Throughout this site, the terms "we", "us", and "our" refer to Aristocratia Élitum. We operate this website and associated store, offering all information, content, tools, features, products, and services (collectively, the "Services") to you, the user, conditioned upon your acceptance of all terms, conditions, policies, and notices stated here.

These Terms of Service (these “Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Services, including your purchase of any products offered. By visiting our site, using our Services, or making a purchase, you agree to be bound by these Terms, including our Privacy Policy and any other referenced policies.

If you do not agree to all the terms and conditions herein, you may not access the Services or use any features of the platform. If these Terms are considered an offer, acceptance is expressly limited to these Terms.

1. Eligibility & Account Creation

By agreeing to these Terms, you confirm that you are at least the age of majority in your jurisdiction, or that you are the parent or legal guardian of a minor accessing the Services with your authorization. You must provide accurate, current, and complete information when registering for an account or making a purchase, and you are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities conducted under your account.

You may not transfer or assign your account without our prior written consent. We reserve the right to refuse service, terminate accounts, or cancel orders in our sole discretion.

2. Our Products

We strive to display our products as accurately as possible. However, due to variations in device displays and settings, we cannot guarantee that the appearance, color, or texture of a product will exactly match the visuals on your screen.

Descriptions, pricing, availability, and specifications of products are subject to change without notice. We reserve the right to discontinue any product at any time. All purchases are for personal or household use only and not for resale or commercial exploitation unless explicitly agreed upon in writing.

3. Orders & Acceptance

When you submit an order, you make an offer to purchase the products selected. All orders are subject to acceptance by us, and we reserve the right to reject or cancel any order for any reason, including pricing or availability issues, suspected fraud, or violation of these Terms.

You will receive a confirmation email when your order is received, and another once it is accepted and processed. If we cancel or modify an order, we will attempt to contact you using the information provided during checkout.

Please review your order carefully. Once submitted, it may not be possible to modify or cancel the order.

4. Pricing, Payments & Billing

All prices displayed on the Services are subject to change without notice. Prices may differ between our website, third-party platforms, or physical retail outlets. Unless expressly stated, prices do not include taxes, shipping, customs duties, or other charges.

By providing payment information, you represent that you are authorized to use the payment method and authorize us (or our third-party payment processor) to charge the full amount for your order, including any applicable taxes and fees. We are not responsible for any foreign transaction fees or exchange rate fluctuations charged by your bank or card issuer.

5. Shipping & Delivery

Shipping times are estimated and not guaranteed. Once an item is handed off to a shipping carrier, risk of loss and title transfer to you. Delays due to customs, weather, logistics disruptions, or other events beyond our control are not our responsibility.

You are responsible for providing an accurate and complete shipping address. We are not liable for misdelivered or lost packages due to incorrect shipping information provided at checkout.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on the Services, including logos, graphics, text, images, audio, video, code, and design, is owned by Aristocratia Élitum or our licensors and protected by intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution is strictly prohibited.

You may access the Services for personal, non-commercial use only. No right, title, or interest is transferred to you as a result of your use. Trademarks and service marks may not be used without express written consent.

7. Third-Party Tools

We may offer access to optional tools provided by third-party platforms (e.g., Shopify apps). These tools are provided "as is" without warranties, and your use of them is entirely at your discretion. You are responsible for reviewing and understanding the terms of any third-party tool before use.

We are not liable for any damage or losses resulting from your use of these tools. Your continued use of the Services following the implementation of new tools constitutes acceptance of those tools under these Terms.

8. Third-Party Links

The Services may contain links to third-party websites or content. We do not control and are not responsible for such content, including accuracy, legality, or practices. Accessing third-party sites is at your own risk, and we encourage you to review their terms and privacy policies.

We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of or reliance on third-party websites, services, or content.

9. Shopify Relationship

Our website and e-commerce functionalities are powered by Shopify. While Shopify hosts our store, all transactions are conducted directly between you and Aristocratia Élitum.

