Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 20, 2024

This Privacy Policy describes Our policies and procedures on the collection, use and disclosure of Your information when You use the Service and tells You about Your privacy rights and how the law protects You.

We use Your Personal data to provide and improve the Service. By using the Service, You agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. This Privacy Policy has been created with the help of the Privacy Policy Generator.

Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation

The words of which the initial letter is capitalized have meanings defined under the following conditions. The following definitions shall have the same meaning regardless of whether they appear in singular or in plural.

Definitions

For the purposes of this Privacy Policy:

  • Account means a unique account created for You to access our Service or parts of our Service.
  • Affiliate means an entity that controls, is controlled by or is under common control with a party, where “control” means ownership of 50% or more of the shares, equity interest or other securities entitled to vote for election of directors or other managing authority.
  • Company (referred to as either “the Company”, “We”, “Us” or “Our” in this Agreement) refers to ICH Firearms LLC , 312 Hanna Ct Chester MD 21619.
  • Cookies are small files that are placed on Your computer, mobile device or any other device by a website, containing the details of Your browsing history on that website among its many uses.
  • Country refers to: Maryland, United States
  • Device means any device that can access the Service such as a computer, a cellphone or a digital tablet.
  • Personal Data is any information that relates to an identified or identifiable individual.
  • Service refers to the Website.
  • Service Provider means any natural or legal person who processes the data on behalf of the Company. It refers to third-party companies or individuals employed by the Company to facilitate the Service, to provide the Service on behalf of the Company, to perform services related to the Service or to assist the Company in analyzing how the Service is used.
  • Usage Data refers to data collected automatically, either generated by the use of the Service or from the Service infrastructure itself (for example, the duration of a page visit).
  • Website refers to ICH Firearms , accessible from Https://www.ichfirearms.com
  • You means the individual accessing or using the Service, or the company, or other legal entity on behalf of which such individual is accessing or using the Service, as applicable.

Collecting and Using Your Personal Data

Types of Data Collected

Personal Data

While using Our Service, We may ask You to provide Us with certain personally identifiable information that can be used to contact or identify You. Personally identifiable information may include, but is not limited to:

  • Email address
  • First name and last name
  • Phone number
  • Address, State, Province, ZIP/Postal code, City
  • Usage Data

Usage Data

Usage Data is collected automatically when using the Service.

Usage Data may include information such as Your Device’s Internet Protocol address (e.g. IP address), browser type, browser version, the pages of our Service that You visit, the time and date of Your visit, the time spent on those pages, unique device identifiers and other diagnostic data.

When You access the Service by or through a mobile device, We may collect certain information automatically, including, but not limited to, the type of mobile device You use, Your mobile device unique ID, the IP address of Your mobile device, Your mobile operating system, the type of mobile Internet browser You use, unique device identifiers and other diagnostic data.

We may also collect information that Your browser sends whenever You visit our Service or when You access the Service by or through a mobile device.

Tracking Technologies and Cookies

We use Cookies and similar tracking technologies to track the activity on Our Service and store certain information. Tracking technologies used are beacons, tags, and scripts to collect and track information and to improve and analyze Our Service. The technologies We use may include:

  • Cookies or Browser Cookies. A cookie is a small file placed on Your Device. You can instruct Your browser to refuse all Cookies or to indicate when a Cookie is being sent. However, if You do not accept Cookies, You may not be able to use some parts of our Service. Unless you have adjusted Your browser setting so that it will refuse Cookies, our Service may use Cookies.
  • Web Beacons. Certain sections of our Service and our emails may contain small electronic files known as web beacons (also referred to as clear gifs, pixel tags, and single-pixel gifs) that permit the Company, for example, to count users who have visited those pages or opened an email and for other related website statistics (for example, recording the popularity of a certain section and verifying system and server integrity).

Cookies can be “Persistent” or “Session” Cookies. Persistent Cookies remain on Your personal computer or mobile device when You go offline, while Session Cookies are deleted as soon as You close Your web browser. You can learn more about cookies on TermsFeed website article.

