# Privacy Policy
**Effective Date:** July 14, 2026
At Zol Judaica (accessible from https://judaicazol.com/, hereinafter referred to as “we,” “us,” or “our”), we are deeply committed to protecting the privacy of our visitors, partners, and Jewish communities worldwide. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our catalog website and make inquiries regarding our sacred burial shrouds (Tachrichim) and Judaica products.
By using our website, you hereby consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
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## 1. Information We Collect
We collect several types of information from and about users of our website, including:
### A. Personal Identification Information (PII)
When you fill out an inquiry form, request a quote, subscribe to our newsletter, or contact us directly, we may collect:
* **Identity Data:** First name, last name, and organizational/community affiliation (e.g., Chevra Kadisha name).
* **Contact Data:** Email address, phone number, and physical/shipping address for delivery estimates.
### B. Non-Personal and Technical Data
When you navigate our site, we may automatically collect:
* **Technical Data:** Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type and version, time zone setting, browser plug-in types, operating system, and platform.
* **Usage Data:** Information about how you use our website and view our catalog (pages viewed, time spent, link clicks).
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## 2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect in various ways, including to:
* **Respond to Inquiries:** To process your requests for quotes, answer halachic questions, and coordinate specific community shipping requirements.
* **Improve Our Site:** To analyze user behavior and optimize our global catalog platform.
* **Marketing Communication:** (With your explicit consent) To send updates regarding community catalog updates, bulk options, or new products.
* **Security & Compliance:** To monitor for security threats, prevent spam, and comply with international legal obligations.
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## 3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for collecting and using your personal data depends on the specific context:
* **Performance of a Contract/Pre-contractual Steps:** Processing is necessary to respond to your direct inquiries or prepare custom price quotes before establishing an agreement.
* **Consent:** You have given us explicit consent to process your data for a specific purpose (e.g., contact form submission or newsletter subscription).
* **Legitimate Interests:** To improve our services, secure our platform, and maintain international communication.
* **Compliance with Law:** To comply with applicable legal and administrative regulations.
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## 4. Data Sharing and Third-Party Disclosures
We do not sell, trade, or rent your Personal Identification Information to third parties. We only share data with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our platform:
* **Shipping & Logistics Partners:** To calculate and coordinate international delivery options for your community when requested.
* **Analytics Providers:** Standard web analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to assess website performance.
All third-party partners are strictly bound by confidentiality agreements and are prohibited from using your data for any other purpose.
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## 5. International Data Transfers
As an international service provider, the information we collect may be stored and processed in countries outside of your residency, including Israel, the United States, and European Union member states. We ensure that all transfers comply with approved legal safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission.
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## 6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, optimize site performance, and understand platform traffic. You can choose to disable cookies through your individual browser options; however, doing so may limit your ability to use certain features of our catalog.
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## 7. Your Data Protection Rights (GDPR & CCPA)
Depending on your location, you hold the following rights regarding your personal data:
* **The Right to Access:** You have the right to request copies of your personal data.
* **The Right to Rectification:** You have the right to request that we correct any information you believe is inaccurate or incomplete.
* **The Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”):** You have the right to request that we erase your personal data, under certain conditions.
* **The Right to Restrict/Object to Processing:** You have the right to object to or restrict our processing of your personal data.
* **The Right to Data Portability:** You have the right to request that we transfer the data we collected to another organization.
* **CCPA/CPRA Rights (California Residents):** You have the right to request disclosure of categories of personal data collected, and to opt-out of the “sale or sharing” of personal data (which we do not engage in).
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address provided below. We will respond within 30 days.
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## 8. Data Retention and Security
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including legal or administrative requirements. We implement robust physical, technical, and administrative security measures (including SSL encryption) to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration of your data.
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## 9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the “Effective Date” at the top.
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## 10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us at:
* **Email:** support@judaicazol.com
* **Website Contact Page:** https://judaicazol.com/contact
