Who we are
InWestaa, an online clothing store dedicated to providing high-quality dresses designed with care and passion. Our mission is to bring stylish, comfortable, and affordable clothing to individuals.
We operate from Trivandrum, and our website, https://inwestaa.com, offers a wide range outfits for women and kids. As a company, we value our customers’ privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data.
In this Privacy Policy, we explain how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website or interact with our services.
Comments
When visitors leave comments on our website, we collect the data shown in the comments form, as well as the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help with spam detection.
In addition, an anonymized string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be sent to the Gravatar service to check whether you are using it. The Gravatar service’s privacy policy can be found here: Gravatar Privacy Policy. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment.
Comment Moderation:
All comments are subject to moderation. We reserve the right to remove or edit comments that we deem inappropriate, spammy, or otherwise violate our community guidelines.
Retaining Comment Data:
If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This allows us to automatically recognize and approve any follow-up comments instead of holding them in a moderation queue.
Your Rights Regarding Comments:
If you have left a comment and would like to have it deleted, you may contact us at inwestaa.gmail.com, and we will remove it, along with any associated data, unless we are required by law to retain it.
Media
If you upload media (such as images or videos) to our website, please be aware of the following:
- Embedded Location Data in Media Files:
Images or videos uploaded to the site may contain embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors to the website can potentially download and extract this location data from such media files. If you upload images or videos to our site, we recommend removing any embedded location data before uploading to ensure your privacy. - Use of Media on Our Site:
Any media you upload may be visible to other users depending on where and how you share it on the site. For example, if you upload a profile picture or submit images for product reviews or comments, they may be displayed publicly. We will not use your media for purposes beyond the scope of the website’s functionality without your consent. - Media Ownership and Licensing:
By uploading media to our site, you confirm that you have the rights to the media and grant us a license to use it within the scope of our services. You also acknowledge that you are not infringing on any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights, by uploading content. - Third-Party Media Links:
Our website may include media embedded from third-party services (e.g., YouTube videos, Instagram photos). Please note that these third-party platforms have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them before interacting with any embedded media. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or data collection methods of third-party services.
Media and Privacy:
To protect your privacy and security, we advise against uploading personal or sensitive media that you do not want to be publicly accessible. Always ensure that the content you upload complies with our terms of service and community guidelines.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to improve your experience, analyze website traffic, and provide personalized content. Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow us to remember your preferences and actions over time, making your browsing experience more convenient.
What Cookies Do We Use?
- Essential Cookies:
These cookies are necessary for the basic functioning of our website. They allow you to navigate the site, access secure areas, and complete actions like making purchases. Without these cookies, some services on our website may not work. - Performance Cookies:
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous data about page views, traffic sources, and user behavior. This information helps us improve the functionality and performance of our site. Tools like Google Analytics may be used for this purpose. - Functional Cookies:
These cookies allow us to remember your preferences and choices (such as language, region, or login details) to enhance your experience and provide you with customized content. - Targeting or Advertising Cookies:
These cookies are used to deliver targeted advertising based on your browsing behavior. They may also limit the number of times you see an ad and help us measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns. Third-party services, such as Google AdSense or Facebook Pixel, may use these cookies for advertising purposes.
Managing Cookies
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can choose to block or delete cookies, or set your browser to notify you when a cookie is being sent. Please note that blocking cookies may affect your user experience and some features of the website may not function properly.
Third-Party Cookies
We may also use third-party services that place cookies on our website, such as analytics or advertising providers. These third parties may collect data about your interactions with our site and other websites. Please refer to their privacy policies for more details on how they use cookies and the data they collect.
Consent to Cookies
By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not wish to accept cookies, you can adjust your browser settings accordingly.
Embedded content from other websites
Our website may include embedded content from other websites (e.g., videos, images, articles, social media posts, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website directly.
These third-party websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction if you have an account and are logged in to that website.
Examples of embedded content on our site may include:
- YouTube videos
- Instagram posts
- Facebook feeds
- Twitter widgets
- Pinterest boards
These third-party sites have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them before interacting with their content. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of external websites.
By interacting with embedded content on our site, you acknowledge and agree to these practices.
