Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2025
Your privacy is important to us. This privacy policy explains how Qotore collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our website and services.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information
When you place an order or contact us, we may collect the following personal information:
- Full name
- Phone number
- Email address (if provided)
- Delivery address
- City and region information
- Order preferences and special instructions
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on our website
- Language preferences
- Device information
1.3 Cookies and Local Storage
We use cookies and local storage to enhance your browsing experience:
- Shopping cart contents
- Language preferences
- Website preferences and settings
- Analytics data to improve our services
2. How We Use Your Information
2.1 Order Processing
We use your personal information to:
- Process and fulfill your orders
- Communicate with you about your orders
- Arrange delivery to your specified address
- Provide customer support
2.2 Service Improvement
We may use aggregated, non-personal information to:
- Analyze website usage patterns
- Improve our website functionality
- Develop new features and services
- Understand customer preferences
2.3 Communication
With your consent, we may use your contact information to:
- Send order confirmations and updates
- Notify you about new products or promotions
- Respond to your inquiries
- Provide customer service
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
3.1 No Sale of Personal Information
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
3.2 Service Providers
We may share your information with trusted service providers who assist us in:
- Delivery services (only delivery-related information)
- Payment processing (if applicable)
- Website hosting and maintenance
- Customer support services
3.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or to:
- Comply with legal process
- Protect our rights and property
- Ensure user safety
- Investigate potential violations of our terms
4. Data Security
4.1 Security Measures
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:
- Secure data transmission (SSL encryption)
- Access controls and authentication
- Regular security assessments
- Employee training on data protection
4.2 Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to:
- Fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce our agreements
5. Your Rights and Choices
5.1 Access and Update
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Request corrections to inaccurate data
- Update your contact preferences
- Request deletion of your data (subject to legal requirements)
5.2 Communication Preferences
You can opt out of promotional communications at any time by:
- Contacting us directly
- Following unsubscribe instructions in emails
- Updating your preferences on our website
5.3 Cookie Management
You can control cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect website functionality.
6. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
7. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than Oman. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in such transfers.
8. Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites (such as social media platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on our website with an updated "Last updated" date.
10. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- WhatsApp: +968 1234 5678
- Instagram: @qotore
- Website: qotore.com
We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe.
Data Protection Officer
For specific data protection inquiries or to exercise your rights under this policy, you may contact our Data Protection Officer through any of the contact methods listed above.