Privacy policy

Effective Date: May 8, 2025

This Privacy Policy outlines how Buffin Bar (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you access or use our website http://buffinbar.com.tr (the “Site”) or interact with any of our products or services (collectively, the “Services”). It applies to all users, including those located outside the United States.

By using the Site or Services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Site or Services.

1. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may periodically update this policy to reflect changes in our business, legal obligations, or best practices. When changes are made, we will update the “Last Updated” date and notify users where required by law.

2. Information We Collect

A. Personal Information You Provide

We collect personal information directly from you, including:

  • Contact details (e.g., name, phone number, email, mailing address)

  • Order and payment information

  • Account credentials (username, password, security questions)

  • Communications and customer support messages

You may choose not to provide certain information, but doing so may limit your access to some Services.

B. Information Collected Automatically

We automatically collect certain data when you use the Site, including:

  • Device type, IP address, browser type

  • Usage activity and preferences

  • Geolocation (approximate)

This information helps us enhance your experience and protect the integrity of our Services.

C. Information from Third Parties

We may collect personal data from service providers and third-party platforms, such as:

  • Shopify (e-commerce and hosting)

  • Payment processors (for secure transactions)

  • Analytics and marketing tools (e.g., cookies and web beacons)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data to:

  • Process and fulfill orders

  • Communicate order updates and respond to inquiries

  • Improve our website and customer experience

  • Provide marketing communications (only where permitted)

  • Detect fraud and ensure security

  • Comply with legal obligations

4. International Data Transfers

As a U.S.-based business, your personal information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other jurisdictions outside your country of residence. These regions may not have equivalent data protection laws.

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom (UK), or Switzerland, we rely on Standard Contractual Clauses or other approved mechanisms for lawful international data transfers. By using our Services, you consent to these transfers.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to personalize your experience and analyze traffic. You can manage your preferences via your browser or visit https://www.shopify.com/legal/cookies for details on how Shopify uses cookies.

We honor Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals where applicable. Other “Do Not Track” signals are not recognized.

6. Sharing of Personal Information

We may share your data with:

  • Vendors performing services on our behalf (e.g., shipping, analytics, payments)

  • Business and marketing partners

  • Affiliates within our corporate group

  • Government authorities if legally required

  • Third parties in connection with a business transfer

We do not sell or share sensitive personal data without your explicit consent.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights under applicable laws, including:

Right Description
Access Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
Rectification Correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information
Erasure Request deletion of your personal information
Restriction of Processing Limit how we use your data
Data Portability Receive your data in a portable format
Withdraw Consent Revoke your consent at any time where applicable
Object to Processing Object to data processing for specific reasons
Lodge a Complaint Contact your local data protection authority if unsatisfied with our response

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at liana@myhummusfit.com. We may require identity verification before responding to your request.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary:

  • To fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy

  • To comply with legal obligations

  • To resolve disputes or enforce agreements

9. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission is 100% secure. Please use caution when transmitting personal data online.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe a child has provided personal data to us, please contact us so we can delete it.

11. Third-Party Websites

Our Site may include links to third-party platforms. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before sharing personal information.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, you may contact us at:

Email: liana@myhummusfit.com
Mailing Address:
Buffin Bar
200 Ronkonkoma Ave
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
United States