Privacy Policy for VanTon Arms

Last Updated: March 4, 2025

At VanTon Arms, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled securely and responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data when you visit our website, make purchases, or interact with our services as a licensed Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) dealer.

1. Purpose

This Privacy Policy outlines how VanTon Arms collects, uses, and safeguards your personal information. By using our website or services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Key Points

2.1 Data Collection Methods

We collect information from you when you:

Visit our website
Register for an account
Make a purchase
Subscribe to our newsletter
Contact us via email, phone, or our contact form
Complete federally required firearms transaction forms
Use our website’s chat or customer support features
Participate in promotions, contests, or surveys

The types of information we may collect include:

Personal identification information (name, email address, phone number, date of birth, etc.)
Government-issued identification details (driver’s license number, social security number, etc.)
Payment information (credit card details, billing address, transaction history)
Firearm-related information (make, model, serial number, purchase details)
Usage data (IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on our site, device information, cookies, and tracking data)

We may also collect information from third parties, such as background check services, in compliance with applicable firearm regulations.

2.2 Use of Personal Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

To provide, operate, and maintain our services
To process and fulfill orders, including firearm transfers
To conduct mandatory background checks as required by federal law
To verify age and eligibility for firearm purchases
To comply with federal, state, and local firearm regulations
To communicate with you regarding your orders, inquiries, and account updates
To send newsletters, marketing communications, and promotional offers (with your consent)
To improve our website, products, and services based on user feedback and usage data
To detect, prevent, and address fraud, security threats, or legal violations
To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms and policies

2.3 Third-Party Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties without your consent, except in the following situations:

To trusted third parties who assist in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing customers, as long as they agree to keep information confidential
To payment processors that specialize in high-risk transactions related to firearm sales
To government agencies or law enforcement as required by federal, state, and local firearm laws
To third-party service providers for background checks and compliance with FFL regulations
To protect our legal rights, prevent fraud, or ensure public safety

We require all third parties handling your data to comply with strict security and confidentiality measures.

2.4 Data Security Measures

We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information:

SSL encryption to secure sensitive data
Regular security audits and malware scanning
Restricted access to personal information within our organization
Secure storage of physical and digital records
Employee training on data privacy and security best practices
Compliance with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Fair Information Practice Principles

Despite these measures, no data transmission over the internet is 100% secure. You acknowledge that security risks exist and agree to take precautions when sharing personal information online.

2.5 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience, analyze site traffic, and personalize content. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect site functionality.

2.6 User Rights

You have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you
Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information
Request deletion of your personal information (except where retention is legally required)
Object to processing or request limitations on data usage
Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time
Request a copy of your personal data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

3. Retention of Information

We retain personal information related to firearm transactions as required by federal law. This includes Form 4473 and bound book entries, which must be retained for at least 20 years. Other data is retained only as long as necessary for operational or legal compliance purposes.

4. International Users

VanTon Arms operates within the United States. If you access our services from outside the U.S., you acknowledge that your data will be processed in accordance with U.S. laws, which may differ from the laws in your country.

5. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we learn that we have collected information from a minor, we will delete it immediately.

6. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify users of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page and sending notifications via email when necessary. Changes are effective immediately upon posting.

7. Contact Us

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

VanTon Arms
102 W 3rd Street
Casey, IA 50048
Email: [email protected]

Thank you for trusting VanTon Arms with your personal information. We are dedicated to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your data while complying with all applicable firearm regulations.