Terms of Use & Privacy Policy

 

Upstate Thrift and Apparel

 


Last Updated: 12/02/2025


Address: 131 Colonie Center #355, Albany, NY 12205

Email: info@upstatethriftapparel.com

 

 

 

TERMS OF USE

 


 

1. Acceptance of Terms

 


By accessing or using the Upstate Thrift and Apparel website (the “Site”), you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.


 

2. Eligibility

 


You must be at least 18 years old or have parental consent to use this Site. By using the Site, you represent that all information you provide is accurate and truthful.


 

3. Website Use Restrictions

 


You agree not to:

 

  • Use the Site for any unlawful or fraudulent purpose

  • Attempt to interfere with the Site’s security or operation

  • Use bots, scrapers, or automated tools without permission

  • Upload harmful, offensive, or infringing content

 


We may suspend or restrict access at any time for violation of these Terms.


 

4. Product Listings & Availability

 


Upstate Thrift sells used clothing and apparel. Inventory changes quickly. Listing a product on the Site does not guarantee availability at purchase time.


All sales are final, unless otherwise stated.


 

5. Payment & Pricing

 


Prices are listed in U.S. dollars and may change without notice. We reserve the right to cancel orders if payment issues or suspected fraud arise.


 

6. Local Pickup Orders

 


All online purchases are pickup only at our physical location:


131 Colonie Center #355, Albany, NY 12205


Customers are responsible for timely pickup. Failure to pick up items may result in order cancellation without refund.


 

7. Intellectual Property

 


All text, images, graphics, logos, and content appearing on the Site belong to Upstate Thrift or licensed third parties. You may not reproduce or use these materials without permission.


 

8. Third-Party Links

 


The Site may link to external websites. These links are provided for convenience only. We are not responsible for the content or practices of third-party sites.


 

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

 


The Site and Services are provided “as is” and “as available” with no guarantees. We do not warrant that:

 

  • The Site will be error-free or uninterrupted

  • Product descriptions or inventory data will always be accurate

 


 

10. Limitation of Liability

 


To the fullest extent allowed by law, Upstate Thrift is not liable for:

 

  • Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

  • Loss of data, profits, business, or reputation

  • Technical issues or website outages

 


Your sole remedy is to discontinue use of the Site.


 

11. Indemnification

 


You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Upstate Thrift, its owners, employees, and partners from claims or damages arising from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.


 

12. Changes to Terms

 


We may revise these Terms at any time. Updates become effective once posted on this page.


 

13. Governing Law

 


These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New York. All disputes must be handled through the courts in Albany County, New York.

 

 

 

PRIVACY POLICY

 


 

1. Overview

 


This Privacy Policy explains how Upstate Thrift and Apparel (“we,” “us,” “our”) collects, uses, and protects customer information.


By using the Site, you agree to the practices described here.

 

 

 

2. Information We Collect

 


 

A. Information You Provide

 

 

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Payment information

  • Pickup or order details

 


 

B. Information Automatically Collected

 


We may collect:

 

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device data

  • Pages visited

  • Cookies and tracking information

 


This helps us improve the Site and shopping experience.

 

 

 

3. How We Use Information

 


We use personal information to:

 

  • Process purchases and prepare orders for pickup

  • Communicate with customers about orders or support

  • Improve website performance and shopper experience

  • Prevent fraud or misuse

  • Send marketing messages (only with your consent)

 


We do not sell your personal information.

 

 

 

4. Sharing Your Information

 


We may share information with:

 

  • Payment processors

  • Website hosting and service partners

  • Law enforcement when required by law

 


We do not share information with third parties for their own marketing purposes.

 

 

 

5. Cookies & Tracking

 


Cookies may be used to:

 

  • Save user preferences

  • Track analytics

  • Improve site features

 


You can disable cookies through your browser, but some features may not work properly.

 

 

 

6. Data Security

 


We use reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect personal data. However, no online system is fully secure.

 

 

 

7. Data Retention

 


We keep personal information only as long as necessary to:

 

  • Fulfill orders

  • Comply with legal requirements

  • Resolve disputes

 

 

 

 

8. Children’s Privacy

 


Our Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect children’s information. If discovered, we delete it promptly.

 

 

 

9. Your Rights

 


You may:

 

  • Request access to your personal information

  • Request corrections or updates

  • Request deletion (unless legally required to retain it)

  • Opt out of marketing communications

 


To request changes, contact info@upstatethriftapparel.com.

 

 

 

10. Third-Party Websites

 


Our Site may contain links to third-party pages. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those websites.

 

 

 

11. Updates to This Privacy Policy

 


We may update this Policy at any time. Changes become effective upon posting.

 

 

 

12. Contact Information

 


For questions about this Terms of Use or Privacy Policy:


Upstate Thrift and Apparel

131 Colonie Center #355

Albany, NY 12205

Email: info@upstatethriftapparel.com