Privacy Policy

Battle Creek Firearms Co. (“BCGUNCO,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, communicate with us, or purchase products locally at our retail location or through nationwide shipping. By using our website or services, you agree to the practices described below.

Information We Collect

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when you place an order, contact us, submit a form, or interact with our services. This information may include:

• Full name
• Billing address
• Shipping address
• Email address
• Phone number
• Payment information
• Order and transaction history
• Customer service communications

For regulated or serialized items such as firearms, additional legally required information may be collected, including:

• Government-issued identification details
• Date of birth
• Information required for background checks
• Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer contact and transfer information
• Records necessary to complete lawful firearm transfers

We may also automatically collect certain technical and usage data when you visit our website, such as:

• IP address
• Browser and device type
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on the site
• Referring websites or links
• Cookies and similar tracking data

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to operate our business responsibly and provide reliable service. Your information may be used to:

• Process and fulfill purchases
• Coordinate shipments and transfers
• Verify customer identity and eligibility
• Comply with firearm and age-related regulations
• Communicate order confirmations and updates
• Provide customer support
• Maintain accurate transaction records
• Prevent fraud or unauthorized activity
• Improve website performance and user experience

We may also send informational or promotional communications where permitted by law. You may opt out of marketing messages at any time.

Firearm Compliance and Legal Requirements

As a firearms retailer, we must comply with strict federal, state, and local regulations governing the sale and transfer of firearms and certain related products. To meet these obligations, we may:

• Collect legally required identification information
• Maintain purchase and transfer records
• Verify eligibility through background check procedures
• Retain documentation for mandated time periods
• Provide information to regulatory or law enforcement agencies when legally required

These practices help ensure that all transactions are lawful and responsible.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We only share information when necessary to operate our business or comply with legal requirements.

Your information may be shared with:

• Payment processing providers
• Shipping carriers
• Receiving FFL dealers for firearm transfers
• Website hosting and technology service providers
• Professional advisors or legal authorities when required by law

All third parties are expected to handle your data securely and use it only for authorized purposes.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance functionality and improve your browsing experience. Cookies help us:

• Remember your preferences
• Maintain secure sessions
• Analyze site traffic
• Measure website performance
• Improve usability

You may disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit certain features of the website.

Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. Security measures may include:

• Secure payment processing systems
• Restricted access to sensitive data
• Password-protected systems
• Routine monitoring and maintenance

While we take precautions to protect your information, no online transmission or storage method can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

• Complete transactions
• Provide customer service
• Maintain business and accounting records
• Meet legal and regulatory requirements

Certain firearm-related records may be retained for longer periods as required by law. When information is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or destroyed.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on applicable laws, you may have the right to:

• Request access to your personal information
• Correct inaccurate or outdated data
• Request deletion of certain non-regulated information
• Opt out of promotional communications

Please note that some information related to firearm transactions cannot be deleted due to legal record-keeping requirements.

Requests may be submitted using the contact details listed below.

Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites that operate independently from us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

Children’s Privacy

Our products and services are intended for adults who are legally eligible to purchase firearms and related products. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If we learn that information has been collected from a minor, we will take appropriate steps to remove it.

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect operational, legal, or regulatory changes. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of any changes.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or would like to exercise your rights regarding your personal information, please contact:

Battle Creek Firearms Co. (BCGUNCO)
22489 Bedford Rd N
Battle Creek, MI 49017
Phone: (269) 832-8553