Who we share your data with
We respect your privacy and are committed to keeping your information secure. We only share your data with trusted third parties in order to provide our services and improve your shopping experience. Below are the categories of third parties with whom we may share your data:
- Service Providers:
We may share your personal data with trusted third-party service providers who help us with functions like processing payments, order fulfillment, shipping, and customer support. These companies are authorized to use your information only for the specific services they provide on our behalf and are obligated to keep your data confidential. - Payment Processors:
If you make a purchase, we share your billing information (such as your name, address, and payment details) with trusted payment processors (e.g., PayPal, Stripe, etc.) to securely process your transactions. These third-party processors comply with their own privacy policies and data security regulations. - Analytics and Advertising Partners:
We may use third-party analytics and advertising services (such as Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, etc.) to track and analyze user activity on our website to improve our services and deliver more relevant ads. These third parties may collect personal data, but the information shared is typically aggregated and anonymized. - Legal and Regulatory Compliance:
We may also disclose your data if required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request, including when we need to protect our rights, comply with court orders, or ensure the safety of our users and services. - Business Transfers:
In the event of a business transaction, such as a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your personal data may be transferred as part of the deal. In such cases, we will ensure that your privacy is safeguarded.
We never sell or rent your personal information to third parties for their own marketing purposes. We strive to ensure that your data is protected and used only for the purposes for which it was collected.
How long we retain your data
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
- Comments:
If you leave a comment on our website, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This allows us to automatically recognize and approve any follow-up comments instead of holding them in a moderation queue. - Orders and Transactions:
For users who make a purchase, we retain order details (such as your name, address, and order history) for as long as necessary to fulfill your order and resolve any potential issues, such as returns or warranty claims. After that, this data may be kept for accounting or legal purposes for a period of up to [X] years, in compliance with tax or business regulations. - Account Information:
If you create an account with us, your account data is stored for as long as your account remains active. If you decide to close your account, we will retain certain information (such as past orders or transaction details) for as long as required by law or business necessity. - Marketing Preferences:
If you have signed up for our newsletter or marketing communications, we retain your subscription information until you opt out or unsubscribe from our mailing list. You can unsubscribe at any time by following the link provided in each email or contacting us directly.
Once the data is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, or if you request that we delete it (where applicable), we will securely erase or anonymize your personal information.
What rights you have over your data
As a user, you have certain rights regarding your personal data. Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the following rights:
- Access to Your Data:
You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you. This includes information such as your account details, purchase history, and any other personal information we’ve collected. - Correction of Your Data:
If any of the personal data we hold about you is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to request that we update or correct it. - Deletion of Your Data:
You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data from our systems. If you no longer wish to use our services or have an account with us, you can ask us to delete your information, subject to any legal obligations we may have to retain certain data (e.g., for tax or accounting purposes). - Data Portability:
You have the right to request that we provide a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format. You may also request that we transfer this data to another service provider, if technically feasible. - Restriction of Processing:
You may request that we limit how we process your personal data, such as if you believe the data we hold is inaccurate or if you object to us processing it for a certain purpose. - Objection to Processing:
You have the right to object to our processing of your personal data for specific purposes, such as direct marketing or profiling. If you object to processing, we will cease processing your personal data unless we have compelling legitimate grounds to continue. - Withdraw Consent:
If you have previously given us consent to process your personal data (such as for marketing purposes), you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time. Withdrawing consent will not affect the legality of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. - Lodge a Complaint:
If you believe we are not handling your personal data correctly or in compliance with privacy laws, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority in your jurisdiction.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at inwestaa@gmail.com. We will respond to your request within a reasonable time frame, typically within 10 days, depending on the nature of the request and applicable law.
Where your data is sent
In order to provide you with the best service, your personal data may be transferred to and stored in countries outside of your own. This includes countries that may not have the same data protection laws as your country of residence. However, we take necessary steps to ensure that your personal information is protected, regardless of where it is stored or processed.
- Third-Party Service Providers:
We may share your personal data with trusted third-party service providers located in other countries (e.g., payment processors, shipping partners, marketing platforms) who help us run our website and services. These providers may be based in countries outside your jurisdiction, such as the United States, the European Union, or other regions. - Cloud Storage Providers:
We may use cloud storage services to securely store your data. These storage providers may be located in different countries, including outside the European Economic Area (EEA) or your home country. - International Transactions:
If you make a purchase from our website, your transaction may be processed through third-party payment gateways or processors that are based in different countries. This could involve transferring your data to countries outside your residence for payment processing and fraud prevention.
We ensure that all international data transfers are carried out in accordance with applicable data protection laws. When transferring personal data across borders, we implement appropriate safeguards, such as:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs): For transfers from the European Economic Area (EEA) to non-EEA countries, we may use approved standard contractual clauses or other mechanisms to ensure your data remains protected.
- Privacy Shield Framework (if applicable): For data transfers between the EU and the U.S., we may rely on mechanisms like the EU-U.S. Privacy Shield Framework (if still applicable) to ensure compliance with EU data protection laws.
