Privacy:
Our web server automatically recognizes the visitor's domain name (not the e-mail address) and records the visitor's browser and platform type (e.g., Netscape browser on a Microsoft platform).
We use browser cookies to record the visitor's session information such as shopping selections and user-specific information on the pages the visitor selects for viewing. When a visitor gives us their e-mail address, or sends us e-mail correspondence, we retain their e-mail address. We will not share our e-mail lists with any third parties for marketing purposes. We use e-mail addresses to communicate with you regarding your orders and other matters regarding transactions. We do not sell your name or email address to other companies, nor will we send you any emails for marketing purposes.
We retain information provided by our customers, such as registration information, transaction information and contact information. Our customers also has the ability to correct inaccuracies in contact information.
Silver and Pewter Gifts does not have arrangements with any ad server companies for this Web site.
Security:
To provide credit card security and keep your personal information safe, we use Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) technology which is the most widely used data encryption coding system for secure e-commerce transactions. All customer information is encrypted (scrambled) prior to being sent over the Internet to our secure payment gateway system. Our web hosting and store front software is certified as PCI DSS compliant as required by the payment card industry. Your payment information is safe and inaccessible to other Internet users. If your browser doesn't accept the SSL technology, transactions will not be permitted. To confirm that your connection is secure, look for a locked padlock icon or solid key icon at the bottom of your browser window. The letters "https" (rather than "http") located in the URL address window at the top of your browser also indicates that you are using a secure browser.
If at any time you are uncertain about the security of our site and would like to place an order over the telephone please call 1-800-791-3878 and a customer service representative will be happy to help you. Our office hours are 8-5 EST Monday through Thursday and 8-4 EST on Fridays.