Privacy

At the TAU Shop, we value your privacy and are dedicated to protecting your
personal data. This Privacy and Cookies Policy outlines how we collect, use, and
secure your information when interacting with our e-commerce platform.

1. Who We Are
Tel Aviv University (TAU) is committed to protecting the privacy of its employees,
students, visitors, and anyone with a research or administrative connection to the
University. This policy reflects TAU’s ongoing efforts to balance privacy with other
University interests, such as academic freedom, research promotion, security, public
order, and efficient management.
The TAU Shop is powered by Shopify, a global e-commerce platform. Shopify assists
us in managing orders, processing payments, and delivering your purchases.
For more information about Shopify's privacy practices, please visit Sopify’s Privacy
Policy.

2. Information We Collect
We collect personal information at the TAU Shop when you place orders, register an
account, or use our website. This may include your name, contact details, and
payment information. Additionally, we collect data through cookies to enhance your
browsing experience. (For more details, please see the Cookies section below.)
Credit card information is processed securely by our payment processor and is not
stored on our servers.

3. How We Use Your Data
Your data is used to process transactions, manage your account, and improve our
services. With your consent, we may also send you tailored promotional
communications and updates based on your preferences.

4. Why We Use Your Data
We process your data to fulfill contractual obligations, such as completing your
purchase or managing your account. We may also use it to enhance your experience
on our platform, respond to your inquiries, or send you newsletters if requested.

5. Sharing of Information
We do not sell your data. However, we may share your information with trusted third-
party service providers, such as payment processors and shipping companies, to
fulfill your orders. Additionally, we may engage third-party providers to assist with
website functionality.

6. Data Protection
We employ industry-standard encryption (SSL) and security measures to protect your
personal data. Access to sensitive information is restricted to authorized personnel
only.

7. Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience,
personalize content, and analyze website traffic. Cookies are small text files stored
on your device that help us remember your preferences and understand how you
interact with our site. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser
settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain
features on our site.

8. Contact Information
If you have any inquiries regarding privacy protection, please contact us at:
taushop@tauex.tau.ac.il