Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2025
At Paravel Luggage, we design sustainable travel solutions while respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and manage your personal information when you visit our website or engage with our brand.
We are committed to transparency and compliance with global privacy regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and privacy laws in Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Utah.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
When you interact with Paravel Luggage, you may provide:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number when you subscribe to our newsletter, submit contact forms, or create an account
- Communication Data: Messages you send through our contact forms or email correspondence
- Newsletter Preferences: Your consent to receive marketing communications about our Aviator collection and sustainable luggage innovations
- Feedback: Product inquiries, questions about our eco-conscious materials, or general comments
Information Collected Automatically
Our website automatically collects certain technical information:
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device model, screen resolution
- Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent on site, navigation paths, referring websites
- Location Data: Approximate geographic location based on IP address
- Cookie Data: Identifiers stored through cookies and similar tracking technologies
- Analytics Information: How visitors engage with our sustainable luggage content
Information from Third Parties
We may receive information from:
- Amazon Associates: Aggregate data about referrals when you purchase Paravel Luggage products through our affiliate links
- Analytics Providers: Google Analytics and similar services that help us understand website performance
- Service Providers: Email marketing platforms, hosting services, and security tools
2. How We Use Your Information
Paravel Luggage uses your personal information for the following purposes:
Website Operation and Communication
- Respond to your inquiries about our Aviator carry-on luggage, checked luggage, and accessories
- Process newsletter subscriptions and send you updates about sustainable travel innovations
- Maintain and improve our website functionality and user experience
- Provide customer support and address technical issues
Marketing and Engagement
- Send promotional emails about Paravel Luggage collections, sustainability initiatives, and new product launches
- Personalize content based on your interests in eco-conscious travel solutions
- Share information about our recycled materials and manufacturing processes
- Notify you about special offers on luggage sets and accessories
Analytics and Improvement
- Analyze how visitors explore our sustainable luggage offerings
- Understand which Aviator products generate the most interest
- Improve our website design and navigation
- Optimize content about our eco-friendly manufacturing
Legal Compliance and Security
- Comply with applicable laws and regulatory requirements
- Protect against fraudulent or unauthorized access
- Enforce our Terms and Conditions
- Respond to legal requests and prevent misuse
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Paravel Luggage uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and gather analytics data.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable core features like page navigation and access to secure areas.
Analytics Cookies: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our sustainable luggage content. These cookies collect anonymous information about page views, session duration, and traffic sources.
Advertising Cookies: As an Amazon Associates participant, our website may use cookies to track referrals when you click links to Paravel Luggage products. These help us earn commissions while providing you with convenient shopping access.
Managing Cookies
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings:
- Block all cookies (may limit website functionality)
- Delete existing cookies from your device
- Set preferences to accept or reject specific cookie types
- Receive notifications when cookies are being set
Most browsers accept cookies by default. Consult your browser’s help documentation for specific instructions on managing cookie settings.
4. How We Share Your Information
Paravel Luggage does not sell your personal information. We may share your data with the following parties:
Service Providers
We work with trusted third-party service providers who assist with:
- Website hosting and maintenance
- Email marketing and newsletter distribution
- Analytics and performance monitoring
- Security and fraud prevention
- Data storage and backup services
These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for specified purposes.
Affiliate Partners
When you click affiliate links to purchase Paravel Luggage products on Amazon, certain referral data may be shared with Amazon Associates. This information helps track commissions but does not include your personal contact details.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information when required by law or to:
- Comply with legal obligations, court orders, or government requests
- Protect our rights, property, or safety
- Prevent fraud or security threats
- Enforce our Terms and Conditions
Business Transfers
If Paravel Luggage undergoes a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control.
5. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
Security Measures
- SSL Encryption: Our website uses Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology to encrypt data transmitted between your browser and our servers
- Access Controls: We limit access to personal information to authorized personnel only
- Regular Security Audits: We conduct periodic reviews of our security practices
- Secure Storage: Personal data is stored on protected servers with restricted access
- Third-Party Vetting: We carefully select service providers with strong security standards
While we strive to protect your information, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but continuously work to maintain robust protections.
