Privacy Policy

Last Updated: May 27, 2025

At chineseyixingteapot.com, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website or purchase our authentic Chinese Yixing teapots, zisha teapots, and purple clay teapots.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you browse our collection of Yixing teapots or make a purchase, we may collect:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number, shipping address)
• Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
• Order history and preferences related to Chinese Yixing teapots
• Communication records when you contact us at support@chineseyixingteapot.com

Automatically Collected Information

Our website automatically collects certain technical information:

• IP address and browser information
• Pages visited and time spent on our Yixing clay teapot collections
• Search terms used to find our purple clay teapots
• Device information and operating system details
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Process and fulfill orders for Chinese Yixing teapots and zisha teapots
• Provide customer support and respond to inquiries about our purple clay teapot collections
• Send order confirmations and shipping updates
• Improve our website functionality and user experience
• Analyze customer preferences for Yixing teapot styles and designs
• Send promotional emails about new arrivals and special offers (with your consent)
• Prevent fraud and ensure website security

Information Sharing and Disclosure

Third-Party Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

• Processing payments for Yixing clay teapot purchases
• Shipping and logistics for delivering your purple clay teapots worldwide
• Email marketing services for teapot enthusiasts
• Website analytics and performance monitoring
• Customer service platforms

Legal Requirements

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

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect our rights and property
• Ensure the safety of our customers and the integrity of our Chinese Yixing teapot business
• Investigate potential violations of our terms of service

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

• SSL encryption for all data transmission
• Secure servers with restricted access
• Regular security audits and updates
• PCI DSS compliance for payment processing
• Employee access controls and confidentiality agreements

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and shopping cart contents
• Analyze website traffic and user behavior
• Provide personalized recommendations for Yixing teapots
• Enable social media sharing features
• Deliver targeted advertisements for purple clay teapot enthusiasts

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may affect your browsing experience and limit certain website functionalities.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access to your personal information
• Correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion of your personal information
• Restriction of processing
• Data portability
• Objection to processing for marketing purposes

To exercise these rights or for any privacy-related inquiries, please contact us at support@chineseyixingteapot.com.

International Data Transfers

As we sell Chinese Yixing teapots and zisha teapots worldwide, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during international transfers.

Children’s Privacy

Our website and products are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of our website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: support@chineseyixingteapot.com
Website: chineseyixingteapot.com

We are committed to addressing your privacy concerns promptly and ensuring your experience with our authentic Chinese Yixing teapots, purple clay teapots, and zisha teapots remains secure and enjoyable.