Privacy Policy
Iron Range Armory LLC
Effective Date: October 17, 2025
Last Updated: October 17, 2025
Introduction
Iron Range Armory LLC ("Iron Range Armory," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.ironrangearmory.com (the "Website") or use our gunsmithing services.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Website or use our services.
We reserve the right to make changes to this Privacy Policy at any time. We will alert you about any changes by updating the "Last Updated" date of this Privacy Policy.
Table of Contents
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Information We Collect
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How We Use Your Information
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How We Share Your Information
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Cookies and Tracking Technologies
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Third-Party Services
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Data Security
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Data Retention
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Your Privacy Rights
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Children's Privacy
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California Privacy Rights
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International Users
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Federal Firearms License (FFL) Compliance
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Changes to This Policy
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Contact Us
1. Information We Collect {#information-we-collect}
We collect information from you in several ways when you use our Website or services.
1.1 Personal Information You Provide
When you interact with us, we may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
Contact Information:
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Full name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Mailing address
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Preferred method of contact
Service Request Information:
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Firearm details (make, model, caliber, serial number)
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Description of services needed
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Project specifications
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Timeline and budget preferences
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Photos or documentation you upload
Account Information:
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Username and password (if you create an account)
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Communication preferences
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Service history
Payment Information:
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Billing address
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Payment card information (processed securely through third-party processors)
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Transaction history
Communication Data:
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Content of emails, messages, or calls with us
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Feedback, reviews, or survey responses
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Support inquiries
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our Website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage:
Device and Usage Information:
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IP address
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Browser type and version
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Operating system
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Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
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Pages visited and time spent
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Referring website
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Date and time of visits
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Click and navigation patterns
Cookies and Similar Technologies:
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Session cookies (temporary, deleted when you close browser)
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Persistent cookies (remain until expiration or deletion)
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Analytics cookies
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Functional cookies
For more information, see Section 4: Cookies and Tracking Technologies.
1.3 Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from:
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Background check services (for FFL compliance)
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Payment processors
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Social media platforms (if you connect or interact with us there)
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Business partners or referrals
2. How We Use Your Information {#how-we-use}
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
2.1 To Provide Services
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Process your service requests and appointments
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Communicate about your project status
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Provide quotes and estimates
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Perform gunsmithing work
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Process payments and transactions
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Maintain accurate service records
2.2 To Improve Our Services
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Understand how visitors use our Website
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Identify areas for improvement
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Develop new services or features
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Analyze trends and user behavior
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Conduct internal research and analytics
2.3 To Communicate with You
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Respond to your inquiries and requests
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Send service updates and project notifications
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Provide customer support
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Send newsletters and promotional content (with your consent)
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Request feedback or reviews
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Send important updates about our services or policies
2.4 To Comply with Legal Obligations
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Maintain ATF-required records as a Type 07 FFL holder
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Respond to law enforcement requests when legally required
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Comply with applicable firearms laws and regulations
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Fulfill our legal, regulatory, and compliance obligations
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Protect our legal rights and prevent fraud
2.5 For Business Operations
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Process transactions and manage accounts
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Detect and prevent fraud or unauthorized access
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Maintain security of our systems
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Enforce our Terms of Service
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Resolve disputes
3. How We Share Your Information {#how-we-share}
Iron Range Armory does not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
3.1 Service Providers
We share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our business:
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Payment processors (e.g., credit card processing companies)
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Website hosting and maintenance providers
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Email and communication services
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Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
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Customer relationship management (CRM) tools
These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
3.2 Legal Requirements and Law Enforcement
We may disclose your information when required by law or in response to:
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Valid legal process (subpoenas, court orders, warrants)
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Law enforcement requests
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ATF inspections and compliance audits
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Government investigations
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Requests to protect public safety
Note: As a Type 07 FFL holder, we are required by federal law (27 CFR Part 478) to maintain records of firearms transactions and make them available to the ATF upon request.
3.3 Business Transfers
If Iron Range Armory is involved in a merger, acquisition, asset sale, or bankruptcy, your information may be transferred to the successor entity. You will be notified via email and/or a prominent notice on our Website of any change in ownership or use of your personal information.
3.4 With Your Consent
We may share your information for purposes not described in this Privacy Policy when we have your explicit consent.