We use both Session and Persistent Cookies for the purposes set out below:

  • Necessary / Essential Cookies Type: Session Cookies Administered by: Us Purpose: These Cookies are essential to provide You with services available through the Website and to enable You to use some of its features. They help to authenticate users and prevent fraudulent use of user accounts. Without these Cookies, the services that You have asked for cannot be provided, and We only use these Cookies to provide You with those services.
  • Cookies Policy / Notice Acceptance Cookies Type: Persistent Cookies Administered by: Us Purpose: These Cookies identify if users have accepted the use of cookies on the Website.
  • Functionality Cookies Type: Persistent Cookies Administered by: Us Purpose: These Cookies allow us to remember choices You make when You use the Website, such as remembering your login details or language preference. The purpose of these Cookies is to provide You with a more personal experience and to avoid You having to re-enter your preferences every time You use the Website.

For more information about the cookies we use and your choices regarding cookies, please visit our Cookies Policy or the Cookies section of our Privacy Policy.

Use of Your Personal Data

The Company may use Personal Data for the following purposes:

  • To provide and maintain our Service, including to monitor the usage of our Service.
  • To manage Your Account: to manage Your registration as a user of the Service. The Personal Data You provide can give You access to different functionalities of the Service that are available to You as a registered user.
  • For the performance of a contract: the development, compliance and undertaking of the purchase contract for the products, items or services You have purchased or of any other contract with Us through the Service.
  • To contact You: To contact You by email, telephone calls, SMS, or other equivalent forms of electronic communication, such as a mobile application’s push notifications regarding updates or informative communications related to the functionalities, products or contracted services, including the security updates, when necessary or reasonable for their implementation.
  • To provide You with news, special offers and general information about other goods, services and events which we offer that are similar to those that you have already purchased or enquired about unless You have opted not to receive such information.
  • To manage Your requests: To attend and manage Your requests to Us.
  • For business transfers: We may use Your information to evaluate or conduct a merger, divestiture, restructuring, reorganization, dissolution, or other sale or transfer of some or all of Our assets, whether as a going concern or as part of bankruptcy, liquidation, or similar proceeding, in which Personal Data held by Us about our Service users is among the assets transferred.
  • For other purposes: We may use Your information for other purposes, such as data analysis, identifying usage trends, determining the effectiveness of our promotional campaigns and to evaluate and improve our Service, products, services, marketing and your experience.

We may share Your personal information in the following situations:

  • With Service Providers: We may share Your personal information with Service Providers to monitor and analyze the use of our Service, to contact You.
  • For business transfers: We may share or transfer Your personal information in connection with, or during negotiations of, any merger, sale of Company assets, financing, or acquisition of all or a portion of Our business to another company.
  • With Affiliates: We may share Your information with Our affiliates, in which case we will require those affiliates to honor this Privacy Policy. Affiliates include Our parent company and any other subsidiaries, joint venture partners or other companies that We control or that are under common control with Us.
  • With business partners: We may share Your information with Our business partners to offer You certain products, services or promotions.
  • With other users: when You share personal information or otherwise interact in the public areas with other users, such information may be viewed by all users and may be publicly distributed outside.
  • With Your consent: We may disclose Your personal information for any other purpose with Your consent.

Retention of Your Personal Data

The Company will retain Your Personal Data only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy. We will retain and use Your Personal Data to the extent necessary to comply with our legal obligations (for example, if we are required to retain your data to comply with applicable laws), resolve disputes, and enforce our legal agreements and policies.

The Company will also retain Usage Data for internal analysis purposes. Usage Data is generally retained for a shorter period of time, except when this data is used to strengthen the security or to improve the functionality of Our Service, or We are legally obligated to retain this data for longer time periods.

Transfer of Your Personal Data

Your information, including Personal Data, is processed at the Company’s operating offices and in any other places where the parties involved in the processing are located. It means that this information may be transferred to — and maintained on — computers located outside of Your state, province, country or other governmental jurisdiction where the data protection laws may differ than those from Your jurisdiction.

