Privacy & Cookie Policy
GroundJerusalem.com Online Store is committed to protecting the privacy of our customers. In this Privacy Policy, we explain what data we collect, how we use it, and with whom we share it.
Cookies: We use cookies (including third-party cookies) to provide you with the best online experience and tailor content to your interests.
What are Cookies? Cookies are small text files saved by your web browser on your device. They help us remember your preferences and enhance your experience on our site.
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Necessary Cookies: Essential for the site’s functionality. Without them, the site cannot operate properly. These cookies do not store personal information and include:
wordpress_test_cookie: Checks if cookies are enabled in the browser.wp-settings-{time}-[UID]: User settings saved in the WordPress admin panel.wp-settings-[UID]: Saves user settings in the WordPress admin panel.wordpress_logged_in_[hash]: Identifies if the user is logged in and who they are.wordpress_[hash]: Stores authentication data used during login.woocommerce_cart_hash: Helps WooCommerce determine when the cart contents change.woocommerce_items_in_cart: Helps WooCommerce determine when the cart contents change.wp_woocommerce_session_: Contains a unique code for each customer to find cart data in the database. These cookies do not store any personal information about customers.
- Functional Cookies: Enhance site performance and functionality, such as remembering language preferences.
- Analytical and Performance Cookies: Help us understand how our site is used, allowing us to improve user experience.
- Advertising and Targeting Cookies: Used to deliver personalized advertising and track advertising effectiveness.
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by third-party services such as social networks or analytics providers.
How We Use Cookies: We use cookies to personalize content, analyze traffic, and provide you with a better user experience. This includes remembering your preferences and settings, as well as collecting anonymous statistical data.
Managing Cookies: You can manage your cookie preferences through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse or accept cookies and delete existing cookies. For more information, please refer to your browser’s help section.
Consent to Use Cookies: By continuing to use our site, you agree to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree to the use of cookies, you can disable them through your browser settings.
Updates to This Cookie Policy: We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website. Last updated: 03.08.2024.
Comments: If you leave a comment on our site, we may store your name, email address, and website in cookies to remember your preferences. These cookies will be stored for one year.
Login (for registered users): If you log in to our site, we also use cookies to store login information and screen display choices. These cookies are stored for one year, and if you choose “Remember me,” your login will be valid for one year.
Embedded content from other websites: Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website, such as YouTube, PayPal, Google, etc.
These 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 with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.
With Whom We Share Your Data: We do not share your personal data with third parties without your consent, except when it is necessary to fulfill our obligations to you or to comply with legal requirements. If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.
How Long We Retain Your Data: For users who register on our website, we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can view, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except they cannot change their username). Website administrators can also view and edit that information.
What rights you have over your data: If you have an account on this site, or have left comments, you can request to receive an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you have provided to us. You can also request that we erase any personal data we hold about you. This does not include any data we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.
We Collect Information About You During the Checkout Process in Our Store
What We Collect and Store: While you visit our site, we’ll track:
- Products you’ve viewed: We’ll use this to, for example, show you products you’ve recently viewed.
- Location, IP address, and browser type: We’ll use this for purposes like estimating taxes and shipping.
- Shipping address: We’ll ask you to enter this so we can, for instance, estimate shipping before you place an order and send you the order!
We’ll also use cookies to keep track of cart contents while you’re browsing our site.
When you purchase from us, we’ll ask you to provide information including your name, billing address, shipping address, email address, and phone number. We’ll use this information for purposes such as:
- Sending you information about your account and order
- Responding to your requests, including refunds and complaints
- Setting up your account for our store
- Improving our store offerings
- Sending you marketing messages if you choose to receive them
If you create an account, we will store your name, address, email address, and phone number, which will be used to populate the checkout for future orders.
Generally, we store information about you for as long as we need the information for the purposes for which we collect and use it, and we are not legally required to keep it. For example, we will store order information for XXX years for tax and accounting purposes. This includes your name, email address, and billing and shipping addresses.
We will also store comments or reviews if you choose to leave them.
Who on Our Team Has Access: Members of our team have access to the information you provide us. For example, both Administrators and Store Managers can access:
- Order information like what was purchased, when it was purchased, and where it should be sent.
- Customer information like your name, email address, and shipping information.
Our team members have access to this information to help fulfill orders, process refunds, and support you.
What We Share with Others: We share information with third parties who help us provide our orders and store services to you; for example, delivery services and payment processors.
Payments: We accept payments through PayPal and PayMe for credit card payments. When processing payments, some of your data will be passed to PayPal and PayMe, including information required to process or support the payment, such as the purchase total and billing information. Please see the PayPal Statement on Cookies and Tracking Technologies and PayMe Cookies Policy for more details.