3.5 Aggregated or De-Identified Data
We may share aggregated or de-identified information that cannot reasonably be used to identify you. For example, we might share statistics about Website traffic or service trends.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies {#cookies}
4.1 What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites remember your preferences and improve your experience.
4.2 Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies:
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Required for Website functionality
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Enable core features like security and accessibility
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Cannot be disabled without affecting Website performance
Analytics Cookies:
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Help us understand how visitors use our Website
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Collect anonymous data on page views, clicks, and navigation
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Used to improve Website performance and user experience
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Example: Google Analytics
Functional Cookies:
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Remember your preferences and settings
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Enable personalized features
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Improve your user experience
4.3 Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our Website:
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Google Analytics (for website analytics)
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Social media platforms (if you interact with embedded content)
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Payment processors
4.4 Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
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Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies
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You can set your browser to notify you when cookies are sent
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Disabling cookies may limit Website functionality
To learn more about managing cookies:
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Chrome: chrome://settings/cookies
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Firefox: about:preferences#privacy
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Safari: Preferences > Privacy
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Edge: edge://settings/privacy
Opt-Out of Google Analytics: Visit: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
5. Third-Party Services {#third-party}
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or content not operated by Iron Range Armory.
We are not responsible for:
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Privacy practices of third-party websites
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Content or accuracy of third-party services
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Data collection by third parties
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
Third-Party Services We Use:
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Google Analytics (website analytics)
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Payment processors (e.g., Stripe, Square, PayPal)
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Email services (e.g., Google Workspace, Mailchimp)
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Social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube)
6. Data Security {#data-security}
6.1 Security Measures
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information, including:
Technical Safeguards:
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SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
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Secure hosting infrastructure
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Firewall protection
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Regular security updates and patches
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Secure payment processing (PCI-DSS compliant processors)
Administrative Safeguards:
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Access controls and authentication
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Employee training on data protection
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Confidentiality agreements with staff and service providers
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Regular security assessments
Physical Safeguards:
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Secure storage of physical records
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Controlled access to facilities and filing systems
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Locked storage for sensitive documents
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Proper disposal of records (shredding, secure deletion)
6.2 Limitations
Please understand:
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No method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure
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No electronic storage method is completely secure
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We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information
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You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
6.3 Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach that compromises your personal information, we will:
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Notify affected individuals as required by Minnesota law (Minn. Stat. § 325E.61)
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Report the breach to appropriate authorities
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Take immediate steps to mitigate harm
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Investigate the cause and implement additional safeguards
7. Data Retention {#data-retention}
7.1 How Long We Keep Your Information
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
Service Records:
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Retained for the duration of service relationship plus 7 years
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Required for warranty purposes and business records
ATF Records (FFL Compliance):
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Firearms transaction records retained for minimum of 20 years as required by 27 CFR § 478.129
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ATF Acquisition and Disposition (A&D) records maintained permanently
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Required by federal law for firearms licensees
Payment Records:
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Retained for 7 years for tax and accounting purposes
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Required by IRS regulations
Marketing Communications:
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Retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion
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Minimum retention for legitimate business interests
Website Analytics:
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Typically retained for 26 months (Google Analytics default)
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Anonymous data may be retained longer
7.2 Deletion of Information
After the retention period expires, we will:
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Delete or anonymize your personal information
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Securely destroy physical records
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Remove data from backup systems where feasible
Note: Some information may be retained in backup systems or archived records for legal compliance purposes even after deletion requests.
8. Your Privacy Rights {#your-rights}
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
8.1 Access and Correction
Right to Access: You may request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
Right to Correct: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
8.2 Deletion
Right to Delete: You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to:
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Legal obligations to retain records (ATF requirements)
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Legitimate business purposes
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Ongoing service relationships
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Legal claims or disputes
8.3 Opt-Out Rights
Marketing Communications:
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Unsubscribe from promotional emails using the link in each email
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Contact us to opt out of phone or mail marketing
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Opt-out will not affect transactional communications (service updates, invoices, etc.)
Cookie Tracking:
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Use browser settings to manage cookies
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Opt out of Google Analytics tracking
8.4 Data Portability
You may request a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used format.
8.5 Objection
You may object to processing of your personal information for direct marketing purposes.
8.6 How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:
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Mailing Address: 14284 384th St. Menahga, MN 56464
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Email: ironrangearmory.us@gmail.com
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Phone: 715-600-3232
We will respond within:
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45 days for most requests
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90 days for complex requests
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We may require verification of your identity before processing requests
9. Children's Privacy {#children}
Iron Range Armory's services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. We will delete such information from our records.
Federal law prohibits:
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Sale or transfer of firearms to persons under 18 (rifles/shotguns) or 21 (handguns)
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Possession of firearms by minors except under specific circumstances
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We verify age eligibility for all services
10. California Privacy Rights {#california}
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).
