Privacy policy

At Cigar Parlor, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal data you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or purchase our products.

1. Information We Collect

To provide you with the best experience and to comply with federal and state laws, we collect the following types of information:

  • Identity Data: Name, date of birth (for age verification), and gender.

  • Contact Data: Billing address, shipping address, email address, and phone number.

  • Financial Data: Payment card details (processed securely via our third-party payment gateway; we do not store your full card number).

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and usage data collected via cookies to improve site performance.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data for the following purposes:

  • Age Verification: To ensure all customers are 21 years of age or older, as required by law.

  • Order Fulfillment: To process payments, ship your cigars, and provide tracking updates.

  • Customer Support: To respond to your inquiries or return requests.

  • Marketing (Optional): To send you newsletters or special offers if you have opted-in. You can unsubscribe at any time.

3. Age Verification & Third Parties

Because we sell tobacco, we use third-party services (such as [Insert Service Name, e.g., AgeChecker.net or BlueCheck]) to verify your identity and age.

  • This process may involve checking your information against public records.

  • In some cases, you may be asked to upload a photo of your government-issued ID. This data is used solely for verification and is handled according to strict security protocols.

4. Data Sharing & Security

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. We only share data with trusted partners necessary to run our business:

  • Payment Processors: To securely handle your transactions.

  • Shipping Carriers: (UPS/FedEx/USPS) To deliver your order.

  • Compliance Authorities: If required by law, we may disclose information to government or law enforcement agencies.

We implement high-level encryption (SSL) and security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

5. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies to remember your cart items and analyze site traffic. You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features of the site may not function properly as a result.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location (such as California or the EU), you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you.

  • Request the correction or deletion of your data.

  • Opt-out of marketing communications.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal and regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”

Contact Information

If you have any questions about our privacy practices, please contact us:

[Business Name] Email: INFO@CIGARPARLOR.COM