Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 14 September 2025

At Barknation, your privacy matters. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you use our site.

SECTION 1 – INFORMATION WE COLLECT

  • Name, email, address, phone, and payment info during checkout.

  • IP address, browser, and device details when browsing.

  • Email address for marketing (with consent).

SECTION 2 – CONSENT

  • By completing a transaction, you consent to data use for that purpose.

  • For marketing, we ask directly for consent.

  • You may withdraw consent anytime by emailing barknationshop@gmail.com.

SECTION 3 – DISCLOSURE

We may disclose your information if required by law or if you violate our Terms.

SECTION 4 – SHOPIFY HOSTING

  • Our store is hosted on Shopify.

  • Payment info is encrypted under PCI-DSS compliance.

  • Shopify’s privacy practices apply: Shopify Privacy Policy.

SECTION 5 – THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

  • We use providers (payment, shipping, analytics) who collect only what’s necessary.

  • Your data may be subject to other jurisdictions’ laws when processed abroad.

  • Links to third-party sites are not governed by Barknation’s Privacy Policy.

SECTION 6 – SECURITY

  • We use SSL encryption and AES-256 security measures.

  • While no method is 100% secure, we follow PCI-DSS standards.

SECTION 7 – COOKIES

We use cookies such as:

  • _session_id (session details)

  • _shopify_visit (analytics tracking)

  • cart (stores cart contents)

  • storefront_digest (password protection access)

SECTION 8 – AGE OF CONSENT

By using our site, you confirm you are of the age of majority or have parental consent.

SECTION 9 – POLICY CHANGES

We may update this policy from time to time. Updates are effective immediately once posted.

SECTION 10 – TEXT MARKETING (if applicable)

  • By providing your phone number, you consent to order updates and promotional texts.

  • Message frequency: up to 5/month.

  • You may unsubscribe anytime by replying STOP.

SECTION 11 – YOUR RIGHTS

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access or request deletion of your data

  • Correct inaccuracies

  • Opt out of marketing

  • Request portability of your data

Contact us to exercise these rights.

SECTION 12 – CONTACT INFORMATION

If you wish to access, amend, or delete your data, or have questions, contact:
📧 barknationshop@gmail.com
[Re: Privacy Compliance Officer]