Privacy Policy for Tampa Bay eBikes
Tampa Bay eBikes - Privacy Policy & Terms of Use
Effective date: 3/16/2023
Please read carefully before using this site. This site is owned and operated by Tampa Bay eBikes, LLC. At Tampa Bay eBikes, your privacy is of utmost importance to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, store, and use the personal information we obtain from our customers. By using our website and services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. We retain the authority to modify, amend, or delete portions of these terms at our discretion. We encourage you to review the terms periodically for updates. Your continued engagement with this site signifies your acceptance of any revised terms.
1. Terms of Use
Please read these Terms of Use ("Terms") carefully before using the Tampa Bay eBikes website (the "Service") operated by Tampa Bay eBikes ("us", "we", or "our"). Your access to and use of the Service is conditioned upon your acceptance of and compliance with these Terms. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who wish to access or use the Service.
2. Information Collection and Use
We collect various types of personal information to provide and improve our services. The types of information we collect may include, but are not limited to:
- Personal identification information (such as name, email address, phone number, and shipping address)
- Payment information (such as credit card details)
- Usage data (such as browsing history, search queries, and preferences)
We use this information for the following purposes:
- To process and fulfill orders
- To provide and maintain our services
- To notify you about updates to our services
- To provide customer support
- To gather valuable information to improve our services
- To detect, prevent, and address technical issues
3. Information Storage
Your personal information is securely stored on our servers, which are protected by industry-standard security measures. We take necessary precautions to safeguard your data from unauthorized access, modification, disclosure, or destruction.
4. Information Sharing
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your personal information with trusted third-party service providers to perform functions on our behalf, such as payment processing, order fulfillment, or data analysis. These third parties are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes for which it was disclosed.
5. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites and encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
6. Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to remove that information from our servers.
7. Cookies
We use cookies to collect information about your activity on our website. Cookies are small files that a site or its service provider transfers to your computer's hard drive through your web browser, enabling the site to recognize your browser and remember certain information. You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings, but note that some parts of our website may not function properly without them.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Once the retention period expires, we will either delete or anonymize your personal information.
9. Your Rights
You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information held by Tampa Bay eBikes. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the contact information provided below.
10. Security Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach involving your personal information, we will notify you as required by Florida law and take appropriate steps to mitigate any potential harm.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
12. EU-US Privacy Shield and Swiss-US Privacy Shield Framework
Tampa Bay eBikes complies with the EU-US Privacy Shield Framework and the Swiss-US Privacy Shield Framework as set forth by the US Department of Commerce regarding the collection, use, and retention of personal information transferred from the European Union, the United Kingdom, and Switzerland to the United States. We have certified to the Department of Commerce that we adhere to the Privacy Shield Principles.
If there is any conflict between the terms in this Privacy Policy and the Privacy Shield Principles, the Privacy Shield Principles shall govern. To learn more about the Privacy Shield program and to view our certification, please visit https://www.privacyshield.gov/.
In compliance with the Privacy Shield Principles, Tampa Bay eBikes commits to resolve complaints about our collection or use of your personal information. EU, UK, and Swiss individuals with inquiries or complaints regarding our Privacy Shield policy should first contact us at the contact information provided in Section 11 of this Privacy Policy.
Tampa Bay eBikes has further committed to cooperate with the panel established by the EU data protection authorities (DPAs), the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), and the Swiss Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner (FDPIC) with regard to unresolved Privacy Shield complaints concerning data transferred from the EU, the UK, and Switzerland.
13. Web Accessibility Policy
At Tampa Bay eBikes, we are committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to everyone. We continually strive to improve the accessibility and usability of our site, adhering to available standards and guidelines to provide an inclusive experience for all users.
14. Accessibility Standards
Our website aims to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA, developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). These guidelines define how to make web content.
15. Disclaimer
The information contained on the Tampa Bay eBikes website is for general information purposes only. Tampa Bay eBikes assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions in the contents of the website.
In no event shall Tampa Bay eBikes be liable for any special, direct, indirect, consequential, or incidental damages or any damages whatsoever, whether in an action of contract, negligence or other tort, arising out of or in connection with the use of the website or the contents of the website. Tampa Bay eBikes reserves the right to make additions, deletions, or modifications to the contents on the website at any time without prior notice.
Tampa Bay eBikes does not warrant that the website is free of viruses or other harmful components. The website may contain links to external websites that are not provided or maintained by or in any way affiliated with Tampa Bay eBikes. Please note that Tampa Bay eBikes does not guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of any information on these external websites.
This disclaimer is subject to change at any time. Please review it periodically for updates.
