A Trustworthy Privacy Policy

At The Irish Jewelry Company, your privacy is our priority. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share your personal information when you visit our website (https://www.theirishjewelrycompany.com), make a purchase, or interact with us. We’re committed to safeguarding your data and complying with applicable laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide you with the best shopping experience:

  • Personal Details: Name, email, phone number, billing/shipping address (when you order or contact us).
  • Payment Info: Credit card or payment details (processed securely via third-party providers; we don’t store this directly).
  • Website Usage: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent (via cookies and analytics tools).
  • Preferences: Wishlist items, account details, or marketing opt-ins (if you choose to share).

2. How We Collect Information

  • Directly from You: When you place an order, sign up for our newsletter, or submit a support ticket.
  • Automatically: Through cookies, pixels, and tracking technologies when you browse our site.
  • From Third Parties: From shipping carriers (e.g., UPS) or payment processors (e.g., PayPal) to fulfill your order.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

  • Process and ship your orders.
  • Communicate order updates or respond to inquiries.
  • Improve our website and services (e.g., analyzing site usage).
  • Send marketing emails or promotions (only with your consent; unsubscribe anytime).
  • Comply with legal obligations (e.g., tax records).

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

  • What Are Cookies? Small files stored on your device to enhance site functionality (e.g., remembering your cart).
  • Types Used:
    • Essential: For site operation (e.g., checkout).
    • Analytics: To track site performance (e.g., Google Analytics).
    • Marketing: For personalized ads (optional, with consent).
  • Manage Preferences: Adjust settings via our cookie banner or browser settings. Disabling may affect site features.

5. Who We Share Your Information With

We share data only as needed:

  • Service Providers: Shipping carriers (e.g., UPS, USPS), payment processors (e.g., PayPal), and IT support (e.g., hosting services).
  • Legal Requirements: If required by law, such as for tax compliance or fraud prevention.
  • No Selling: We do not sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

6. How We Protect Your Information

  • Security Measures: SSL encryption for data transmission, secure servers, and restricted access to your info.
  • Retention: We keep your data only as long as needed (e.g., order records for 7 years for tax purposes; marketing data until you opt out).
  • Breach Response: If a data breach occurs, we’ll notify affected users within 72 hours, per GDPR guidelines.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your data.
  • Correct: Update inaccurate info.
  • Delete: Ask us to erase your data (unless legally required to keep it).
  • Opt-Out: Stop marketing emails or tracking (via unsubscribe links or cookie settings).
  • Portability: Receive your data in a transferable format (GDPR-specific).
  • Do Not Sell (CCPA): We don’t sell data, but you can opt out of sharing if applicable.

To exercise these rights, email [email protected] with your request. We’ll respond within 30 days (or 72 hours for urgent GDPR matters).

8. International Data Transfers

  • Based in the U.S., we may transfer data internationally (e.g., to EU servers for hosting). We use Standard Contractual Clauses to ensure GDPR compliance for EU residents.

9. Children’s Privacy

  • Our site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. Contact us if you believe we have such data.

10. Changes to This Policy

  • We may update this policy to reflect legal or operational changes. Check this page periodically. Significant updates will be emailed to registered users.

11. Contact Us

Questions or concerns? Reach us at:

Last Updated: March 18, 2025