Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy - The Raging Patriot Store

Effective Date: 6/16/25

Red Elephant Marketing LLC, operating under the fictitious name "The Raging Patriot" and doing business as "Trumpet of Truth" for certain operations ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information about you when you visit our online store and make purchases (collectively, the "Store Services").

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

When you make a purchase or attempt to make a purchase through our store, we collect certain information from you, including:

Order Information:

  • Name (first and last name)
  • Billing address
  • Shipping address
  • Payment information (credit card numbers, PayPal information)
  • Email address
  • Phone number

Account Information:

  • Account credentials (if you create an account)
  • Purchase history and order details
  • Communication preferences
  • Customer service interactions

Communication Information:

  • Messages you send to us through contact forms or customer service
  • Product reviews and feedback you provide
  • Survey responses and feedback

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our store, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

Device and Usage Information:

  • Web browser type and version
  • IP address and general location
  • Time zone setting
  • Operating system and platform
  • Referring website information
  • Pages viewed and products browsed
  • Search terms used in our store
  • Date and time of visit

Shopping Behavior:

  • Products viewed and time spent on product pages
  • Items added to cart and abandoned cart information
  • Purchase patterns and preferences
  • Website navigation patterns

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences and shopping cart contents
  • Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
  • Improve our store functionality and user experience
  • Provide targeted advertising (with your consent)
  • Prevent fraud and ensure security

1.4 Third-Party Information

We may receive information about you from third parties, including:

  • Payment processors (transaction verification)
  • Shipping carriers (delivery confirmation)
  • Marketing partners (if you've consented to data sharing)
  • Social media platforms (if you interact with our social content)

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Order Processing and Fulfillment

  • Process your orders and payments
  • Arrange for shipping and delivery of products
  • Communicate with you about your orders
  • Handle returns and exchanges
  • Provide customer service and support

2.2 Account Management

  • Create and manage your customer account
  • Maintain your order history and preferences
  • Process account updates and changes
  • Provide personalized shopping experiences

2.3 Payment Processing

  • Process payments securely through our payment processors
  • Verify payment information and prevent fraud
  • Handle refunds and chargebacks
  • Maintain transaction records for accounting purposes

2.4 Marketing and Communications

  • Send promotional emails about new products and sales (with your consent)
  • Provide product recommendations based on your purchase history
  • Send cart abandonment reminders
  • Share information about patriotic causes and political content we support

2.5 Business Operations

  • Analyze sales trends and customer preferences
  • Improve our products and store functionality
  • Prevent fraud and ensure security
  • Comply with legal obligations and tax requirements
  • Maintain business records and accounting

2.6 Legal and Safety

  • Comply with applicable laws and regulations
  • Respond to legal requests and court orders
  • Protect our rights and property
  • Prevent illegal activity and abuse
  • Ensure customer and business safety

3. How We Share Your Information

3.1 Service Providers

We share your information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our store:

E-commerce Platform:

  • Shopify - Our e-commerce platform provider for store operations

Payment Processing:

  • Credit card processors (Stripe, PayPal, etc.) for payment processing
  • Fraud prevention services for transaction security

Shipping and Fulfillment:

  • Shipping carriers (USPS, UPS, FedEx, etc.) for order delivery
  • Fulfillment centers if we use third-party fulfillment
  • Print-on-demand providers for custom products

Marketing and Analytics:

  • Email marketing platforms for customer communications
  • Analytics services (Google Analytics) for website performance
  • Advertising platforms for targeted marketing (with your consent)

Customer Service:

  • Customer support platforms for service interactions
  • Review platforms for product feedback

3.2 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, bankruptcy, or other sale of company assets, your information may be transferred to the new owner.

