Bahamas Purchasing (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our services or visit our website. By using our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Use.

1. Who We Are

Bahamas Purchasing provides purchasing, shipping, and freight-forwarding services. Our contact information is:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Phone: (242) 809-2666

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

1. Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and shipping addresses.
2. Account Details: Username, password, and login activity.
3. Order and Shipping Information: Purchase requests, tracking numbers, package descriptions.
4. Payment Details: Limited payment info for processing orders (e.g., last 4 digits of credit cards via third-party processors).
5. Technical Data: IP address, device type, browser, and usage data through cookies and analytics tools.

3. How We Collect Information

We collect personal data in the following ways:

1. When you register or submit a form on our website.
2. When you contact us by email or phone.
3. Automatically through cookies and tracking tools when you visit our site.
4. From third-party partners who assist in order processing or analytics.

4. How We Use Your Information

Your information may be used to:

1. Provide and manage your account and orders.
2. Communicate order status and updates.
3. Respond to customer service requests.
4. Improve our services and website.
5. Detect and prevent fraud or unauthorized activity.
6. Comply with legal obligations.

5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share information with trusted third parties that help us operate our business, such as:

1. Payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)
2. Shipping and logistics providers
3. IT and cloud service providers
4. Legal or regulatory bodies if required by law

All third parties are contractually required to keep your information secure and use it only for specified purposes.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes. If you close your account, we may retain limited information for tax, audit, and legal purposes.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

1. Access, correct, or delete your personal data
2. Withdraw consent to marketing communications
3. Request a copy of your data (data portability)
4. Lodge a complaint with a regulatory authority

To exercise your rights, contact us at [email protected].

8. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve user experience, remember preferences, and analyze site traffic. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

9. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and you are encouraged to review their policies independently.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.