16. Information and Pricing
Tampa Bay eBikes strives to provide accurate and up-to-date information regarding our products and services. However, we cannot guarantee that all information presented on our website is free of errors, omissions, or inaccuracies.
17. Product Information
- We make every effort to accurately represent the features, specifications, and details of the products available for purchase on our website. However, we do not guarantee that the information is always complete, accurate, or current. Product images on the website are for illustrative purposes only, and actual products may vary in appearance.
18. Pricing
- All prices displayed on the website are subject to change without notice. While we endeavor to maintain accurate pricing information, we cannot guarantee that the price displayed at any given time is the most current price for a product or service.
- In the event that a pricing error occurs on the website, Tampa Bay eBikes reserves the right to cancel any orders placed at the incorrect price. If your order is canceled due to a pricing error, we will notify you promptly and issue a refund for the full amount paid.
19. Taxes and Additional Charges
- Prices displayed on the website do not include sales tax, shipping fees, or other additional charges that may apply to your purchase. These charges will be calculated and displayed during the checkout process before you complete your order.
20. Price Adjustments and Promotions
- Tampa Bay eBikes may offer promotions, discounts, or price adjustments at our discretion. Promotional pricing and discounts are applicable only to the specific products and timeframes indicated and cannot be applied to previous purchases, future purchases, or purchases made outside of the promotional period.
21. Forums
Tampa Bay eBikes may provide forums, message boards, or other interactive platforms on our website for users to engage in discussions, share opinions, and exchange information. By participating in our forums, you agree to the following terms and conditions:
- User Conduct
When using our forums, you agree to communicate in a respectful, polite, and professional manner. We reserve the right to remove, edit, or modify any content posted in the forums that we deem inappropriate, offensive, abusive, or in violation of these terms and conditions. Users who repeatedly violate these terms may be banned from using our forums.
When using our forums, you agree to communicate in a respectful, polite, and professional manner. We reserve the right to remove, edit, or modify any content posted in the forums that we deem inappropriate, offensive, abusive, or in violation of these terms and conditions. Users who repeatedly violate these terms may be banned from using our forums.
- User-Generated Content
You are responsible for any content that you post, share, or upload to the forums. By submitting content to our forums, you grant Tampa Bay eBikes a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, and fully sublicensable right to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, and display such content throughout the world in any media.
- Intellectual Property
You agree not to post or share any content that infringes upon the intellectual property rights of others, including but not limited to copyright, trademark, or patent rights. If you believe that your intellectual property rights have been infringed upon by content posted on our forums, please contact us using the contact information provided on our website.
- Privacy
Please be mindful of the information you share in our forums, as any content you post may be publicly accessible. We encourage you to protect your privacy by not sharing personal or sensitive information, such as your full name, address, phone number, or email address, in the forums. For more information on how we handle your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
- Disclaimer
The opinions and views expressed in our forums are those of the individual users and do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of Tampa Bay eBikes. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information posted in the forums and assume no responsibility for any consequences arising from the use of such information.
- Indemnification
22. Limitation of Liability for Tampa Bay eBikes
- To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall Tampa Bay eBikes, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, suppliers, or licensors be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, punitive, or exemplary damages, including but not limited to, damages for loss of profits, revenue, goodwill, use, data, or other intangible losses (even if Tampa Bay eBikes has been advised of the possibility of such damages), resulting from: The use of, or the inability to use, the website, products, or services;
- The cost of procurement of substitute goods and services resulting from any goods, data, information, or services purchased or obtained, or messages received or transactions entered into through or from the website;
- Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data;
- Statements or conduct of any third party on the website;
- Any other matter relating to the website, products, or services.
In any case, Tampa Bay eBikes' liability shall be limited to the amount paid by the user for the specific product or service that caused the damage, or, if no payment was made, the amount of $0.00
23. Waiver for Tampa Bay eBikes
By using the Tampa Bay eBikes website, products, or services, you agree to waive and release Tampa Bay eBikes, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, suppliers, and licensors from any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses, including attorney's fees and costs, arising from or related to:
- Your use of, or inability to use, the website, products, or services;
- Any product or service purchased or obtained through the website;
- Any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in the content, information, or materials provided on the website;
- Any unauthorized access to or use of our servers, systems, or data;
- Any interruption or cessation of transmission to or from our website;Any bugs, viruses, Trojan horses, or other harmful components that may be transmitted to or through our website by any third party;
- Any errors or omissions in any content or for any loss or damage incurred as a result of the use of any content posted, emailed, transmitted, or otherwise made available through the website.
This waiver applies to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law and does not affect any rights that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law. If you do not agree with this waiver, do not use the Tampa Bay eBikes website, products, or services.