3.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or when we believe disclosure is necessary to:

  • Comply with legal obligations and court orders
  • Protect our rights and property
  • Prevent fraud or illegal activity
  • Ensure customer safety and security

3.4 Marketing Partners

With your explicit consent, we may share your information with:

  • Affiliate partners for joint promotions
  • Political organizations and causes we support
  • Like-minded businesses for cross-promotional opportunities

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information, including:

4.1 Technical Safeguards

  • SSL encryption for data transmission
  • Secure servers for data storage
  • PCI DSS compliance for payment processing
  • Regular security updates and monitoring
  • Access controls and authentication systems

4.2 Operational Safeguards

  • Limited access to personal information by authorized personnel only
  • Employee training on data protection
  • Regular security assessments and audits
  • Incident response procedures for data breaches

4.3 Payment Security

  • We do not store complete credit card numbers
  • Tokenization of payment information
  • PCI-compliant payment processors handle sensitive data
  • Fraud monitoring and detection systems

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for different periods depending on the type of information:

5.1 Retention Periods

  • Order information: 7 years for tax and accounting purposes
  • Account information: Until you request deletion or close your account
  • Customer service records: 3 years for support purposes
  • Marketing data: Until you opt out or request deletion
  • Website analytics: 2 years for business analysis
  • Legal compliance data: As required by applicable laws

5.2 Data Deletion

You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to:

  • Legal retention requirements for tax and business records
  • Ongoing business relationships and open orders
  • Fraud prevention and security needs

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Account Management

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information in your account
  • Update your account information and preferences
  • Close your account and request data deletion
  • Download your order history and data

6.2 Communication Preferences

You can control your communication preferences by:

  • Unsubscribing from marketing emails using the unsubscribe link
  • Updating your email preferences in your account
  • Contacting us directly to opt out of communications

6.3 Cookies and Tracking

You can control cookies and tracking through:

  • Browser settings to block or delete cookies
  • Opt-out tools for advertising cookies
  • Privacy settings for targeted advertising

6.4 Data Access and Portability

You have the right to:

  • Request a copy of your personal information
  • Receive your data in a portable format
  • Transfer your data to another service (where technically feasible)

7. Third-Party Links and Services

Our store may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

8. International Customers

8.1 Data Transfers

Our store is based in the United States. If you are located outside the U.S., your information will be transferred to and processed in the United States.

8.2 International Rights

Customers outside the U.S. may have additional rights under local privacy laws. Contact us to learn about your specific rights.

9. Children's Privacy

Our store is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

10. State-Specific Privacy Rights

10.1 California Residents (CCPA)

California residents have the right to:

  • Know what personal information we collect and how it's used
  • Delete personal information (subject to exceptions)
  • Opt-out of the sale of personal information
  • Non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

10.2 Other State Rights

Residents of other states may have similar rights under applicable state privacy laws, including rights under Virginia's CDPA, Colorado's CPA, and other emerging state privacy legislation.

10.3 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise your privacy rights:

  • Email us at info@ragingpatriots.org
  • Include your full name and order information for verification
  • Specify your request clearly
  • Allow 30 days for processing

11. Product and Business Information

11.1 Political Merchandise

  • Our products may contain political messages and conservative viewpoints
  • Product descriptions accurately represent items for sale
  • Custom products may have longer processing times
  • Political content reflects our business values and customer base

11.2 Business Names and Branding

  • "The Raging Patriot" is our primary store name
  • "Trumpet of Truth" may appear on shipping labels and business communications
  • Both names refer to the same business entity (Red Elephant Marketing LLC)

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. When we make changes:

  • We will post the updated Privacy Policy on our store
  • We will update the "Effective Date" at the top
  • We will notify you of material changes via email (if you're subscribed)
  • Your continued use of our store constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

13. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Red Elephant Marketing LLC
The Raging Patriot Store
15 N Oak St, PO Box 14
Fellsmere, Florida 32948
United States

Email: info@ragingpatriots.org
Website: [Your Shopify Store URL]

For immediate assistance with orders or account issues, please use the contact form on our website or email our customer service team.

This Privacy Policy was last updated on 6/16/25. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.