Effective Date: 09/12/2025
Last Updated: 09/12/2025
At Bear Arms, your privacy is very important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website www.beararmsco.com, shop in-store, or use our services. By using our website or visiting our store, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you interact with Bear Arms:
Personal Information You Provide:
Name, billing/shipping address, email address, phone number
Payment information (processed securely by third-party providers)
Information provided when creating an account or making a purchase
Firearm Purchase & Transfer Information (as required by law):
Valid identification details
Firearm transfer records and background check information
Automatically Collected Information:
IP address, browser type, device type, and usage data
Cookies and tracking technologies to improve user experience
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information may be used to:
Process and fulfill online and in-store orders
Verify identity for firearm transfers and comply with legal requirements
Respond to customer inquiries and provide support
Send order confirmations, shipping updates, and important notifications
Improve website functionality, services, and user experience
Send marketing communications (only if you opt in)
3. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share information in the following situations:
Legal Compliance: To comply with federal, state, and local firearm laws, including ATF regulations and background check requirements.
Service Providers: With trusted third-party providers for payment processing, shipping, website hosting, analytics, or marketing support.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
4. Firearm Purchase & Compliance
As a federally licensed firearms dealer (FFL), Bear Arms is required to comply with strict regulations. Information collected for firearm sales and transfers will be stored and shared with government agencies as required by law. This information will not be used for marketing purposes.
5. Cookies & Tracking
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze traffic, and personalize content. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but certain website features may not function properly without them.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information using industry-standard security measures. While no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, we work to safeguard your data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
7. Your Rights & Choices
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:
Accessing, updating, or correcting your information
Opting out of marketing emails
Requesting deletion of your personal data (except where required by firearm regulations)
To exercise these rights, please contact us.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites.
9. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. Firearm purchases are restricted to individuals who meet all federal and state legal requirements.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:
Bear Arms
1209 S. High St.
El Dorado Springs, MO 64744
Phone: 417-876-1200