Your consent to this Privacy Policy followed by Your submission of such information represents Your agreement to that transfer.

The Company will take all steps reasonably necessary to ensure that Your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy and no transfer of Your Personal Data will take place to an organization or a country unless there are adequate controls in place including the security of Your data and other personal information.

Delete Your Personal Data

You have the right to delete or request that We assist in deleting the Personal Data that We have collected about You.

Our Service may give You the ability to delete certain information about You from within the Service.

You may update, amend, or delete Your information at any time by signing in to Your Account, if you have one, and visiting the account settings section that allows you to manage Your personal information. You may also contact Us to request access to, correct, or delete any personal information that You have provided to Us.

Please note, however, that We may need to retain certain information when we have a legal obligation or lawful basis to do so.

Disclosure of Your Personal Data

Business Transactions

If the Company is involved in a merger, acquisition or asset sale, Your Personal Data may be transferred. We will provide notice before Your Personal Data is transferred and becomes subject to a different Privacy Policy.

Law enforcement

Under certain circumstances, the Company may be required to disclose Your Personal Data if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g. a court or a government agency).

Other legal requirements

The Company may disclose Your Personal Data in the good faith belief that such action is necessary to:

  • Comply with a legal obligation
  • Protect and defend the rights or property of the Company
  • Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing in connection with the Service
  • Protect the personal safety of Users of the Service or the public
  • Protect against legal liability

Security of Your Personal Data

The security of Your Personal Data is important to Us, but remember that no method of transmission over the Internet, or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While We strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect Your Personal Data, We cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Children’s Privacy

Our Service does not address anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from anyone under the age of 13. If You are a parent or guardian and You are aware that Your child has provided Us with Personal Data, please contact Us. If We become aware that We have collected Personal Data from anyone under the age of 13 without verification of parental consent, We take steps to remove that information from Our servers.

If We need to rely on consent as a legal basis for processing Your information and Your country requires consent from a parent, We may require Your parent’s consent before We collect and use that information.

Collection of Personal Information for Firearm Transactions

We collect specific personal information necessary to process firearm transactions, verify eligibility, and comply with federal regulations. This may include full name, address, date of birth, government-issued identification, Social Security number (if required for specific background checks), fingerprints, photographs, and other relevant personal information for background check purposes.

Background Checks for Firearm Purchases

In compliance with the Gun Control Act (GCA), all firearm purchases are subject to a background check through the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS). Your personal information will be transmitted to the FBI or another authorized entity for the purpose of verifying your eligibility to purchase firearms.

NFA-Regulated Firearm Purchases

For the purchase or transfer of National Firearms Act (NFA)-regulated items, such as suppressors, short-barreled rifles, and machine guns, we are required to collect additional personal information, including fingerprints and photographs, as part of the approval process through the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). This data will be submitted to the ATF for review, and retained as required by law.

Age Verification for Firearm Purchases

We verify the age of all customers purchasing firearms to ensure compliance with the Gun Control Act (GCA), which sets age restrictions for purchasing firearms. Customers must be at least 18 years old to purchase rifles and shotguns, and at least 21 years old to purchase handguns.

Retention of Firearm Transaction Data

We retain records of firearm transactions, including personal information and transaction details, for the period required by federal law. These records are securely stored and accessible only to authorized personnel for the purposes of compliance with the Gun Control Act (GCA) and National Firearms Act (NFA).

Sharing of Personal Information with Government Agencies

We may share your personal information with government agencies, such as the FBI, ATF, or local law enforcement, for the purpose of conducting background checks, processing firearm transactions, or complying with regulatory requirements under the Gun Control Act (GCA) and National Firearms Act (NFA).

Data Protection and Security

We take extensive measures to safeguard your personal information, including Social Security numbers, government-issued IDs, fingerprints, and other sensitive data, in compliance with the Gun Control Act (GCA) and National Firearms Act (NFA). All sensitive data is encrypted and stored securely to prevent unauthorized access.

