Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 26, 2025

At The Driveshaft Shop, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website https://driveshaftshop.com/

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

When Purchasing Products:

  •  Your name, email address, phone number, and other identifying information

When Visiting Our Website:  

  • Your IP address, which can be used to approximate your location 
  • Which Advertisements you may have clicked on to get you to our page

A. Personal Information:

When you interact with our Site, we may collect personally identifiable information (“Personal Data”) that you provide voluntarily, including but not limited to your name, email address, phone number, and any other information you submit through forms, emails, or contact requests.

B. Usage Data:

We may collect non-personally identifiable information automatically as you use the Site, such as your IP address, browser type, device type, referring pages, and the time and date of your visit. This helps us analyze trends and improve your user experience.

C. Cookies and Tracking Technologies:

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on the Site. These technologies help us gather information about your browsing behavior and preferences. You can manage cookie settings through your browser settings if you wish to disable cookies.

D. Verbal Consent

By contacting us (The Driveshaft Shop) via phone call, you agree to receive messages from us about order status, updates, confirmations, etc. These messages will never include marketing content. We will always ask for your number before collecting this information. Message and data rates may apply, and message frequency may vary. You can text HELP for support or STOP at any time to unsubscribe. Rest assured, your phone number will not be shared with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect in the following ways:

  • To provide, maintain, and improve the Site and its functionality.
  • To respond to inquiries, customer service requests, and support.
  • To send you promotional materials, newsletters, or other communications that you have agreed to receive.
  • To analyze Site traffic and usage patterns to improve the user experience.
  • To comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes.
  • Promotional information will only be sent via email. 
  • We will never use your phone number to SMS call or text about promotional or marketing related material.
  • You will only receive marketing material through Email Newsletters which you can opt out of at ANY time via the link provided at the bottom of every email campaign.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We implement a variety of security measures to ensure the safety of your personal information when you submit or access it. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties. However, we may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our business and deliver services to you (e.g., hosting providers, email services, analytics providers). These third parties are required to protect your information and use it only for the purpose of performing services for us. No phone/mobile number information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

In certain situations, we may also disclose your information if required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena, legal process, or governmental request.

5. Your Data Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data, including the right to:

  • Access, update, or delete your personal information.
  • Object to or restrict the processing of your data.
  • Withdraw your consent at any time (if consent was previously provided).
  • Request a copy of your personal data in a portable format.

If you would like to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at (704) 633-2380

6. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by us. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information as soon as possible.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date”. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

The Driveshaft Shop
(704) 633-2380
 4530 Southmark Dr, Salisbury, NC 28147