Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 5, 2025

Last Updated: September 5, 2025

Thank you for choosing HARISHSTORE. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit or make a purchase from our website harishstore.com

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled in a safe and responsible manner.

1.Types of information we gather

We collect the following types of information when you browse, register, or make a purchase:

a. Personal Information

  • Full Name

  • Email Address

  • Phone Number

  • Shipping & Billing Address

b.Order & Payment Information

When you make a purchase on our website, we collect certain information related to your order and payment, including:

  • Items purchased

  • Order date & time

  • Order value (total amount)

  • Payment method (e.g., UPI, Razorpay, debit/credit card, wallet, etc.)

  • Transaction ID (generated by payment gateway)

  • Billing and shipping address

We do not store or have access to your complete payment details such as your UPI PIN, card number, or CVV.

  • All payments are processed securely through certified and encrypted third-party payment gateways like Razorpay and UPI platforms, in accordance with RBI and data protection guidelines
  • We only retain essential transaction metadata for order verification, refunds, and support purposes.

c. Technical & Device Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain technical information about your device and connection to improve our services and ensure security. This information may include:

  • IP address: Used to identify your general location and help protect against fraudulent activity.

  • Device type and operating system: Helps us optimize the website for your device.

  • Browser type and version: To ensure compatibility and improve user experience.

  • Screen resolution and language settings: To personalize content display and language preferences.

  • Referring website URLs and pages visited: To understand how you navigate our site and improve its structure.

  • Time zone and timestamps: For accurate logging and troubleshooting.

  • Unique device identifiers and cookies: To recognize returning visitors and customize your experience.

We collect this information through various technologies such as cookies, web beacons, and server logs. This data is used solely to enhance your experience, improve website functionality, and ensure the security and integrity of our platform.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to provide a smooth and secure shopping experience, including:

  • Processing and delivering your orders

  • Communicating order status and support updates

  • Responding to your queries and customer support requests

  • Sending offers or promotional emails (only if you opt-in)

  • Improving our website’s performance and user experience

Detecting fraudulent or suspicious activities

Data privacy for Returns & Replacements

  • Any photos or videos you provide for the purpose of returns or replacements are kept secure and confidential. Harishstore.com handles your data in accordance with our Privacy Policy and it will not be shared with unauthorized parties. We use this information solely to process your return or replacement requests and to improve our services.

Review Privacy Policy – HARISHSTORE

At HARISHSTORE, we respect your privacy while valuing your feedback. When you submit a review on our website, certain information such as your name, rating, and review content may be collected and displayed publicly. By submitting a review, you agree to the following:

  1. Collection of Review Data
    We may collect information like your name, email (for verification), rating, review text, and submission date to ensure authenticity and quality of reviews.

  2. Public Display
    Your review, name, and rating may appear on our website and product pages to help other customers make informed decisions.

  3. Use of Review Data
    We may use your review for internal analysis, improving products and services, and marketing or promotional purposes.

  4. Limited Contact
    We will only contact you regarding your review if clarification or verification is necessary.

  5. Data Security
    Your review data is stored securely, and we do not sell, trade, or share personal information with third parties except where required for operational purposes.

  6. Responsibility
    The content of the review reflects the individual reviewer’s opinion. HARISHSTORE is not responsible for the accuracy or views expressed in any review.

  7. Consent
    By submitting a review, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Review Privacy Policy.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties.
However, we may share limited data with trusted partners:

  • Payment Gateways (e.g., Razorpay)

  • Courier/Logistics Providers for delivery

  • Analytics Tools to understand website traffic

  • Law Enforcement Agencies, if legally required

All third parties are required to keep your information secure and confidential.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. These technologies help us:

  • Remember your login or shopping cart information

  • Personalize your browsing and shopping journey

  • Understand visitor behavior for analytics and site improvement

By clicking “Accept” on our cookie notice, you consent to the use of cookies as described in our Cookie Policy. You can manage your cookie preferences or withdraw consent at any time via our Cookie Settings or your browser settings.

5. Data Protection & Security

We prioritize your privacy and implement industry-standard measures like:

Data Protection & Security

At harishStore, we take your data security seriously. We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.

Secure Connection (HTTPS)
Our website uses a secure HTTPS connection to ensure that all data transmitted between your browser and our servers is encrypted. This prevents unauthorized third parties from intercepting your information.

SSL/TLS Encryption
We use an SSL certificate issued by Let’s Encrypt. This certificate uses SHA‑256 with RSA encryption and ensures that your connection is authenticated and encrypted using industry-standard protocols. This protects sensitive data such as login information, contact details, and payment-related communication during transmission.

Data in Transit
All personal information entered on our website — such as during checkout, registration, or contact form submissions — is encrypted in transit using TLS (Transport Layer Security). This helps ensure your data remains confidential and secure as it travels across the internet.

Data Access and Storage
Access to stored personal data is restricted to authorized personnel only and is handled in accordance with applicable data protection regulations. We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.

Regular Updates & Monitoring

  • We regularly update our website’s software and security certificates to ensure compliance with current standards and to address newly discovered vulnerabilities.
  • If you have any questions or concerns regarding our data protection measures, feel free to contact us at [your contact email].

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you

  • Correct inaccuracies in your profile

  • Request data deletion (subject to legal requirements)

  • Opt-out of marketing communications at any time

To exercise these rights, please email us at sales@harishstore.com.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites and recommend reviewing their privacy policies before providing any personal data.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Service does not address anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from anyone under the age of 13. If You are a parent or guardian and You are aware that Your child has provided Us with Personal Data, please contact Us. If We become aware that We have collected Personal Data from anyone under the age of 13 without verification of parental consent, We take steps to remove that information from Our servers.

If We need to rely on consent as a legal basis for processing Your information and Your country requires consent from a parent, We may require Your parent’s consent before We collect and use that information.

We respect the privacy of our customers completely. We use the information we collect to enhance your overall shopping experience. We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to others.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes to the policy will be posted on this page, and the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page will be revised. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

Summary:

  • We collect only what is necessary

  • We protect your information seriously

  • We don’t share or sell your data unnecessarily

  • You stay in control of your personal information