Introduction
At Handmade Designs Elgin, we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of our customers, employees, and partners. Our Privacy Policy aligns with the privacy laws and regulations in the United Kingdom, ensuring that all data collection, processing, and storage activities are conducted transparently and with full compliance. This policy outlines our data collection methods, purposes for data processing, and the rights of individuals whose data we hold. We strive to handle your data with the utmost care, ensuring secure management and protection from unauthorized access. This document serves to inform you about your rights and the measures we have implemented to safeguard your personal information.
Data Collection
Our data collection practices are designed to provide you with optimal service while minimizing data usage to what is necessary. We collect data directly from you when you visit our website, make a purchase, subscribe to our newsletter, or contact us via email. Types of data collected may include personal identification information such as your name, email address, postal address, and contact number. Additionally, we may collect technical data such as IP addresses and browser information through automated technologies like cookies to enhance user experience. We ensure all collected data is relevant and kept up-to-date, and you have the right to access, modify, or remove your information at any time.
Data Usage
The data we collect is used solely for purposes aligned with your interactions with Handmade Designs Elgin. This includes processing orders, managing subscriptions, responding to inquiries, and providing personalized marketing communications, if you have consented to receive such material. We ensure that data is not retained longer than necessary and is securely deleted or anonymized when no longer needed for the purposes for which it was collected. Our data usage policies are transparent, and we guarantee that your data will not be sold or shared with third parties except as required by law or as necessary for fulfilling our contract with you.
Data Protection
We implement advanced security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, modification, or disclosure., This includes encryption technologies for sensitive transactions, regular security audits, and restricted data access based on role necessity within our organization. Our employees are trained in data protection practices and understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality. Furthermore, in the unlikely event of a data breach, we have procedures in place to mitigate impact and will notify affected parties as required by UK law. We invest in the latest technology and practices to ensure that your data remains secure at all times.
Your Rights
Under the UK's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have various rights regarding your personal information. These include the right to access your data, the right to rectify inaccuracies, the right to erasure, also known as "the right to be forgotten", and the right to restrict or object to data processing. You also have the right to data portability, allowing you to request a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format of your data. If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. Our team is committed to addressing your concerns promptly and efficiently.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please do not hesitate to contact us. Our data protection officer, Ethan Florester, is available to assist with any inquiries you may have. You can reach Ethan by email at [email protected] or by postal mail at 1 King Street West, Toronto, ON M5H 1A1, Canada. We value your privacy and your trust, and we are committed to providing a secure and satisfactory shopping experience.
