Stonebelt Privacy Policy

Last Updated: [2025-07-17]

Stonebelt Fightwear Inc. (“Stonebelt,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with applicable Canadian and Québec privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and Québec’s Act Respecting the Protection of Personal Information in the Private Sector.

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and share your personal information when you visit our website, make a purchase, or interact with us.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information:

– Identity & Contact Info: Name, billing/shipping address, email, phone number

– Payment Info: Processed securely through Stripe; we do not store full credit card details

– Order History: Products purchased, order date, shipping info

– Website Usage Data: IP address, browser type, and browsing activity (via cookies and analytics tools)

2. How We Collect It

– Through our website (checkout forms, account creation)

– Through cookies and automated tracking (e.g., WooCommerce, Google Analytics)

– When you contact us by email or phone

3. Use of Your Information

We use your personal information to:

– Process and fulfill orders (via WooCommerce and QuickBooks Online)

– Communicate with you about your order or customer service inquiries

– Send occasional promotional emails (only with your consent)

– Improve our website functionality and performance

4. Consent

By using our website and providing your personal information, you consent to its collection and use as described in this policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us.

5. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We only share it with:

– Service providers such as Stripe (payments), QuickBooks Online (accounting), and our hosting provider for order fulfillment

– Government authorities, if required by law or in response to legal requests

6. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary for order processing, accounting, and legal compliance.

7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to:

– Keep track of cart and checkout sessions (WooCommerce)

– Analyze traffic and user interaction (Google Analytics)

You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

8. Data Storage and Security

Data is stored securely on trusted platforms (WordPress/WooCommerce servers, QuickBooks Online, Stripe). We follow industry best practices to protect your information.

9. Your Rights (under Canadian and Québec Law)

You have the right to:

– Access your personal information

– Request correction or deletion of your data

– Withdraw consent or file a complaint regarding misuse

To exercise these rights, contact us at: info@stonebeltfightwear.com

10. Cross-Border Data Transfers

Some data may be processed or stored outside of Canada (e.g., Stripe or QuickBooks Online servers). These providers follow appropriate data protection practices, but foreign jurisdictions may have different privacy laws.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from minors.

12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law or our practices. The latest version will always be posted on our website.

13. SMS Messaging and Communications

If you choose to provide your phone number and opt in to receive SMS messages from Stonebelt Fightwear Inc., we may use SMS to send you:

– Order confirmations and shipping updates
– Customer service notifications
– Occasional promotional or marketing messages (only with your express consent)

By opting in, you consent to receive text messages from us. Message frequency may vary. Standard message and data rates may apply based on your mobile provider. You can opt out of promotional SMS at any time by replying “STOP.” For customer service inquiries via SMS, reply “HELP” or contact us directly at info@stonebelt.ca.

We will never share or sell your phone number or SMS-related data to third parties, except as necessary to facilitate the sending of messages through our service providers.

If you have questions or concerns, please contact us at:

Stonebelt Fightwear Inc.
info@stonebelt.ca