Privacy Policy

At Bear Archery, we approach your privacy with the same precision and care that defines our Legend Series Compound Bows and Mechanical Broadheads. Just as you trust our equipment in the field, you can trust that we handle your personal information with integrity and respect. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and share information when you visit beararcherystore.com or make a purchase from our global archery community.

1. Information We Collect

To provide you with the precision equipment and service our archery community expects, we collect several types of information:

Information You Provide Directly

• Account Information: When you create an account for faster checkout and order tracking, we collect your name, email address, and password.
• Purchase Information: When you order Bows, Arrow Systems, or Critical Accessories, we collect shipping address, billing address, payment information, and contact details.
• Communication Data: When you contact our customer service, we collect your email address, name, and the content of your message.
• Preference Information: Your archery discipline preferences, product interests, and saved items for quick access to Arrows & Broadheads.

Information Collected Automatically

• Device and Browser Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
• Usage Data: Pages you visit on our site, products you view, time spent on pages, and referring website addresses.
• Location Information: General geographic location (country/region level) to provide appropriate payment options and shipping information.

Information from Third Parties

• Payment Processors: Transaction details from our payment partners (limited to confirmation of payment and transaction ID).
• Shipping Providers: Delivery status and tracking information.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information with the precision and purpose that reflects our archery expertise:

• To Process Your Orders: To fulfill purchases of Bows, Crossbows, Gear, and other archery equipment, including payment processing, shipping, and order updates.
• To Improve Our Services: To analyze how archers interact with our website, helping us enhance your shopping experience and product offerings.
• To Communicate With You: To send order confirmations, shipping notifications, and respond to your inquiries about products like Traditional bows or Bowfishing gear.
• To Personalize Your Experience: To provide personalized recommendations based on your archery discipline and past purchases of Parts, Bundles, or Accessories.
• For Security Purposes: To detect and prevent fraud, unauthorized transactions, and other illegal activities.
• For Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We value the trust of our global archery community and only share your information in limited circumstances:

Service Providers

We share information with trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting business, and serving our customers worldwide (with limited exceptions in certain Asian countries and remote regions):

• Payment Processors: Such as credit card networks (Visa, MasterCard, JCB) and PayPal to handle transactions securely.
• Shipping Carriers: To deliver your Bear Archery equipment to your doorstep.
• IT and Security Providers: To maintain our website security and functionality.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Bear Archery, our customers, or others.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

4. Data Storage and Security

We protect your information with the same reliability that defines our archery equipment:

• Secure Storage: Your data is stored on secure servers with limited access.
• Encryption: All payment information is encrypted using advanced SSL technology during transmission.
• Payment Security: We never store your complete payment details on our servers. Our payment partners are PCI-DSS compliant, ensuring the highest security standards.
• Data Retention: We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
• International Transfers: As we serve a global community of archers, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, all with adequate protection measures in place.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have control over your personal information, just as you have control over your archery equipment:

• Access and Update: You can access and update your account information at any time through your Bear Archery account.
• Marketing Communications: You can opt-out of marketing emails by using the unsubscribe link in any email we send.
• Account Deletion: You may request deletion of your account by contacting us, subject to certain legal obligations we may have to retain some information.
• Data Portability: You may request a copy of your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format.
• Restriction and Objection: You may have the right to restrict or object to certain processing of your information, depending on your jurisdiction.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information in the “Contact Us” section below.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Like most modern e-commerce platforms, we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

What We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality, such as adding items to your cart when shopping for Bows or Accessories.
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand how archers use our site, allowing us to improve navigation and product displays.
• Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences, such as currency or region settings for international orders.
• Advertising Cookies: Used to show you relevant Bear Archery products on other websites, based on your browsing history.

Your Choices

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. However, disabling certain cookies may limit your ability to use some features of our website, such as saving items to your cart or accessing your purchase history.

7. Children’s Privacy

Bear Archery does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 16. Our products and services are directed to adults interested in archery sports and equipment. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 16, please contact us immediately.

8. International Users

We proudly serve archers across the globe (with limited exceptions in certain Asian countries and remote regions). If you are accessing our site from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located. By using our services, you understand that your information may be transferred to our facilities and those third parties with whom we share it as described in this policy.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.