Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

PaAro Clothing  LLP (“PaAro”, “Company”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) operates this e-commerce website hosted on the Shopify platform.

We are committed to protecting your personal data and handling it in accordance with applicable laws, including the *Information Technology Act, 2000, applicable rules thereunder, and the **Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (India)* (“DPDP Act”).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, process, disclose, and safeguard your personal data when you visit or make a purchase from our website.

By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Definitions

For the purposes of this Policy:

* *“Personal Data”* means any information that identifies or relates to an identifiable individual.

* *“Processing”* includes collection, recording, storage, use, sharing, or deletion of personal data.

* *“Data Principal”* refers to the individual whose personal data is processed.

* *“Shopify”* refers to Shopify Inc. and its affiliates providing the e-commerce platform.

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 3. Personal Data We Collect 

3.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you use our website, we may collect: 

* Name

* Email address

* Mobile number

* Billing and shipping address

* Account login credentials

* Order details and purchase history

* Customer support communications

* Marketing preferences (email/WhatsApp opt-ins)

 3.2 Payment Information

Payments on our website are processed through secure third-party payment gateways integrated with Shopify.

*Important:*

* PaAro does *not store full credit/debit card numbers*.

* Payment data is encrypted and handled by PCI-DSS compliant providers.

3.3 Automatically Collected Information

When you browse our site, we and Shopify automatically collect: 

* IP address

* Device and browser information

* Time zone

* Cookies and tracking data

* Pages viewed and interaction data

* Referring URLs 

3.4 Shopify Platform Data 

Our store is hosted on Shopify Inc., which collects and processes data necessary to operate the platform, including analytics and security logs. 

You can review Shopify’s privacy practices at:

[https://www.shopify.com/legal/privacy](https://www.shopify.com/legal/privacy)

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4. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

* Your consent

* Performance of a contract (order fulfillment)

* Compliance with legal obligations

* Legitimate business interests (fraud prevention, website improvement)

Where consent is required, you may withdraw it at any time.

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5. How We Use Your Personal Data

We use your data to:

* Process and deliver orders

* Provide customer support

* Manage returns, refunds, and exchanges

* Send transactional communications

* Improve website functionality

* Prevent fraud and unauthorized transactions

* Comply with legal and tax requirements

* Send marketing communications (only with opt-in consent)

* Manage exhibitions, pop-ups, and PaAro Circle communications

We do *not* sell your personal data.

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6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies provided by Shopify and third parties.

6.1 Types of Cookies 

* *Essential cookies* — required for website functionality

* *Analytics cookies* — help us understand user behavior

* *Marketing cookies* — used for advertising and remarketing 

6.2 Your Choices 

You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may impact site functionality. 

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7. Sharing and Disclosure of Data 

We may share your personal data with: 

 7.1 Service Providers 

* Shopify Inc. (hosting platform)

* Payment gateway providers

* Shipping and logistics partners

* IT and cloud service providers

* Marketing and communication platforms

* Fraud prevention services 

 7.2 Legal Requirements 

We may disclose information: 

* To comply with legal obligations

* To enforce our terms

* To protect rights, property, or safety

* In connection with business transfers (merger/acquisition) 

All third parties are contractually obligated to protect your data. 

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8. International Data Transfers 

Because Shopify and certain service providers operate globally, your personal data may be transferred and processed outside India. 

Where such transfers occur, we ensure reasonable safeguards consistent with applicable law. 

By using our website, you consent to such cross-border transfers where necessary for service delivery. 

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 9. Data Retention 

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to: 

* Fulfill the purposes described in this Policy

* Maintain business and tax records

* Resolve disputes

* Comply with legal obligations 

After the retention period, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

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 10. Data Security

We implement commercially reasonable safeguards, including: 

* SSL encryption

* Secure Shopify infrastructure

* Restricted access controls

* Periodic security reviews 

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11. Third-Party Links 

Our website may contain links to third-party platforms (including Instagram, payment gateways, and partners). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. 

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 12. Children’s Privacy 

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. 

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13. Changes to This Privacy Policy 

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. 

Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy. 

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16. Contact Us

*PaAro Clothing*

Email: paarolifestyle@gmail.com

Phone: 7045664554

Registered Address: 65, Maharaja Tagore Road