Right to Access and Correct Personal Information

You have the right to access and correct any personal information we hold about you, including information related to firearm transactions. If you need to update or correct any data, please contact us directly.

Notification of Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our data handling practices, particularly regarding firearm transactions and compliance with the Gun Control Act (GCA) and National Firearms Act (NFA). Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) / California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)

As a business that collects personal information from California residents, we comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). California residents have specific rights regarding their personal information. This section outlines your rights under these laws:

1. Categories of Personal Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

  • Identifiers, such as name, address, email address, and phone number.
  • Commercial information, such as records of products or services purchased, obtained, or considered.
  • Financial information, such as payment card details for transactions.
  • Protected classification characteristics, such as age (for firearm transactions).
  • Internet or network activity, such as browsing history and interactions with our website.
  • Geolocation data, such as IP addresses.
  • Other personal information, such as government-issued identification for firearm purchases or transfers.

2. Use of Personal Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • To process firearm purchases, including background checks, and to comply with applicable federal and state laws (such as the Gun Control Act (GCA) and National Firearms Act (NFA)).
  • To communicate with you about your transactions, orders, and customer service inquiries.
  • To comply with regulatory requirements, including retaining transaction records for required periods.
  • To improve our services and website, including using cookies and analytics tools.
  • To provide marketing communications and promotional offers, with your consent.

3. Sharing of Personal Information

We may share your personal information with third parties for the following purposes:

  • With government agencies, such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), and other law enforcement agencies for background checks and compliance with federal and state laws.
  • With service providers who assist with payment processing, shipping, and customer support.
  • As required by law, such as in response to a subpoena or legal request.

4. California Resident Rights

Under the CCPA/CPRA, California residents have the following rights regarding their personal information:

  • Right to Know: You have the right to request information about the categories of personal information we have collected, used, shared, or sold, as well as the specific pieces of personal information we have about you.
  • Right to Delete: You have the right to request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions (e.g., if we are required to retain it for legal or operational purposes).
  • Right to Opt-Out: You have the right to request that we do not sell your personal information (if applicable). We do not sell personal information, but if this changes in the future, we will provide a mechanism for you to opt out.
  • Right to Correct: You have the right to request the correction of any inaccurate personal information we have collected about you.
  • Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your rights under the CCPA/CPRA, such as denying you goods or services or charging you different prices.

5. How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise your rights under the CCPA/CPRA, including the right to know, delete, or correct your personal information, please contact us at:

  • Email Address: Sales@ICHfirearms.com
  • Phone Number: 410-246-8411

We will respond to your request within the time frame required by law. Please note that we may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy or as required by law, including retaining records for firearm transactions and background checks in accordance with the Gun Control Act (GCA) and National Firearms Act (NFA).

7. Notice of Financial Incentives

If we offer any financial incentives or loyalty programs that involve the collection of personal information, we will provide additional notices as required by the CCPA/CPRA and obtain your consent before offering such incentives.

8. Changes to This Section

We may update this section of our privacy policy to comply with changes to the CCPA/CPRA or other applicable laws. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we will notify you if required.

Shine the Light Law (California Civil Code § 1798.83)

California residents may request information about the categories of personal information shared with third parties for marketing purposes. To make such a request, please contact us using the details above.

Your California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you may have additional privacy rights under California law. If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please follow the instructions in the sections above.

By adding these sections, your privacy policy will comply with both federal firearm transaction laws (GCA and NFA) as well as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) / California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) for California residents. Make sure to regularly review your privacy policy to remain compliant with any new legal requirements.

Links to Other Websites

Our Service may contain links to other websites that are not operated by Us. If You click on a third party link, You will be directed to that third party’s site. We strongly advise You to review the Privacy Policy of every site You visit.

We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies or practices of any third party sites or services.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update Our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify You of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page.

We will let You know via email and/or a prominent notice on Our Service, prior to the change becoming effective and update the “Last updated” date at the top of this Privacy Policy.

You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, You can contact us:

  • By email: Sales@ichfirearms.com