Privacy Policy
Effective Date: November 26, 2024
N.Y. Pawnbrokers Inc. (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we handle data when you interact with our services, website, and communications.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information:
- Name
- Contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
- Identification details (as required by law for pawn or purchase transactions)
- Payment Information:
- Credit/debit card details or other payment methods for purchases or payments.
- Technical Information:
- IP address, browser type, operating system, and usage data when accessing our website.
- Communication Data:
- Emails, calls, or messages sent to our team for inquiries or support.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- To process transactions and provide requested services.
- To verify your identity for compliance with legal requirements.
- To send important updates, notifications, or marketing messages (with your consent).
- To improve our services and website functionality.
- To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and security requirements.
3. SMS Disclosure
By opting in to receive text messages from N.Y. Pawnbrokers Inc., you consent to receive notifications related to:
- Account updates
- Security alerts (e.g., two-factor authentication)
- Payment reminders
- Marketing and promotional content
Message & Data Rates: Standard message and data rates may apply, as determined by your mobile service provider.
To opt out of receiving text messages, text “STOP” to the number you received messages from. For assistance, text “HELP”. For more information, refer to this Privacy Policy.
4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information
We respect your privacy and do not sell or share your personal information for marketing purposes. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who help us operate our services (e.g., payment processors, shipping providers).
- Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations, such as law enforcement requests, court orders, or applicable pawn shop regulations.
- Business Transactions: In the event of a merger, sale, or transfer of assets, your information may be included as part of the transaction.
5. Data Security
We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. These measures include encryption, secure servers, and regular security reviews. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website to:
- Enhance your browsing experience.
- Remember your preferences.
- Analyze website traffic and user behavior.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access your personal information.
- Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations).
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at 929-367-0377 or [email address].
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or security of these third-party sites.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted with the revised effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically for any changes.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:
N.Y. Pawnbrokers Inc.
303 E 149th St
Bronx, New York 10451
United States
Tel: 929-367-0377