Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 29, 2025

INTRODUCTION

This Privacy Policy describes how HQ IMPORTS LLC ("HQ IMPORTS," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares your personal information when you visit or make a purchase from www.hqimp.com (the "Site"). HQ IMPORTS is a wholesale distributor specializing in souvenirs, serving business-to-business (B2B) customers throughout the United States. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. By using our Site, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy. This Privacy Policy shall be treated as an integral part of our Terms of Service. By agreeing to our Terms of Service, you acknowledge and accept this Privacy Policy, as revised from time to time.

PERSONAL INFORMATION WE COLLECT

Account Information

When you create an account on our Site, we collect the following information: business name, contact person name, billing address, shipping address, email address, phone number, business license or resale certificate information, and tax identification number (where applicable).

Order Information

When you place an order or attempt to place an order through the Site, we collect information necessary to process your transaction, including: payment information (credit card, debit card, PayPal, Apple Pay, or Google Pay details), purchase history, and shipping preferences.

Device Information

When you visit the Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including: IP address, web browser type and version, time zone, operating system, date and time of access, referring website or search terms, and information about how you interact with the Site.

Technologies Used for Data Collection

  • Cookies: Data files placed on your device that often include an anonymous unique identifier. For more information about cookies and how to disable them, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.
  • Log Files: Track actions occurring on the Site and collect data including your IP address, browser type, Internet service provider, referring/exit pages, and date/time stamps.
  • Web Beacons and Pixels: Electronic files used to record information about how you browse the Site and measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.

HOW WE USE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • Order Fulfillment: Processing your payment information, arranging for shipping, providing invoices and order confirmations, and communicating with you regarding your orders.
  • Account Management: Creating and managing your wholesale account, verifying your business credentials, and maintaining accurate records.
  • Communication: Responding to your inquiries, providing customer support, and sending important notices about your account or transactions.
  • Marketing: Sending newsletters, new product alerts, promotional offers, and sales information to help you save money on your wholesale purchases (you may opt out at any time).
  • Security and Fraud Prevention: Screening orders for potential risk or fraud, protecting our Site and customers from unauthorized access or malicious activity.
  • Site Optimization: Analyzing how customers browse and interact with our Site, assessing the success of our marketing campaigns, and improving our services.

SHARING YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our business, including payment processors, shipping companies, and marketing platforms. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
  • Analytics: We use Google Analytics to understand how our customers use the Site. You can learn more about how Google uses your information at Google Privacy Policy. You can opt out of Google Analytics at Google Analytics Opt-out.
  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information to comply with applicable laws and regulations, respond to a subpoena, search warrant, or other lawful request for information, or to protect our rights and the rights of others.

BEHAVIORAL ADVERTISING

We may use your personal information to provide you with targeted advertisements or marketing communications we believe may be of interest to you. For more information about how targeted advertising works, visit the Network Advertising Initiative's educational page. You can opt out of targeted advertising through the following platforms: Facebook (facebook.com/settings/?tab=ads), Google (google.com/settings/ads/anonymous), and Digital Advertising Alliance (optout.aboutads.info).

USE OF COOKIES

We use cookies to enhance your experience on our Site. Upon your first visit, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or reject analytics cookies.

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Site to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, user authentication, and shopping cart features. You cannot opt out of essential cookies as they are required for the Site to operate.

Analytics Cookies

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our Site. These cookies collect information about your browsing behavior, pages visited, and time spent on the Site. Analytics cookies are only activated if you click "Accept" on our cookie consent banner.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clearing your browser's local storage and revisiting the Site. You will be presented with the cookie consent banner again. Additionally, you can disable cookies entirely through your browser settings, though this may affect Site functionality.

DO NOT TRACK

Please note that we do not alter our Site's data collection and use practices when we detect a Do Not Track signal from your browser.

DATA SECURITY

We take your data security seriously. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption for all data transmissions, secure payment processing through trusted third-party providers, restricted access to personal information on a need-to-know basis, and regular security assessments and updates. While we strive to protect your personal information, please be aware that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We encourage you to keep your account credentials confidential and contact us immediately if you suspect any unauthorized access to your account.

DATA RETENTION

We will retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services, comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When you place an order through the Site, we will maintain your Order Information for our records unless and until you request its deletion.

YOUR RIGHTS

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you.
  • Correction: You may request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
  • Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.
  • Opt-Out: You may opt out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or by contacting us directly.
  • Account Cancellation: You may request cancellation of your account by contacting us. Please note that account cancellation does not exempt or mitigate any obligations or responsibilities incurred before cancellation.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to your request within 30 days of receiving and verifying your identity.

CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Our Site and services are intended exclusively for adults and business entities. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a minor, we will take steps to delete such information as soon as possible.

CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our practices, for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. For significant changes, we will notify you by posting a prominent notice on our Site.

CONTACT US

For more information about our privacy practices, if you have questions, or if you would like to exercise your rights or make a complaint, please contact us:

HQ IMPORTS LLC

13 Wilshire Court

Freeport, NY 11520

United States

Email: info@hqimp.com

Website: www.hqimp.com