Privacy policy

 

Last Updated: July 6, 2026

 

Welcome to Middle Eastern Threads ("we," "our," or "us"). Your privacy is important to us, and we're committed to being transparent about how we collect, use, and protect your information.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit our website, place an order, sign up for emails or SMS updates, or otherwise interact with our brand.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

 

Information We Collect

Depending on how you interact with our website, we may collect the following information:

Information You Provide

When you place an order, contact us, or subscribe to our marketing, you may provide:

  • Name
  • Billing address
  • Shipping address
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Payment information (processed securely by our payment providers)
  • Order history
  • Customer service communications

We do not store your complete credit or debit card information.

 

Information Collected Automatically

When you browse our website, certain information is collected automatically, including:

  • IP address
  • Device type
  • Browser type
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on pages
  • Referring website
  • Shopping activity
  • General location based on your IP address

This information helps us improve our website, understand customer behavior, and provide a better shopping experience.

 

Cookies & Similar Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to help provide a better experience.

Cookies help us:

  • Remember items in your shopping cart
  • Keep you logged in when applicable
  • Understand how visitors use our website
  • Measure website performance
  • Improve our products and services
  • Personalize your shopping experience

Most web browsers allow you to manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain website features.

 

Analytics

We use website analytics tools to better understand how visitors interact with our website.

These tools may collect information such as:

  • Pages viewed
  • Time spent on the site
  • Device information
  • General geographic location
  • Website performance data

This information helps us improve our website and customer experience.

 

Email & SMS Marketing

By providing your mobile phone number and opting in, you confirm that:

  • You are the authorized user of the mobile number provided.
  • You consent to receive recurring automated marketing and informational text messages from Middle Eastern Threads.
  • Your consent is not a condition of making a purchase.

If you choose to subscribe, we may send you:

  • New product releases
  • Restock announcements
  • Promotions
  • Exclusive offers
  • Brand updates
  • Order notifications

You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by clicking the "Unsubscribe" link included in our emails.

For SMS messages, you may opt out at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in the message or by replying with the designated opt-out keyword if supported by our messaging provider.

Opting out of marketing communications will not prevent us from sending important transactional messages related to your orders.

 

Payment Information

Payments are processed through trusted third-party payment providers.

Middle Eastern Threads does not store your complete payment card information on our servers.

Payment processing is subject to the privacy and security practices of the payment provider you choose during checkout.

 

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process and fulfill orders
  • Ship products
  • Provide customer support
  • Process returns and exchanges
  • Send order updates
  • Respond to questions
  • Improve our website
  • Prevent fraud
  • Detect unauthorized activity
  • Improve our products and services
  • Send marketing communications if you choose to receive them

We only use your information for legitimate business purposes consistent with this Privacy Policy.

 

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share your information only when necessary with trusted service providers that help us operate our business, including:

  • Payment processors
  • Shipping carriers
  • Order fulfillment services
  • Email and SMS marketing providers
  • Website hosting providers
  • Analytics providers
  • Fraud prevention services

These providers receive only the information necessary to perform their services and are expected to protect your information.

We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect our legal rights, customers, or business.

 

International Customers

If you access our website or place an order from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States.

By using our website, you acknowledge and agree to this transfer and processing of your information.

 

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13.

Customers under the age of 18 should use our website only with the involvement and permission of a parent or legal guardian.

If you believe a child has provided us with personal information without appropriate consent, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.

 

Your Privacy Choices

You have choices regarding how your personal information is used.

Marketing Emails

You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by clicking the "Unsubscribe" link included in our emails.

Please note that even if you unsubscribe from marketing emails, we may still send important transactional emails related to your orders, returns, account activity, or customer service requests.

SMS Marketing

If you have opted in to receive SMS marketing messages, you may opt out at any time by following the instructions provided in the message or by replying with the designated opt-out keyword if supported by our messaging provider.

Opting out of marketing messages does not prevent us from sending transactional text messages when necessary, such as order or delivery updates.

Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain features of our website, including shopping cart functionality and website performance.

 

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information under applicable law.

These rights may include the ability to:

  • Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
  • Request correction of inaccurate information.
  • Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal or business recordkeeping requirements.
  • Request information about how your personal information has been used or shared.
  • Withdraw your consent for marketing communications at any time.

To exercise any applicable privacy rights, please contact us using the information provided at the end of this Privacy Policy.

We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling certain requests.

 

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to:

  • Fulfill your orders.
  • Provide customer support.
  • Process returns or exchanges.
  • Maintain accurate business and tax records.
  • Comply with legal obligations.
  • Resolve disputes.
  • Enforce our agreements.

When personal information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it where appropriate.

 

Data Security

Protecting your information is important to us.

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to help protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, misuse, alteration, or destruction.

However, no method of transmitting information over the internet or storing electronic data is completely secure. While we work hard to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

 

Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services for your convenience.

Once you leave our website, this Privacy Policy no longer applies.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

 

California Privacy Notice

If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under applicable California privacy laws.

Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to:

  • Know what categories of personal information we collect.
  • Request access to certain personal information we maintain.
  • Request deletion of eligible personal information.
  • Correct inaccurate personal information.
  • Limit certain uses of sensitive personal information where required by law.

Middle Eastern Threads does not sell your personal information.

To submit a privacy request, please contact us using the information listed below.

 

Changes to This Privacy Policy

As our business grows, we may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

When changes are made, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.

Your continued use of our website after changes have been posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

 

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or would like to exercise your applicable privacy rights, please contact us.

Middle Eastern Threads

Email: middleeasternthreads@gmail.com

Business Location: Michigan, United States

We are committed to protecting your privacy and appreciate the trust you place in Middle Eastern Threads.