In Florida, an e-commerce website must comply with state and federal laws that govern consumer protection, data privacy, advertising, and business operations. Here’s a breakdown of the key Florida laws and federal regulations you must follow as an e-commerce business:

1. Florida Information Protection Act (FIPA) – Fla. Stat. § 501.171

• What it does: Requires businesses that collect personal information from Florida residents to implement reasonable security measures.
• Key compliance duties:
• Protect personal information (e.g., names + SSNs, financial data, etc.).
• Notify affected individuals within 30 days of a data breach.
• Ensure third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors) also comply.

If you collect customer data (even just emails and addresses), you must follow FIPA.

2. Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act (FDUTPA) – Fla. Stat. §§ 501.201–213

• What it does: Prohibits deceptive, unfair, or misleading business practices.
• Examples of violations:
• False advertising or pricing
• Hidden fees or misleading refund policies
• Failure to honor return guarantees
• Best practices:
• Be transparent in product descriptions, pricing, and return policies.
• Use clear, easy-to-find Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.
• Avoid overpromising (“limited edition,” “one-of-a-kind,” etc.) unless true.

3. Florida Sales Tax Laws – Fla. Stat. Chapter 212

• What it does: Requires most businesses selling tangible goods in Florida to collect and remit Florida state sales tax.
• Requirements:
• Register with the Florida Department of Revenue (DOR).
• Collect 6% state sales tax, plus any county surtax.
• File and remit taxes monthly or quarterly, depending on your volume.

4. Florida’s Email and Marketing Regulations

• Must comply with CAN-SPAM Act (federal), but Florida enforces it locally.
• Key points:
• No deceptive subject lines or sender names.
• Provide a clear opt-out/unsubscribe option in every email.
• Honor opt-out requests promptly (within 10 business days).

5. E-Commerce & Consumer Contracts (Electronic Signatures Act – Fla. Stat. § 668.50)

• Recognizes electronic signatures and records as legally binding in Florida.
• Your checkout terms and clickwrap agreements are enforceable if users clearly agree (e.g., via checkbox + link to terms).

6. Children’s Online Privacy

• Governed by federal COPPA, but if you knowingly collect info from children under 13, you're also liable under Florida’s consumer protection laws.
• Best practice: Avoid targeting kids under 13 unless you're COPPA compliant.

7. Other Federal Laws That Apply in Florida

• FTC Act – prohibits unfair or deceptive business practices.
• ADA Compliance – courts have held that websites must be accessible under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
• PCI DSS – If you process credit card payments, you must follow Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards.

 

📜 Terms and Conditions for Ori Galleries, LLC

Effective Date: July 24, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms.

By using the Site, you agree to these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you disagree, do not use the Site. By placing an order, you acknowledge that your electronic acceptance (e.g., clicking “Place Order”) constitutes a legally binding agreement under Florida’s Electronic Signature Act (Fla. Stat. § 668.50).

2. Intellectual Property.

All artwork, images, content, and design elements are the property of Ori Galleries, LLC or its licensors. Use without permission is prohibited.

3. User Accounts.

You are responsible for your login credentials and all activity under your account. Misuse of account information may result in suspension or termination.

4. Product Descriptions.

We strive for accuracy, but do not guarantee that product descriptions or prices are always error-free. While we aim to provide accurate and current information, Ori Galleries, LLC does not warrant that product descriptions, images, or pricing are error-free. If a product is mispriced or misrepresented, we reserve the right to correct the error and cancel or refuse any affected orders.

5. Order Acceptance & Payment.

All orders are subject to review and acceptance. We reserve the right to cancel orders for any reason, including pricing errors or stock unavailability. Payment information is processed securely through third-party providers.

6. Shipping & Risk of Loss.

Shipping terms and costs are shown at checkout. Risk of loss transfers to the buyer upon shipment. We comply with Florida's delivery and fulfillment transparency requirements.

7. Return Policy.

Returns must be initiated within 4 days of delivery and items must be in original condition. Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the buyer unless the return is due to an error on our part. Refunds will be issued to the original payment method once the item is received and inspected. 

