PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: January 1, 2026
 
At Taft Candle Co., your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website (taftcandleco.com) or make a purchase. By using our site, you agree to the practices outlined below.
 
1. Information We Collect
When you visit or use our website, we may collect the following information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, billing/shipping address, phone number, and payment details when placing an order

• Order Information: Products purchased, quantity, and order history

• Website Usage: Cookies, IP addresses, and browsing activity to improve website functionality and user experience
   

2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:

• Process and fulfill orders

• Communicate order updates, promotions, or customer service inquiries

• Improve our website and services

• Prevent fraud and ensure secure transactions
   

We will never sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
 
3. Payment Security
All payment information is handled securely through our trusted payment processors. Taft Candle Co. does not store sensitive payment information on our servers.
 
4. Cookies & Tracking
We may use cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our site, including:

• Remembering login and shopping cart details

• Analyzing website traffic and performance

• Personalizing content and marketing
   

You can choose to disable cookies in your browser, but some features of the website may not function properly.
 
5. Sharing Your Information
We do not share your personal information with third parties, except as required to:

• Process payments through our secure payment partners

• Ship orders to you via third-party carriers

• Comply with legal obligations or protect our rights
   

6. Data Retention
We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill your orders, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal information

• Opt out of marketing emails

• Restrict the processing of your information
   

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at taftcandleco@gmail.com.

8. Security
We take appropriate measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. Taft Candle Co. is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on our website with a revised “Effective Date.”

11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used, please contact us:
Taft Candle Co.
taftcandleco@gmail.com
taftcandleco.com