10.1 Categories of Information Collected
In the past 12 months, we have collected the following categories of personal information:
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Identifiers (name, email, phone, address)
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Commercial information (transaction history, preferences)
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Internet activity (browsing data, interactions)
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Professional information (business relationships)
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Geolocation data (approximate location from IP address)
10.2 California Consumer Rights
California residents may request:
Right to Know:
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Categories of personal information collected
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Specific pieces of personal information we hold
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Sources of information
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Purposes for collection and sharing
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Third parties with whom we share information
Right to Delete:
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Request deletion of personal information (subject to exceptions)
Right to Opt-Out:
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Opt out of "sale" of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
Right to Non-Discrimination:
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We will not discriminate against you for exercising CCPA rights
10.3 How to Submit a Request
California residents can submit requests by:
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Mailing Address: 14284 384th St. Menahga, MN 56464
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Email: ironrangearmory.us@gmail.com
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Phone: 715-600-3232
We will verify your identity before processing requests and respond within 45 days.
10.4 Authorized Agents
You may designate an authorized agent to make requests on your behalf. The agent must provide proof of authorization.
10.5 Shine the Light Law
California Civil Code § 1798.83 permits California residents to request information about disclosure of personal information to third parties for direct marketing purposes. We do not share personal information with third parties for their direct marketing purposes.
11. International Users {#international}
Iron Range Armory is based in the United States and our services are primarily directed to users in the United States.
If you access our Website from outside the United States:
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Your information will be transferred to and processed in the United States
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U.S. privacy laws may differ from laws in your country
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By using our services, you consent to transfer and processing in the U.S.
Note: Firearms regulations vary by country. We only provide services in compliance with U.S. federal and state laws. International customers must comply with all applicable import/export and firearms laws in their jurisdiction.
12. Federal Firearms License (FFL) Compliance {#ffl-compliance}
As a Type 07 FFL holder, Iron Range Armory is subject to federal firearms regulations that affect how we handle your information.
12.1 ATF Recordkeeping Requirements
Federal law (27 CFR Part 478) requires us to:
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Maintain records of all firearms received and returned
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Record firearm make, model, serial number, caliber, and owner information
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Maintain Acquisition and Disposition (A&D) records
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Keep records for minimum of 20 years
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Make records available to ATF for inspection
These records may include:
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Your name and address
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Firearm information
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Dates of receipt and return
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Nature of services performed
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Any modifications made
12.2 ATF Inspections
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) may inspect our records without prior notice. During inspections, ATF agents may view records containing your personal information.
12.3 Law Enforcement Cooperation
We are required to cooperate with law enforcement investigations, including:
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Responding to firearms trace requests
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Providing records pursuant to court orders or warrants
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Reporting suspected criminal activity
12.4 Privacy and Compliance Balance
While we take your privacy seriously, federal firearms laws require certain disclosures and recordkeeping that supersede general privacy practices. We maintain only the information required by law and protect it with appropriate security measures.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy {#changes}
13.1 Updates
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Website.
13.2 Notification of Changes
When we make material changes, we will:
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Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
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Post a notice on our Website homepage
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Send email notification to registered users (if applicable)
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Provide prominent notice for significant changes
13.3 Your Continued Use
Your continued use of our Website or services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
13.4 Review Regularly
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
14. Contact Us {#contact}
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Iron Range Armory LLC
Mailing Address: 14284 384th St. Menahga, MN 56464
Email: ironrangearmory.us@gmail.com
Phone: 715-600-3232
Website: www.ironrangearmory.com
Type 07 FFL Licensed
Business Hours:
Monday-Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Central Time (By Appointment)
Saturday & Sunday: Closed (By Appointment Only)
14.1 Response Time
We will respond to privacy inquiries within:
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5 business days for general questions
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45 days for formal data requests
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As required by applicable law for specific rights requests
14.2 Complaints
If you believe we have not complied with this Privacy Policy or applicable privacy laws, you may file a complaint with:
Minnesota Attorney General's Office
445 Minnesota Street, Suite 1400
St. Paul, MN 55101
Phone: (651) 296-3353
Website: ag.state.mn.us
Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20580
Phone: (202) 326-2222
Website: ftc.gov/complaint
Summary of Key Points
Information We Collect:
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Contact and service request information you provide
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Firearm details for service purposes
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Website usage data through cookies and analytics
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Payment information (processed securely)
How We Use It:
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Provide gunsmithing services
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Communicate about your projects
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Improve our services and Website
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Comply with FFL legal obligations
How We Protect It:
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Secure encryption and storage
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Limited access controls
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Regular security updates
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Compliance with data protection standards
Your Rights:
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Access, correct, or delete your information
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Opt out of marketing communications
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Request data portability
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File complaints about privacy practices
Legal Requirements:
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ATF records retained for 20+ years (federal law)
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Cooperation with law enforcement when legally required
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Compliance with firearms regulations
We Do Not:
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Sell your personal information to third parties
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Share data except as described in this policy
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Knowingly collect information from children under 18
Effective Date: October 17, 2025
Last Updated: October 17, 2025
© 2026 Iron Range Armory LLC. All Rights Reserved.
This Privacy Policy is a legal document. Please read it carefully and contact us with any questions.
