PRIVACY POLICY
Introduction
We take your privacy seriously, and this Privacy Policy explains how www.tuftingunion.com (collectively, “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, shares, and processes your information.
1. Collection and Use of Personal Data
Personal data refers to information that can directly or indirectly identify you. This includes anonymous data linked to information that can be used to identify you. However, data that has been irreversibly anonymized or aggregated so that it no longer enables identification is not considered personal data.
2. Promoting Safety and Security
We adhere to the principles of legality, legitimacy, and transparency, processing only the necessary data within a limited scope and implementing technical and administrative measures to safeguard it. We use personal data to verify accounts and user activity, monitor fraud, and investigate suspicious or potentially illegal activity, ensuring the security of our products and services.
3. What Personal Data We Collect
i. Data You Provide:
We collect personal data you provide when using our products and services, such as when you create an account, contact us, participate in an online survey, or use our online support tools. If you make a purchase, we collect personal data related to the transaction, including payment details, billing, shipping, and contact information.
ii. Data About Your Use of Our Services:
When you visit our website, we may collect data such as device type, unique device identifiers, IP address, operating system, browser type, usage information, diagnostic data, and location information. Where applicable, our services may use GPS, IP addresses, and other technologies to determine an approximate location to enhance our services.
4. How We Use Your Personal Data
i. Providing, Improving, and Developing Our Services:
We use personal data to provide, improve, and develop our products, services, and advertising, including data analysis, research, and audits. If you participate in promotions or contests, we may use personal data to administer those programs.
ii. Communicating with You:
With your prior consent, we may use personal data to send you marketing communications, inform you about your account and transactions, and update you on our policies and terms. If you wish to opt out of marketing emails, please contact us. Additionally, with your consent, we may share personal data with third-party partners for marketing purposes.
Note: You may withdraw your consent for any of the above uses by contacting us.
5. Definition of Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on web browsers to collect and store information. We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, store preferences, and provide personalized services.
6. Use of Cookies
We use cookies to improve our services, personalize content, measure advertisements, understand user behavior, and enhance security. The specific cookies used may vary based on the services you access.
7. Disclosure of Personal Data
We share personal data with strategic partners who assist in providing our products and services. Personal data will only be shared to enhance our offerings and will not be used for third-party marketing without your consent.
8. Data Disclosure, Storage, Transfer, and Processing
i. Compliance with Legal Obligations:
Certain legal requirements may necessitate the processing of personal data. For individuals in the European Economic Area (EEA), data processing is based on Article 6(1) of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
ii. Business Transfers:
Personal data may be shared with affiliated companies. If our business undergoes a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale, personal data may be transferred as part of the transaction.
iii. Legal Compliance and Security:
We may disclose personal data if required by law or to protect our rights, investigate fraud, enforce our terms, or for national security purposes.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our products and services are intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 16 years old. If we learn that a child under 16 has provided personal data, we will take steps to delete it. Please contact us immediately if you become aware of such a case.
10. Your Rights
We take reasonable steps to ensure your personal data is accurate and up to date. You have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal data
- Restrict or object to the processing of your data
- Receive your data in a structured format
- File a complaint with a data protection authority
To protect your privacy, we may verify your identity before processing your request. Some legal obligations may prevent us from fulfilling certain requests. You can contact us to exercise your rights, and we will respond within 30 days.
11. Third-Party Websites and Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, products, or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before using their services.
12. Data Security, Integrity, and Retention
We implement technical, administrative, and physical security measures to protect your data. Personal data is retained as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy unless a longer retention period is required by law.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in technology, industry practices, or legal requirements. Continued use of our services after policy updates indicates your acceptance of the revised terms. If you disagree, you should discontinue using our services and contact us to close your account.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or its implementation, you can reach us at:
📧 Email: info@tuftingunion.com
Currency Conversion Notice
By using our website, you agree to allow third parties to process your IP address to determine your location for currency conversion purposes. This currency selection is stored in a session cookie, which is automatically removed when you close your browser. This ensures that prices remain consistent in your local currency while browsing our website.
This Privacy Policy was last updated on [09/08/2024].