24. Entire Agreement
- These Terms and Conditions, along with any other legal notices, policies, or guidelines published on the Tampa Bay eBikes website, constitute the entire agreement between you and Tampa Bay eBikes with respect to your use of the website, products, and services. This agreement supersedes and replaces any and all prior or contemporaneous agreements, understandings, representations, warranties, and communications, whether written or oral, between you and Tampa Bay eBikes regarding the subject matter hereof.
- No amendment, modification, or waiver of any provision of these Terms and Conditions shall be effective unless it is in writing, signed by an authorized representative of Tampa Bay eBikes, and expressly states that it is intended to amend, modify, or waive a provision of these Terms and Conditions. No oral representations, statements, or inducements have been made apart from this written agreement.
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If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable under applicable law, that provision shall be deemed modified to the minimum extent necessary to conform to applicable law, or if not possible, it shall be severed and deleted from these Terms and Conditions, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
25. eBike Usage, Safety, and Compliance for Tampa Bay eBikes
By purchasing or using an eBike from Tampa Bay eBikes, you agree to the following terms and conditions:
- Local Laws and Regulations: You are responsible for complying with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations governing the use, operation, and maintenance of eBikes. This may include, but is not limited to, helmet requirements, age restrictions, licensing, registration, and insurance requirements.
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Proper Use and Maintenance: You agree to use the eBike in a responsible and safe manner, in accordance with the user manual and any instructions provided by Tampa Bay eBikes. You are responsible for performing regular maintenance on your eBike, such as checking tire pressure, brakes, and battery charge, as well as ensuring that all safety equipment is in good working order.
- Assumption of Risk: You acknowledge that riding an eBike involves inherent risks, including the risk of injury, property damage, or death, and you assume all such risks associated with the use of the eBike. Tampa Bay eBikes shall not be liable for any injuries, damages, or losses resulting from the use or misuse of the eBike.
- Warranty: Tampa Bay eBikes does not provide its own warranty for the eBikes sold. Instead, the warranty is provided by the respective manufacturers of the products. These warranties cover defects in materials and workmanship under normal use, as specified in the manufacturer's warranty policy. This warranty does not cover damage or defects resulting from improper use, accidents, neglect, unauthorized modifications, or normal wear and tear. For warranty claims, please contact the manufacturer directly or follow the warranty procedures provided with your eBike.
26. Returns and Exchanges At Tampa Bay eBikes, we are committed to providing our customers with high-quality electric bikes and excellent service. If you are not completely satisfied with your electric bike purchase, please review our refund policy below.
Refund Eligibility
To be eligible for a refund, the following conditions must be met:
- The item must be returned within 3 days of the purchase date.
- The Item must be free from damage, dents or scratches.
- The item must be in its original, unused condition with all packaging materials, manuals, and accessories included.
- A valid proof of purchase must be provided (e.g., order confirmation or invoice).
Non-refundable Items
The following items are non-refundable:
- Gift cards.
- Sale or clearance items.
- Items damaged due to misuse or improper installation.
- Any item not in its original condition, damaged, or missing parts.
- Electric bikes damaged due to misuse, improper installation, or unauthorized modifications
Return Shipping
Customers are responsible for the return shipping costs. We recommend using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance, as we cannot guarantee that we will receive your returned item.
Refund Processing
Once your return is received and inspected, we will send you an email notification confirming the receipt and approval or rejection of your refund. If approved, your refund will be processed, and a credit will be applied to your original method of payment within 7-10 business days.
Late or Missing Refunds If you have not received your refund after 10 business days, please check your bank account or credit card company first. It may take additional time for the refund to be posted. If you have done this and still have not received your refund, please contact our customer support at support@tampabayebikes.com.
Exchanges
We only replace items if they are defective or damaged upon receipt. To initiate an exchange, please contact us at support@tampabayebikes.com with your order number and a detailed description of the issue.
Restocking Fee
A 10% restocking fee will be deducted from the total refund amount for all returned electric bikes. This fee covers the cost of processing, inspecting, and restocking the returned items.
By making a purchase on our website, you agree to this refund policy. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact our customer support team at support@tampabayebikes.com
- Returns and Exchanges: If you are not satisfied with your eBike purchase, you may return or exchange it in accordance with our Return and Exchange Policy. Please review the policy for details on eligibility, timelines, and procedures for returns and exchanges.
- Modifications and Accessories: Any modifications, alterations, or additions of third-party components or accessories to your eBike may void the warranty, affect the performance and safety of the eBike, and increase the risk of accidents. Tampa Bay eBikes shall not be responsible for any consequences resulting from such modifications, alterations, or additions.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our Policy's, please contact us at:
Tampa Bay eBikes
4004 S Macdill Ave Unit 6
Tampa FL, 33611
727.228.1975
privacy@tampabayebikes.com