Shopify is not a party to these transactions and disclaims all liability relating to your interactions or purchases with Aristocratia Élitum. By using our Services, you acknowledge and agree to Shopify’s limited role.

10. Privacy

Your use of the Services is subject to our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and share your personal information. As our store is hosted by Shopify, their Privacy Policy may also apply in relation to your data.

By using the Services, you consent to data processing by both Aristocratia Élitum and Shopify, which may involve cross-border data transfers. Please review both policies before using the Services.

11. Feedback & Submissions

If you submit feedback, suggestions, reviews, or other content (collectively, “Feedback”), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, and fully sublicensable right to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute such Feedback for any purpose.

You agree not to submit Feedback that is unlawful, offensive, or infringes on any third party’s rights. We reserve the right, but not the obligation, to monitor, remove, or edit Feedback at our sole discretion.

12. Errors & Omissions

We make every effort to ensure accuracy but occasionally may contain typographical errors, inaccuracies, or omissions. We reserve the right to correct such issues, and to cancel orders if any related information was inaccurate at the time of order.

13. Prohibited Uses

You may not use the Services for unlawful purposes or in any way that violates these Terms. Prohibited activities include:

13.1. Harassing or defaming others
13.2. Uploading malicious code or viruses
13.3. Engaging in fraud or impersonation
13.4. Scraping or unauthorized data collection
13.5. Circumventing security features

Violations may result in immediate termination of your account and access to the Services.

14. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Services at any time, for any reason, without notice. Upon termination, you remain liable for any outstanding payments.

The following sections will survive termination: Intellectual Property, Privacy, Feedback, Disclaimers, Limitation of Liability, Indemnification, and Governing Law.

15. Disclaimers

The Services and all content, features, and products are provided "as is" and "as available." We do not warrant that your use will be uninterrupted or error-free. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

16. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Aristocratia Élitum and our affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, punitive, or consequential damages, including lost profits or data, arising out of or related to your use of the Services or any products purchased.

Our total liability to you for any claim shall not exceed the amount paid for the product or service in question.

17. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Aristocratia Élitum, Shopify, and our affiliates from any claims, losses, or expenses arising out of your use of the Services, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any rights.

We reserve the right to control any defense or settlement and require your cooperation in the matter.

18. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision shall be deemed severed, and the remainder of the Terms shall remain valid and enforceable.

19. Waiver & Entire Agreement

Failure to enforce any part of these Terms is not a waiver of our rights. These Terms, including any policies referenced, constitute the entire agreement between you and Aristocratia Élitum regarding your use of the Services.

20. Assignment

You may not assign or transfer your rights under these Terms without our written consent. We may assign our rights or obligations at any time without notice.

21. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which Aristocratia Élitum is headquartered. You consent to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the courts located there for all disputes arising from or related to these Terms or your use of the Services.

22. Contact Information

Questions about the Terms of Service should be sent to us at:

📧 legal@aristocratiaelitum.com

Returns are accepted within 7 days of delivery. To qualify, items must be unused, unworn, and returned in their original packaging with all tags and protective seals intact. We do not accept returns on final sale items, gift cards, custom or personalized products, or items damaged due to misuse.

If your order arrives damaged or incorrect, you must report it within 48 hours of delivery, including your order number and clear photo or video proof. Refunds are issued to the original payment method after inspection and approval. Please allow 5–10 business days for the refund to reflect in your account.

Customers are responsible for return shipping costs unless the item is defective or incorrect. For international orders, shipping fees, customs duties, and taxes are non-refundable. Orders may be canceled within 2 hours of placement only.

We reserve the right to refuse refunds in cases of suspected misuse or fraud. Nota bene — returns are processed with fairness and care, upholding our commitment to quality and trust.

Orders at Aristocratia Élitum are shipped directly from our global partners. Standard delivery takes 10–30 business days, depending on destination and customs.

While we aim for timely delivery, unforeseen delays by couriers or customs are beyond our control. We do not guarantee exact delivery dates and are not liable for delays once an order is in transit.

Tracking details will be shared once your order is dispatched. Please ensure your shipping information is accurate, as we cannot redirect orders once shipped.

