Privacy Policy

At Winchester Store (“we”, “us”, or “our”), operating at www.firearmsgearshop.com, we prioritize the security of your personal data with the same precision we apply to our tactical products. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and disclose information when you use our services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following categories of information to provide and improve our services:

• Personal Identification: Name, shipping/billing address, email, phone number, date of birth (for age verification)
• Payment Information: Credit/debit card details (processed securely via encrypted channels), PayPal email (where applicable)
• Transaction Data: Purchase history, order details, shipping information
• Device & Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs
• Compliance Documentation: For international orders, we may collect export compliance forms or identification as required by ITAR regulations

2. How We Use Your Information

Your data enables us to:

• Process transactions with military-grade 256-bit SSL encryption
• Verify your identity for firearm-related purchases as required by law
• Conduct mandatory fraud screening and compliance checks
• Facilitate international shipping and customs clearance
• Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
• Improve our website functionality and user experience
• Send order confirmations and shipping notifications (marketing communications only with explicit consent)

3. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We maintain strict confidentiality with your information, sharing only when necessary:

• Payment Processors: Secure transmission to Visa, MasterCard, JCB, or PayPal for transaction processing
• Shipping Providers: Limited address and contact details to fulfill orders
• Legal Compliance: When required by law enforcement, court order, or to comply with ITAR export regulations
• Service Providers: Fraud detection services and IT infrastructure providers under strict confidentiality agreements

We never sell your personal data to third-party marketers.

4. Data Storage & Security

We implement tactical-grade security measures:

• All payment data is processed through PCI-DSS compliant systems
• No payment information is stored on our servers after transaction completion
• Encrypted databases protected by enterprise firewalls
• Regular security audits and penetration testing
• Two-factor authentication for administrative access

Data is stored in secure US-based facilities with access restricted to authorized personnel only.

5. Your Rights

As our valued customer, you have the right to:

• Access and receive a copy of your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Delete your account data (subject to legal retention requirements for transactions)
• Object to processing of your personal data
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications
• Lodge a complaint with relevant data protection authorities

To exercise these rights, contact our Tactical Support Team at [email protected].

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use these operational technologies:

• Essential Cookies: Session management and shopping cart functionality
• Security Cookies: Fraud prevention and authentication
• Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics (anonymized data) to improve site performance
• Preference Cookies: Remember language/currency settings

We do not use intrusive tracking for behavioral advertising. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may impact site functionality.

7. International Data Transfers

As a global retailer (excluding certain Asian and remote regions), your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States and other jurisdictions. We ensure all transfers comply with applicable data protection laws through:

• Standard Contractual Clauses
• Data minimization principles
• Additional safeguards for sensitive transaction data

8. Policy Updates

We may update this policy to reflect operational changes. Significant revisions will be notified via email or website notice. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.