Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 4, 2025

At Smarthato Car Accessories, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit smarthato.com or make a purchase on our website. By using our site, you consent to the practices outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information when you use our website, create an account, place an order, or sign up for our newsletter. This information may include:

  • Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, billing and shipping addresses, payment information, and order history.
  • Non-Personal Identification Information: Browser type, IP address, device information, and browsing behavior on our website.
  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies to improve your shopping experience and analyze trends. Cookies help us remember your preferences and provide personalized content.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

  • Processing Orders: To process and fulfill your orders, send order updates, and communicate with you about your purchases.
  • Customer Service: To respond to your inquiries, provide assistance, and improve our customer support.
  • Marketing: To send promotional emails and special offers based on your preferences. You can opt out of marketing emails at any time.
  • Improving Our Website: To personalize your shopping experience, analyze trends, and enhance the performance of our website.
  • Security and Fraud Prevention: To detect and prevent fraud and to ensure the security of our website and transactions.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us with processing payments, fulfilling orders, and providing customer support.
  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to legal processes, such as a subpoena or court order.
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information. All sensitive data, such as payment details, is encrypted using SSL (Secure Socket Layer) technology to ensure its security during transmission. We also implement physical, electronic, and managerial safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access.

However, please note that no method of data transmission over the internet is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Smarthato Car Accessories uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and provide customized content. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but this may impact your experience on our website.

We may also use third-party analytics services, such as Google Analytics, to track website usage and gather information to improve our services. These services may use cookies and tracking technologies to collect anonymous data about your browsing activities.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access Your Data: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you.
  • Update or Correct Your Information: You can update or correct any inaccurate or incomplete information in your account.
  • Delete Your Data: You can request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal requirements or contractual obligations.
  • Opt-Out of Marketing Communications: You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in the email or by contacting us directly.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@smarthato.com.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not operated or controlled by Smarthato Car Accessories. This Privacy Policy applies only to our website. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete that information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to exercise your rights regarding your personal information, please contact us:

  • Email: info@smarthato.com
  • Phone: (248) 347-0026
  • Address: 21045 Woodland Glen Dr #201, Northville, Michigan

Thank you for choosing Smarthato Car Accessories. Your privacy and security are important to us!