Every order is handled with precision and shipped securely — because elegance is worth the wait.

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 Purpose of this Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy outlines how ARISTOCRATIA ÉLITUM ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your data by applicable data protection laws, including but not limited to the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 ("GDPR"), the California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA"), and other relevant global privacy standards. This document applies to all users of our website, services, and products.

1.2 Legal Basis
We process your data lawfully, fairly, and transparently under one or more legal bases, including your explicit consent, the necessity of processing for the performance of a contract, compliance with legal obligations, protection of vital interests, and legitimate interests pursued by the Company.

1.3 Scope of the Policy
This policy applies to all personal data collected through our website, e-commerce platform, marketing campaigns, customer support interactions, and affiliated services.

2. DATA COLLECTION

2.1 Information You Provide Directly
We collect personal data you provide when creating an account, placing an order, contacting support, signing up for newsletters, or interacting with our site. This includes your name, email address, billing and shipping addresses, phone number, payment information, and communications.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information
We use cookies, web beacons, log files, and other tracking technologies to collect data on website usage, IP addresses, browser types, operating systems, pages visited, and session duration. This helps improve user experience and enhance security.

2.3 Third-Party Data
We may collect data from third-party sources, such as payment processors, advertising networks, and data verification services, to verify identity, prevent fraud, and improve services.

3. USE OF PERSONAL DATA

3.1 Order Fulfillment and Customer Support
Your data is used to process and deliver your orders, communicate order status, and handle queries, complaints, and requests efficiently.

3.2 Marketing and Personalization
With your consent, we send newsletters, promotional offers, and tailored content. You can opt out at any time. We analyze user behavior to provide personalized experiences.

3.3 Compliance and Legal Obligations
We may process your data to comply with applicable laws, regulatory requirements, court orders, and legitimate requests by public authorities.

3.4 Security and Fraud Prevention
Your data is used to detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent activities, abuse, and threats to the security of our platform.

3.5 Internal Analytics
We use de-identified and aggregated data for internal purposes, including business analysis, product development, and service optimization.

4. DATA SHARING AND DISCLOSURE

4.1 Third-Party Service Providers
We share personal data with trusted vendors and service providers who assist in payment processing, delivery, data storage, analytics, email marketing, and legal services.

4.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your data when required to comply with a legal obligation, protect our rights or safety, enforce our terms and conditions, or respond to lawful requests from authorities.

4.3 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your data may be transferred as part of the business transaction.

4.4 International Transfers
If we transfer your data outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses, data processing agreements, and adequacy decisions, are in place.

5. DATA RETENTION

5.1 Retention Periods
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Specific retention periods vary by data type and legal obligation.

5.2 Deletion Procedures
Once data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted, anonymized, or aggregated to prevent identification.

6. YOUR RIGHTS UNDER GDPR

6.1 Right to Access
You can request confirmation of whether we process your data and obtain a copy of the data.

6.2 Right to Rectification
You have the right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.

6.3 Right to Erasure
You can request deletion of your data, subject to legal or contractual obligations that may require its retention.

6.4 Right to Restrict Processing
You may request limited processing of your data under certain conditions.

6.5 Right to Data Portability
You can request your data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format.

6.6 Right to Object
You have the right to object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.

6.7 Right to Withdraw Consent
You can withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior processing.

6.8 Right to Lodge a Complaint
You can complain to your local data protection authority.

7. SECURITY MEASURES

7.1 Technical Safeguards
We use secure servers, SSL encryption, firewalls, and pseudonymization techniques to protect your data.

7.2 Organizational Measures
Access to personal data is limited to authorized personnel under strict confidentiality agreements. Regular audits and access controls are enforced.

7.3 Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach that may result in a risk to your rights or freedoms, we will notify you and the relevant authorities as required by law.

8 Account Information & Use

When you create an account on Aristocratia Élitum, we collect and securely store information such as your name, email address, shipping addresses, and any other relevant contact details you provide. This information is used to personalize your experience, facilitate checkout, provide order updates, and offer exclusive access to services, benefits, and membership programs, such as Aristocratia Privé.

