Effective Date [08/07/2025]

At Philu Martins Style Design Studio, accessible from www.philumartins.com, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or make a purchase from us.

1. Information We Collect
We collect the following personal information from you:- Name- Email address- Phone number- Billing and shipping address- Payment information (processed securely via HDFC Smart Gateway)
This data is collected when you:- Fill out a contact form- Sign up for an account- Make a purchase during checkout
We do not collect sensitive personal data such as Aadhaar, gender, or health information.

2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:- Process and fulfill your orders- Communicate with you about your purchases- Respond to your queries- Comply with legal obligations. We do not use your data for marketing or promotional messages unless you explicitly opt in.

3. Sharing of Your Information
We share your personal data only as necessary, including with:- Payment gateway provider: HDFC Smart Gateway (for secure transactions)- Shipping and logistics partners: to deliver your orders
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to any third parties.

4. Data Storage and Security
Your personal information is stored on secure servers hosted by Hostinger. We take reasonable steps to protect your information from unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or disclosure. Order history and account data are stored securely on our website and can be accessed or deleted upon your request.

5. Your Rights
You have the right to:- Access the data we hold about you- Request corrections to inaccurate information- Request deletion of your data (unless required by law to retain) You can contact us at philumartinss@gmail.com to exercise any of these rights.

6. Guest Checkout and Account Registration
You may complete purchases using guest checkout; creating an account is not mandatory.

7. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

8. Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated “Effective Date.”

9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Philu Martins Style Design Studio,Shop no-281/131,PDA Colony,Ward 3

Email: philumartinss@gmail.com
Location: Goa, India