Privacy Policy

At Polaroid Store, we cherish the trust our global community of analog photographers places in us. Just as we carefully handle every vintage camera and delicate film format in our collection, we treat your personal information with the same meticulous care and protective measures.

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

We serve a diverse international community of film enthusiasts—from seasoned collectors in Europe to emerging artists in the Americas. Our privacy practices reflect this global perspective while maintaining the highest standards of data protection.

Information We Collect

Like a well-composed photograph, we only collect what’s essential:

• Personal Identifiers: Name, email address, shipping address (like our New York headquarters at 4898 Forest Avenue), and contact information
• Payment Information: Credit card details (Visa, MasterCard, JCB) processed securely through our payment partners
• Digital Wallet Data: PayPal account information for streamlined payments
• Technical Information: IP address, browser type, and device information
• Photographic Interests: Your preferences for film formats (110, 120, 35mm, 4×5, instant) and camera equipment

How We Use Your Information

We use your data to enhance your analog photography experience:

• Process your orders for film, cameras, and accessories worldwide
• Provide customer support through our enthusiast team at [email protected]
• Ship your photographic gear to your location (excluding some Asian countries and remote areas)
• Improve our collection of vintage cameras and rare film formats
• Secure your transactions with the same care we use when packaging delicate films

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We treat your information like rare photographic equipment—with discretion and protection:

• Payment Processors: Share only necessary information with Visa, MasterCard, JCB, and PayPal
• Shipping Partners: Provide address details to deliver your Polaroid cameras and film globally
• Legal Requirements: Disclose information only when required by law
• Business Transfers: In case of company changes, we’ll notify you as we would about new film stock arrivals

Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored with the same protective measures we use for vintage camera preservation:

• Secure servers with encryption protocols
• Regular security assessments
• Limited access to personal information
• Data retention only as long as necessary for our photographic community

Your Rights and Choices

As a valued member of our film community, you have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your information
• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Export your data for personal use

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Like adjusting camera settings for the perfect shot, we use cookies to enhance your experience:

• Essential Cookies: For processing payments and managing your cart
• Preference Cookies: To remember your film format preferences
• Analytical Cookies: To improve our website performance
• Marketing Cookies: To show relevant camera and film recommendations

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, much like choosing your film ISO.

International Data Transfers

Since we serve the global analog photography community, your data may be transferred internationally, always with appropriate safeguards in place.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy as our collection evolves—from new Polaroid formats to vintage camera discoveries. Significant changes will be communicated to our community.

Thank you for trusting Polaroid Store with your photographic journey. We’re committed to protecting your privacy as faithfully as we preserve the art of analog photography.