privacy policy
last updated: march 17, 2026
yaaqee studio operates this store and website, including all related information, content, tools, products, and services, in order to provide you with a curated shopping experience (the “services”). yaaqee studio uses shopify to power the store and enable these services.
this privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and share your personal information when you visit the site, make a purchase, interact with our services, or otherwise communicate with us. if there is any conflict between our terms of service and this privacy policy, this privacy policy will apply in relation to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information.
please read this privacy policy carefully. by accessing or using the services, you confirm that you have read and understood how your information is collected and used as described below.
personal information we collect or process
when we refer to “personal information,” we mean information that identifies you or could reasonably be linked to you as an individual. this does not include anonymous or de-identified information.
depending on how you interact with our services, we may collect the following types of personal information:
contact details
including your name, billing address, shipping address, phone number, and email address.
financial information
including payment card information, transaction details, payment confirmations, and billing records required to process purchases.
account information
including login credentials, account preferences, and saved settings if you create an account with us.
transaction information
including products you view, add to cart, save to a wishlist, purchase, exchange, or return, as well as your past purchase history.
communications
including messages, emails, or inquiries you send to us through customer support or other communication channels.
device information
including information about your device, browser type, IP address, and network connection used to access the services.
usage information
including how you interact with the website, such as pages viewed, links clicked, and navigation behavior within the services.
sources of personal information
we may collect personal information from several sources, including:
directly from you
when you create an account, make a purchase, contact us, or otherwise submit information through the services.
automatically through the website
through cookies and similar technologies that collect data about how you use the services.
from service providers
including companies that help operate our website, process payments, manage shipping, analyze data, or provide technical support.
from partners or third parties
including marketing partners or social media integrations that help deliver advertising or services.
how we use your personal information
depending on how you interact with the services, we may use your personal information for the following purposes:
providing and improving our services
to process orders, accept payments, manage accounts, arrange shipping, facilitate returns or exchanges, and provide a smooth shopping experience.
customizing your experience
to remember preferences, suggest products you may be interested in, and improve the functionality of the services.
marketing and communication
to send newsletters, updates, or promotional messages about yaaqee studio products and services. you may opt out at any time.
security and fraud prevention
to verify accounts, process payments securely, detect suspicious activity, and protect the services.
customer support
to respond to inquiries, assist with orders, and maintain communication with customers.
legal obligations
to comply with applicable laws, respond to legal requests, and enforce our policies.
how we disclose personal information
in certain situations, we may share your personal information with trusted third parties when necessary to operate the services.
these may include:
shopify and service providers
including payment processors, website hosting providers, shipping carriers, analytics providers, and technical support partners.
marketing partners
who help deliver advertisements and promotional content based on your interactions with the website.
third parties at your request
such as shipping carriers used to deliver your orders.
affiliates or business partners
within our operational network.
legal obligations or business transfers
such as responding to legal requests, protecting rights, or during a business transaction like a merger or restructuring.
relationship with shopify
our store is hosted by shopify. shopify collects and processes certain personal information in order to operate and improve the platform.
information submitted through our store may be shared with shopify and other service providers located in different countries.
shopify may also use certain information to provide fraud prevention, analytics, and advertising services.
to learn more about how shopify handles personal data, you can review their privacy policy:
third-party websites and links
our services may contain links to third-party websites or platforms. we are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
if you choose to visit third-party websites, we recommend reviewing their privacy policies and terms.
children’s data
our services are not intended for children. we do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of majority in their jurisdiction.
if a parent or guardian believes that a child has provided us with personal information, they may contact us to request deletion of that information.
security and retention of information
we take reasonable steps to protect personal information, but no security system can guarantee complete protection.
we retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill orders, maintain accounts, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, or enforce our agreements.
your rights and choices
depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:
right to access
request access to personal information we hold about you.
right to delete
request that we delete personal information associated with you.
right to correct
request corrections to inaccurate information.
right to data portability
request a copy of your personal data in a portable format.
right to opt out of certain data uses
including targeted advertising where permitted by law.
you may also unsubscribe from promotional emails at any time through the unsubscribe link included in those emails.
to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the contact information below.
california privacy rights (ccpa / cpra)
if you are a california resident, you have certain rights under the california consumer privacy act (ccpa) and california privacy rights act (cpra).
these rights may include:
the right to know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, or sell.
the right to request deletion of personal information we have collected from you.
the right to request correction of inaccurate personal information.
the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information for targeted advertising.
the right to limit the use of certain sensitive personal information.
the right to not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights.
to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the contact information below. we may need to verify your identity before processing requests as required by law.
complaints
if you have concerns about how your personal information is handled, you may contact us directly. depending on your location, you may also have the right to submit a complaint to your local data protection authority.
international transfers
your personal information may be transferred to, stored, or processed in countries outside your place of residence.
where required by law, we rely on appropriate legal safeguards to ensure your data remains protected.
changes to this privacy policy
we may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.
any updates will be posted on this page with an updated “last updated” date.
continued use of the services after updates indicates acceptance of the revised policy.
contact
if you have any questions about this privacy policy or wish to exercise your rights, you can contact us at:
yaaqee studio llc
info@yaaqeestudio.com
for the purposes of applicable data protection laws, yaaqee studio acts as the data controller of your personal information.
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