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At CRKT Store (“we”, “us”, or “our”), operating through eliteknifeshop.com, we value your trust as professionals and enthusiasts of premium cutting tools. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and share information about our customers worldwide (excluding certain Asian and remote regions).

1. Information We Collect

To serve our community of outdoor professionals, tradespeople, and collectors, we collect:

  • Personal Identification: Name, shipping/billing address, email ([email protected]), phone number
  • Payment Details: Encrypted transaction data (Visa, MasterCard, JCB, PayPal) processed with military-grade security
  • Transaction Records: Purchase history of knives/tools from Benchmade, Kershaw, Leatherman, etc.
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information for security monitoring
  • Communication Records: Correspondence with our Virginia Beach-based support team

2. How We Use Your Information

Like our precision-engineered products, we handle data with purpose:

  • Process orders for folding/fixed blade knives and sharpeners with PCI-DSS compliance
  • Provide global shipping to 150+ countries (excluding specified regions)
  • Implement 256-bit SSL encryption for all transactions
  • Monitor for fraudulent activity with 24/7 surveillance systems
  • Improve our selection of professional-grade tools through analytics
  • Respond to inquiries sent to 4870 Murry Street, Virginia Beach

3. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We maintain the discretion expected by knife professionals:

  • Payment Processors: Secure partners for Visa/MasterCard/JCB/PayPal transactions
  • Shipping Providers: Only necessary delivery information
  • Legal Compliance: When required by law enforcement with proper jurisdiction
  • Business Transfers: In case of company restructuring with confidentiality maintained

We never sell customer data to third-party marketers.

4. Data Storage & Security

We protect data with the same standards as our premium knives:

  • Tokenization technology prevents raw card data storage
  • Enterprise-level security measures for all stored information
  • Regular security audits of our systems
  • Limited employee access to sensitive data

Data is retained only as long as necessary for business or legal requirements.

5. Your Rights

As valued members of our professional community, you may:

  • Access your personal data upon verification
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Delete data not required for legal/compliance purposes
  • Opt-out of marketing communications (though we primarily send transactional emails)
  • Withdraw consent where applicable

Contact [email protected] to exercise these rights.

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use these precision tools to enhance your experience:

  • Essential Cookies: For secure checkout and account functions
  • Analytics Cookies: To improve our product offerings and site performance
  • Preference Cookies: Remembering your selected currency (USD) and region

You may adjust browser settings to manage cookies, though this may affect site functionality.

7. International Data Transfers

As a global retailer (excluding specified regions), data may be transferred internationally with appropriate safeguards, particularly for:

  • Payment processing in multiple currencies
  • Shipping logistics to our worldwide customer base

8. Policy Updates

We may update this policy as our business evolves, with changes posted on this page. Significant changes will be communicated to registered customers.

9. Contact Us

For privacy concerns or questions about our premium knife products:

CRKT Store
4870 Murry Street
Virginia Beach, US 23451
Email: [email protected]

This Privacy Policy reflects our commitment to the professional standards expected by users of Benchmade, Kershaw, and Leatherman tools worldwide.