Privacy Policy

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Welcome to Toy World Shop (“we,” “us,” or “our”) at whimsytoyworld.com. We are committed to protecting the privacy of our collectors and visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or purchase our collectible items.

1. Information We Collect

As a collector-focused e-commerce site, we collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: When you make a purchase, we collect your name, email address, shipping address, payment information (processed securely through our payment gateways), and phone number (optional for shipping updates).
• Account Information: If you create an account, we store your username, password (encrypted), and purchase history to enhance your collecting experience.
• Browsing Data: We collect information about your interactions with our website, including pages visited, items viewed, and search queries to help us improve our selection of rare Funko Pops and collectibles.
• Device Information: We may collect information about the device you use to access our site, including IP address, browser type, and operating system for security and optimization purposes.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to provide and improve our services to the collecting community:

• Process your orders for rare and exclusive collectibles
• Provide customer support for your collecting needs
• Send order confirmations and shipping updates
• Personalize your experience by suggesting collectibles that match your interests
• Improve our website and product offerings for collectors worldwide
• Prevent fraud and enhance security for valuable transactions
• Send marketing communications (only with your consent) about new arrivals, rare finds, and exclusive drops

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in limited circumstances:

• Payment Processors: We share necessary payment information with trusted partners like Visa, MasterCard, JCB, and PayPal to complete your transactions securely.
• Shipping Providers: We share your shipping information with carriers like USPS, FedEx, or DHL to deliver your collectibles.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and the safety of our collecting community.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition, collector information may be transferred as part of the business assets.

4. International Data Transfers

As we serve collectors worldwide (except select regions in Asia and some remote areas), your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure all data transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards.

5. Data Storage and Security

We take the security of your collectible transactions as seriously as we take the condition of our rare items:

• All transactions are protected with 256-bit SSL encryption
• We never store your full payment details on our servers
• Our payment processing meets strict PCI compliance standards
• We implement advanced fraud prevention systems
• Regular security audits are conducted to protect our collectors’ data

6. Your Rights as a Collector

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information in your account
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal requirements
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing your data in certain circumstances

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality and secure checkout
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand how collectors use our site to improve our offerings
• Marketing Cookies: Used with your consent to show relevant collectible recommendations

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect your shopping experience.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with information, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify collectors of significant changes through our website or email.

10. Contact Us

For any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact our Collector Support Team:

Toy World Shop
2324 Pearcy Avenue, MIAMI, US 79059
Email: [email protected]