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Privacy Policy
for Slow Garden Stories website

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Last updated: November 5th, 2024

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At Slow Garden Stories, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [https://slowgardenstories.com] (the "Site"). By using our Site, you agree to the terms described in this Privacy Policy.
 

Information We Collect

 

Personal Information

We collect personal information that you provide to us, including:

  • Contact Information: such as name, email address, and phone number (if you subscribe to our newsletter, make inquiries, or contact us).

  • Account Information: if you create an account, we may collect your username and password.

  • Purchase Information: if applicable, such as billing address and payment details.
     

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, certain information is collected automatically:

  • Usage Data: information on how you use our Site, such as the pages you view, the time spent on each page, and the links you click.

  • Device Data: information about the device you use to access the Site, including IP address, browser type, and operating system.

  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: small files stored on your device that allow us to improve your experience, analyze Site usage, and target ads.
     

How We Use Your Information

 

We use your personal information to:

  • Provide, operate, and maintain our Site and services.

  • Process and fulfill any orders or transactions made on the Site.

  • Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.

  • Send updates, promotional materials, and newsletters (only if you have opted-in).

  • Improve our Site’s functionality and personalize your experience.

  • Conduct analytics and assess usage patterns.
     

Legal Basis for Processing


Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we process your personal information based on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: for newsletters or marketing communications, if you have opted-in.

  • Contractual Necessity: to fulfill transactions and provide services you request.

  • Legitimate Interest: for improving the Site and providing a secure experience.

  • Compliance with Legal Obligations: to meet applicable laws and regulations.
     

Sharing and Disclosure of Information


We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: third-party vendors who help us with Site functionality, payment processing, marketing, and analytics.

  • Legal Compliance: if required by law or to protect the rights, property, and safety of our users.

  • Business Transfers: if we undergo a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred to the new owner.
     

Your Rights Under GDPR


If you are located in the European Union, you have the following rights under GDPR:

  • Access: to know what personal information we hold about you.

  • Correction: to update or correct inaccurate information.

  • Erasure: to request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal requirements.

  • Restriction: to restrict or limit how we process your data in certain circumstances.

  • Data Portability: to request a copy of your data in a structured format.

  • Objection: to object to our processing of your personal data in certain cases, such as for direct marketing.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at eva@slowgardenstories.com.
 

Data Retention


We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected and to comply with our legal obligations. When information is no longer needed, we securely delete it.
 

Security of Your Information


We use technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, please understand that no method of online transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
 

Cookies and Tracking Technologies


Our Site uses cookies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and personalize content. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more information, refer to our [Cookie Policy].
 

International Data Transfers


If you access our Site from outside the European Economic Area, your data may be transferred to and processed in countries with different data protection standards. We ensure that any transfers are protected by appropriate safeguards as required by law.
 

Children’s Privacy


Our Site is not directed to individuals under 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected information from a child under 16 without parental consent, we will delete it promptly.
 

Changes to This Privacy Policy


We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page, with the date of the latest revision.
 

Contact Us


If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us via email: eva@slowgardenstories.com
 

Thank you for trusting Slow Garden Stories with your personal information. We are committed to ensuring your privacy and security.

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