We do not share or sell your data with third parties for marketing purposes. Your data is stored securely in compliance with international data protection laws, and is only accessible to authorized personnel for operational purposes.

You may request access to or deletion of your account data at any time by contacting us at:
📧 support@aristocratiaelitum.com

You must be 18 years or older to create an account. If you are under 18, a parent or guardian must approve your account creation and supervise its use.

9. COOKIE POLICY

9.1 Purpose of Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to provide a seamless, personalized, and secure experience across our website. Cookies are small data files placed on your device to recognize you, retain your preferences, and ensure optimal functionality.

9.2 Types of Cookies Used

We use a limited set of cookie types:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website operations such as secure login, shopping cart management, and transaction processing.
  
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand visitor behavior and site performance through aggregated analytics.
  
• Functional Cookies: Enable enhanced features like saved preferences, language selection, and user customization.
  
• Advertising Cookies: May be used in collaboration with partners to deliver relevant ads and measure marketing effectiveness.
  

9.3 Cookie Consent

By continuing to use our site, you consent to our use of cookies unless you have adjusted your browser settings to disable them. You may withdraw or modify your consent at any time.

9.4 Managing Cookies

You can manage cookie settings through your browser’s preferences. Please note that disabling certain cookies may impact the availability or functionality of some features on our site.

9.5 Third-Party Cookies

We may permit trusted third parties such as Google Analytics, Meta, and Shopify to set cookies for analytics, performance, and personalization in compliance with applicable privacy laws.

10. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

10.1 Age Restrictions
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors without verified parental consent.

10.2 Data Removal
If we discover that we have collected personal data from a child under 16 without verification, we will promptly delete the data.

11. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

11.1 External Sites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

12. INTERNATIONAL USERS

12.1 Cross-Border Transfers
For users outside of India or the EEA, your data may be processed in the country where our servers or third-party providers are located. We implement legal mechanisms for compliant international data transfers.

13. CONTACT INFORMATION

13.1 Data Controller Details
ARISTOCRATIA ÉLITUM
Founder: Aaryan Malik
Origin: India
Email: legal@aristocratiaelitum.com
Phone: +91 7300-731115

13.2 Data Processors

We may use third-party service providers to process personal data on our behalf. These processors include, but are not limited to:

• Shopify Inc – Hosting, ecommerce infrastructure
  
• Google LLC – Analytics, performance tracking
  
• Meta Platforms, Inc. – Advertising and engagement. These processors are contractually obligated to protect your data and comply with applicable data protection laws.

13.3 Payment Processors

We may use one or more trusted third-party payment processors to handle payment transactions on our behalf. These processors collect, use, and store your payment data under their privacy policies and applicable regulations. While ARISTOCRATIA ÉLITUM, does not directly store your full payment card details, we ensure that all processors we work with are PCI-DSS compliant and maintain industry-standard safeguards for financial data.

By purchasing on our website, you agree to the processing of your payment data by such third-party providers. For more information on their respective privacy practices, we encourage you to review the policies of each payment gateway you interact with during checkout.

14. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

14.1 Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect legal or operational changes. Updates will be posted on our site with a revised effective date.

14.2 Notification
Where appropriate, we will notify users of significant changes via email or on-site pop-ups.

At ARISTOCRATIA ÉLITUM, we are fully committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of our customers, in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679.

We only collect and process personal data when absolutely necessary, and always with full transparency. This includes information required to fulfill orders, provide customer support, and enhance your experience on our website.

Our GDPR commitments include:

1. Only collecting data that is necessary for specific, legitimate purposes

2. Obtaining clear consent before collecting or processing personal data

3. Providing access, correction, or deletion of your data upon request

4. Ensuring appropriate security and encryption of your personal data

5. Never selling or misusing your data for third-party marketing

For full details on how we handle your data, please see our Privacy Policy.

If you have any questions or requests related to your personal data, please contact us at legal@aristocratiaelitum.com.