8. Taxes.

All applicable state and local sales taxes will be added to your order total where required by law. Buyers are responsible for any other taxes or fees applicable to their purchase. 

9. Disclaimer of Warranties.

All products are sold "as is" and without warranties of any kind, express or implied.

10. Limitation of Liability.

To the fullest extent permitted under Florida law, Ori Galleries, LLC shall not be liable for indirect or consequential damages arising from use of our Site or products. Consumers retain statutory protections under FDUTPA.

11. Force Majeure.

We are not responsible for delays or failures caused by events beyond our reasonable control (e.g., natural disasters, war, labor disputes).

12. Governing Law.

These Terms are governed by Florida law, including the Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act (FDUTPA), without regard to conflict of laws principles.

13. Amendments.

We may revise these Terms at any time. Updates will be posted on this Site. Continued use means acceptance.

14. Contact Information.

Ori Galleries, LLC

3858 SW 30th Ave.

Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312

Email: Info@origallery.com

Phone: [Insert phone number here]

🔐 Privacy Policy for Ori Galleries, LLC

Effective Date: July 24, 2025

This Privacy Policy outlines the methods by which Ori Galleries, LLC collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information obtained from users of our e-commerce website, available at http://www.origallery.com. By accessing or using our Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect.

We collect various types of personal information, including but not limited to:

a. Identifiable Information:

• Name
• Email Address
• Phone Number
• Billing Address
• Shipping Address
• Payment Information (processed via a third-party service provider)

b. Non-Identifiable Information:

• Browser type and version
• IP Address
• Time Zone
• Pages visited
• Referring website
• Device identifiers
• Interaction with the Site (clicks, scrolls, etc.)

2. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Information.

We process your personal data under the following legal bases:

• Consent – With your explicit consent, where required.
• Contractual Necessity – To perform our obligations under a contract (e.g., fulfill orders).
• Legal Obligation – Where processing is required by law.
• Legitimate Interests – To operate and improve our website, prevent fraud, and protect our rights.

3. Purpose of Data Collection.

We collect and use your personal data for purposes including:

• Processing and fulfilling orders
• Providing customer service and responding to inquiries
• Sending updates, confirmations, and marketing communications
• Improving our services and website functionality
• Complying with legal obligations
• Detecting and preventing fraud or misuse
• Creating internal analytics and business insights

You may opt out of receiving marketing emails at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link included in our communications. We will process your request promptly and in accordance with the CAN-SPAM Act.

4. Disclosure of Personal Information.

We may share your information under these circumstances:

• Service Providers – With trusted third parties like payment processors, shipping carriers, and marketing agencies.
• Legal Compliance – When required to comply with legal obligations or government requests.
• Business Transfers – If we sell, merge, or transfer part of our business or assets.
• With Your Consent – When you explicitly authorize disclosure to third parties.

5. Data Retention.

We retain your data only as long as necessary for legal, contractual, or business purposes.

6. Your Rights (Subject to Applicable Law).

You may have the right to:

• Access and obtain a copy of your personal information
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Request deletion of your data
• Restrict or object to certain types of processing
• Request data portability

To exercise these rights, contact us at Info@origallery.com.

7. Security Measures.

We implement commercially reasonable safeguards to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is fully secure. In accordance with the Florida Information Protection Act (FIPA), if we experience a data breach involving your personal information, we will notify you as required by law within 30 days of discovery. We also require our third-party service providers to maintain appropriate safeguards to protect your data.

8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies.

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance site experience, personalize content, and analyze usage. See our Cookie Policy for more details.

9. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals.

Our website does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals from browsers.

10. Children’s Privacy.

Our services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect their data. If we become aware, we will promptly delete it.

11. Third-Party Links.

Our Site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.

12. Policy Updates.

We may update this Privacy Policy. Any changes take effect upon posting to the Site. Continued use constitutes your agreement to the updated terms.

13. Contact Us.

Ori Galleries, LLC

3858 SW 30th Ave.

Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312

Email: Info@origallery.com

Phone: 954.667.8551