Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 17, 2026
Business Name: Sassy Threads
Website: https://sassythreadsatx.com/


1. Introduction

Sassy Threads (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is a vintage clothing store located in Austin, Texas. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.

Although we operate only in the United States, we aim to follow strong privacy principles, including transparency and data minimization.


2. Information We Collect

We collect limited personal information.

A. Information You Provide

When you contact us through our website contact form, we may collect:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Any information included in your message

This information is provided voluntarily by you.


B. Automatically Collected Information

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website.

Google Analytics may collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on pages

  • General geographic location (city/state level)

This information is used only to improve our website and customer experience.

We do not use:

  • Retargeting ads

  • Behavioral profiling

  • Automated decision-making

  • Advertising tracking tools


3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to inquiries submitted through our contact form

  • Communicate about consignment opportunities

  • Provide customer support

  • Improve our website functionality and content

Future Communications

We do not currently send marketing newsletters.

If you contact us or inquire about consignment, we may follow up with information directly related to your inquiry or our business relationship.

If we ever begin sending broader promotional or marketing emails, we will implement a clear opt-in mechanism and provide an easy way to unsubscribe.

You may request to stop receiving communications from us at any time by contacting us through our website.


4. Legal Basis for Processing (For EEA Visitors)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Consent – When you voluntarily submit your information

  • Legitimate Interests – To respond to inquiries and manage consignment relationships

  • Legal Obligations – Where required by law

You may withdraw consent at any time.


5. Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

We share limited data only with service providers necessary to operate our website:

Google Analytics

Used to analyze website traffic and improve site performance. Data may be processed on servers outside of Texas or outside the United States.

Instagram

If you interact with us via Instagram, your information is governed by Instagram’s privacy policy.

We may disclose information if required by law.


6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary:

  • Contact inquiries and consignment communications: Up to 24 months after last communication

  • Analytics data: Based on Google Analytics retention settings (typically 14–26 months)

We may retain data longer if legally required.


7. Data Security

We implement reasonable safeguards to protect your data, including:

  • SSL (HTTPS) encryption

  • Password-protected systems

  • Limited access to personal information

While we take appropriate precautions, no system is completely secure.


8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Object to certain types of processing

  • Request restriction of processing

To exercise your rights, please contact us via:

👉 https://sassythreadsatx.com/contact/

We will respond in accordance with applicable law.


9. Children’s Privacy

Sassy Threads is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If we learn that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.


10. Cookies

Our website may use essential cookies and analytics cookies for functionality and performance purposes.

You can control cookies through your browser settings.


11. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated Effective Date.


12. Contact

For any privacy-related questions or requests, please contact us through:

https://sassythreadsatx.com/contact/