRA). These may include the right to:

• Access & Portability: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate data.
• Deletion: Request we delete your personal data, subject to certain legal exceptions.
• Opt-Out: Object to or restrict certain processing of your data, including direct marketing.
• Withdraw Consent: Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond in accordance with applicable law.

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies—small data files—to ensure a smooth and personalized browsing experience, much like how we curate our collections for ease of discovery.

Types We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality, such as adding items to your cart and secure checkout.
• Performance/Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how collectors navigate our site (e.g., which menus like “Collaborations” or “Figurine” are popular) to improve performance.
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences (like language or region) to enhance your visit.

You can control cookie settings through your browser. Disabling essential cookies may impact your ability to use key features like purchasing.

7. International Collectors

We ship globally from our home in Oklahoma City. Please note:

• All transactions are processed in US Dollars (USD).
• Your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States, which may have different data protection laws than your country.
• By using our site, you consent to this transfer. We take steps to ensure your data remains protected.

8. Updates to This Policy

The world of collectibles and privacy evolves. We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or the law. The updated version will be posted here with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review it occasionally.