Effective Date: May 14, 2025
Contact Email: chriscurtislife@gmail.com
Site Owner: Christopher Curtis – The What If Philosopher
Thank you for visiting UPCBOX.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”). Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to safeguarding the information you entrust to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your data, and outlines your rights under relevant data protection regulations including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA).
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal and non-personal data:
a. Information You Provide Voluntarily
- Full name, email address, billing address, shipping address
- Payment details (processed via secure third-party gateways)
- Account login information (if applicable)
- Any communications you send us
b. Information Collected Automatically
- IP address, browser type, device type
- Pages visited, time spent on the site, referring URL
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 6)
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used to:
- Process orders and deliver products
- Provide customer support
- Communicate updates, promotions, or new products (with consent)
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Comply with legal requirements
3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
We collect and process your information based on:
- Consent (e.g., subscribing to newsletters)
- Contractual necessity (e.g., fulfilling purchases)
- Legal obligations (e.g., tax compliance)
- Legitimate interests (e.g., improving our services)
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share it with:
- Service providers (e.g., Shopify, payment processors, email services)
- Legal authorities, if required by law or in defense of legal claims
- Business successors, if the business is merged or sold
All third parties are required to handle your data in compliance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.
5. Children’s Privacy (COPPA)
UPCBOX.com is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected data from a minor, please contact us immediately at chriscurtislife@gmail.com, and we will delete it.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Keep you logged in
- Understand user behavior
- Track performance and analytics
- Customize content and marketing
You can manage cookies in your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
7. Your Rights
For EU/EEA Users (GDPR):
You have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal data
- Restrict or object to processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority
For California Users (CCPA/CPRA):
You have the right to:
- Know what personal information we collect and why
- Request deletion of your information
- Opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell)
- Receive equal service and pricing even if you exercise your rights
To exercise your rights, email us at chriscurtislife@gmail.com with the subject “Privacy Request.”
8. Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary for:
- Providing our services
- Fulfilling legal or regulatory obligations
- Resolving disputes and enforcing agreements
Data no longer required is securely deleted.
9. International Users
By using UPCBOX.com from outside the United States, you acknowledge that your information may be transferred, stored, or processed in the United States where our servers are located. Your data will be treated according to this Privacy Policy and relevant U.S. laws.
10. Data Security
We use industry-standard measures to protect your information:
- SSL encryption
- Secure payment gateways
- Access limitations
- Regular software updates and monitoring
However, no online system is 100% secure. Use the internet with care and report any suspicious activity.
11. Third-Party Links
Our site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. Review their policies before interacting with those sites.
12. Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the site signifies acceptance of any changes.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, contact:
Christopher Curtis – The What If Philosopher
📧 chriscurtislife@gmail.com
🌐 www.UPCBOX.com