6. Your Privacy Rights
Paravel Luggage respects your privacy rights under applicable laws. Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
All Users:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal retention requirements
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time
- Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your information in certain circumstances
GDPR Rights (European Union Residents)
If you are located in the European Union, you have additional rights under GDPR:
- Right to Access: Obtain confirmation of whether we process your data and receive a copy
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal information
- Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
- Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time
- Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with your local data protection authority
CCPA/CPRA Rights (California Residents)
If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act and California Privacy Rights Act provide:
- Right to Know: Request disclosure of what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell
- Right to Know If Sold or Shared: Learn whether we sell or share your personal information
- Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information
- Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
- Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
- Right to Limit: Limit the use and disclosure of sensitive personal information
- Right to Non-Discrimination: Exercise your rights without discriminatory treatment
Important: Paravel Luggage does not sell personal information to third parties. We participate in the Amazon Associates program, which involves sharing referral data, but this does not constitute a sale of your contact information.
Other State Privacy Rights
Virginia (VCDPA), Colorado (CPA), Connecticut (CTDPA), and Utah (UCPA) Residents:
If you reside in Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, or Utah, you have similar rights to those outlined above, including:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your personal data
- Opt out of targeted advertising
- Opt out of the sale of personal information
- Opt out of profiling for significant legal effects
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these privacy rights:
- Email us at privacy@paravel-luggage.com with your specific request
- Submit a request through our contact form
- Unsubscribe from marketing emails using the link in any newsletter
We will respond to your request within 30-45 days, as required by applicable law. We may ask you to verify your identity before processing your request to protect your information from unauthorized access.
7. Children’s Privacy
Paravel Luggage’s website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at privacy@paravel-luggage.com. We will promptly delete such information from our systems in accordance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
8. Third-Party Links and Services
Our website contains affiliate links to Amazon and other third-party websites where you can purchase Paravel Luggage products. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.
When you click a link to Amazon or another retailer:
- You leave our website and enter a third-party platform
- That platform’s privacy policy and terms apply
- We do not control how they collect or use your information
- Your purchases are subject to their policies, not ours
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit through our links.
9. Data Retention
Paravel Luggage retains your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
Retention Criteria
- Newsletter Subscribers: We retain email addresses until you unsubscribe or request deletion
- Contact Form Inquiries: We keep correspondence for customer service purposes, typically 2-3 years
- Analytics Data: We retain anonymized usage data for up to 26 months
- Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer to comply with legal obligations
When personal information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it to prevent unauthorized access or use.
10. International Data Transfers
Paravel Luggage operates primarily in the United States. If you access our website from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate.
These countries may have data protection laws different from those in your jurisdiction. We take appropriate measures to ensure your personal information receives adequate protection, including:
- Using Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
- Implementing technical and organizational safeguards
- Partnering with service providers who comply with international privacy frameworks
11. Email Communications
When you subscribe to the Paravel Luggage newsletter, you will receive:
- Updates about new sustainable luggage collections
- Information about our eco-conscious manufacturing processes
- Announcements about Aviator product launches
- Special offers on luggage sets and accessories
- Educational content about responsible travel
Unsubscribing
You can opt out of marketing emails at any time by:
- Clicking the “Unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any newsletter
- Emailing hello@paravel-luggage.com with your request
- Contacting us through our contact form
Even if you unsubscribe from marketing emails, we may still send you essential communications related to your inquiries or account (if applicable).
12. Do Not Track Signals
Some web browsers have “Do Not Track” (DNT) features that signal websites not to track your online activity. Currently, there is no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals.
Paravel Luggage does not currently respond to DNT signals, but you can control tracking through your browser’s cookie settings and opt-out mechanisms provided by third-party analytics services.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or business operations.
When we make changes:
- We will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
- Significant changes will be communicated via email to newsletter subscribers
- We may display a notice on our website homepage
- Your continued use of our website after changes constitute acceptance of the updated policy
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Us About Privacy
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us:
Paravel Luggage
3847 Innovation Parkway, Suite 220
Austin, TX 78731
United States
Email: privacy@paravel-luggage.com
General Inquiries: hello@paravel-luggage.com
The Paravel Luggage team typically responds to privacy requests within 1-3 business days. For formal data rights requests under GDPR, CCPA, or other privacy laws, we will respond within the timeframes required by applicable law (typically 30-45 days).
Paravel designs sustainable luggage from recycled materials without compromising quality or style. Our Aviator collection combines eco-conscious manufacturing with premium durability, proving responsible travel can be beautiful. Every piece is crafted to last a lifetime.
