Who We Are
Welcome to Dear Stranger Wear! Our website address is http://dearstranger-wear.com.
For any privacy-related concerns, please contact us at hello@dearstranger-wear.com.
What Personal Data We Collect and Why
Comments
When visitors leave comments on the site, we collect the data shown in the comments form, as well as the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help with spam detection.
- An anonymized string (hash) created from your email address may be provided to the Gravatar service to check if you are using it.
- The Gravatar service privacy policy is available here: https://automattic.com/privacy/.
- Once approved, your comment and profile picture will be publicly visible.
Media
If you upload images to the website, avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS), as visitors can download and extract this data.
Cookies
To enhance your experience, we use cookies in the following ways:
- Comments: If you leave a comment, you may opt-in to saving your name, email, and website in cookies for convenience. These cookies will last for one year.
- Account & Login: When you log in, we set cookies to save your login details and screen preferences. Login cookies last two days, while screen option cookies last a year. If you select “Remember Me,” your login persists for two weeks.
- Editing or Publishing: A cookie is saved when you edit or publish an article. It expires after one day.
You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent.
Embedded Content from Other Websites
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images, articles).
- Embedded content from other websites behaves as if you visited those sites directly.
- These sites may collect data, use cookies, or track your interaction with the embedded content.
- We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites.
Newsletter Subscription
When you sign up for our newsletter, we collect your email address to send you updates, promotions, and valuable content. Our newsletter is managed through Kit.
- You can unsubscribe at any time using the “Unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email.
- Your email is never shared or sold to third parties for marketing purposes.
- We may track email engagement (e.g., opens, clicks) to improve our content.
Payment Information
All payments on our website are processed securely through Stripe, a trusted payment gateway.
- We do not store or process payment details directly.
- Stripe handles all transactions and ensures encryption and security compliance.
- You can view Stripe’s privacy policy here: https://stripe.com/privacy.
Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell your data. However, your data may be shared with:
- Service Providers: For payment processing, email marketing, and website analytics.
- Legal Compliance: If required by law or to protect our rights.
How Long We Retain Your Data
- Comments: Retained indefinitely for follow-up purposes.
- User Accounts: If you register, your personal info is stored in your profile and can be viewed, edited, or deleted anytime (except your username).
- Newsletter Data: Stored until you unsubscribe.
What Rights You Have Over Your Data
You have the right to:
- Request an export of your personal data.
- Request deletion of your data (excluding legal/administrative requirements).
- Withdraw consent for data collection.
To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@dearstranger-wear.com.
Where Your Data Is Sent
- Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.
- Data may be processed outside your country, but we take steps to ensure protection.
Third-Party Links & Amazon Sales
Our website may contain links to third-party websites such as Amazon. If you purchase a product through an Amazon link, your transaction will be handled directly by Amazon, and their privacy policy applies. We are not responsible for how third-party sites handle your data. Please review their privacy policies before making a purchase.
Security Measures
We take security seriously and implement:
- SSL Encryption to protect data during transmission.
- Data Anonymization when possible.
- Strict Access Controls (only authorized personnel can access your data).
Updates to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time.
Changes will be posted here. If significant updates occur, we may notify you via email.
📅 Last Updated: 22/02/2025
Contact Information
For any privacy concerns, reach out to us:
📧 Email: hello@dearstranger-wear.com
🌐 Website: http://dearstranger-wear.com