Privacy Policy
Last updated: October 2026
1. Introduction
Bluewater Co. ("we," "our," or "us") is an independent handmade jewelry business based in Maine, USA. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you visit our website or make a purchase from us.
By using our website, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
When you visit our website, place an order, or contact us, we may collect the following information.
Personal information
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Name
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Billing and shipping address
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Email address
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Phone number (if provided)
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Payment details (processed securely by third-party payment providers; we do not store your full payment information)
Order information
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Products purchased
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Custom order details
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Transaction history
Information you send us
Messages and details submitted through our custom order and contact forms, including any photos or reference images you upload
Device and usage information
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IP address
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Browser type
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Device type
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Pages viewed and time spent on our site
This information helps us improve your experience and protect against fraud.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
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Process and fulfill orders
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Communicate with you about your order, custom request, or inquiry
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Provide customer support
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Improve our website and services
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Detect and prevent fraud, unauthorized transactions, and payment disputes
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Send updates, promotions, or marketing emails, only if you have opted in. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email we send.
4. Payment Processing
We do not store or have direct access to your full payment information. All payments are processed securely through trusted third-party payment providers that follow strict security standards.
5. Sharing Your Information
We only share your information when necessary, including with:
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Payment processors, to complete transactions
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Shipping carriers, to deliver your order
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Service providers that help us operate our website, such as our website host, email tools, and social media features
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
We are based in the United States. If you visit our website or order from another country, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
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Improve website performance
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Remember your preferences
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Analyze traffic and usage
You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features of the site may not work properly.
7. Records and Fraud Prevention
To protect our business and our customers, we may keep order records, communication history, and technical data such as IP addresses. We may use this information to prevent fraud and to resolve payment disputes.
8. Data Retention
We keep your information only as long as necessary to:
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Fulfill orders
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Comply with legal obligations
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Resolve disputes
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Enforce our policies
9. Your Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:
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Access the personal data we hold about you
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Request corrections or updates
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Request deletion of your data
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Opt out of marketing emails
To make a request, contact us using the details below. We will respond within the time required by the laws that apply to you.
10. Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites, such as our social media accounts. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites.
12. Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
13. Changes to This Policy and Contact
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a new "last updated" date.
If you have any questions about this policy or your personal
data, please contact us: