Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 1, 2024

At Time Past Antiques Shop, we are committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our restoration services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Request a consultation or quote for restoration services
  • Contact us through our website forms or email
  • Schedule an appointment or visit our workshop
  • Engage our restoration services
  • Subscribe to our newsletter or communications

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and details about your antique pieces and restoration needs.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns, including:

  • IP address and browser type
  • Operating system and device information
  • Pages visited and time spent on our website
  • Referring website and search terms used
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To provide and improve our restoration services
  • To communicate with you about your projects and appointments
  • To send you quotes, estimates, and service updates
  • To process payments and maintain business records
  • To respond to your inquiries and customer service requests
  • To send you marketing communications (with your consent)
  • To improve our website and user experience
  • To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our business, such as payment processors, shipping companies, or IT service providers
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
  • Business Protection: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our customers or others
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of business assets

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
  • Provide personalized content and advertisements
  • Improve website functionality and performance

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may affect some website functionality.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure servers, access controls, and regular security assessments. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot provide absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Customer service records and restoration project documentation may be retained for up to seven years for business and legal purposes.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
  • Portability: Request a copy of your information in a portable format
  • Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
  • Restriction: Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Time Past Antiques Shop

2633 Birchwood Ave

Bellingham, WA 98225

Phone: (360) 676-1390

Email: emelywhite@antiqueresto.com