privacy policy
Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 13/04/2025
Welcome to Ringrose Fabric (“we”, “us”, or “our”). We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website https://ringrosefabric.bigcartel.com and subscribe to our email newsletter, in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018.
1. Who We Are
We are the data controller responsible for your personal data.
Business Name: Ringrose Fabric
Website: https://ringrosefabric.bigcartel.com
Email: [email protected]
2. The Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
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Identity Data: Name, title.
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Contact Data: Email address, phone number (if provided).
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Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages viewed.
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Usage Data: How you use our website.
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Marketing Preferences: Your communication and subscription choices.
We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.
3. How We Collect Your Data
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Direct interactions: When you subscribe to our newsletter, make a purchase, or send us a message.
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Automated technologies: Through cookies and similar tools when you browse our website.
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Third-party platforms: Data from services like Big Cartel and email marketing tools.
4. How We Use Your Data
| Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|---|
| Send email newsletters | Consent (you can withdraw anytime) |
| Process and manage orders | Contractual necessity |
| Respond to customer queries | Legitimate interests |
| Improve our site and user experience | Legitimate interests |
| Comply with legal obligations | Legal requirement |
5. How We Share Your Data
We may share your data with:
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Big Cartel and other e-commerce providers for order processing.
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Email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, ConvertKit) to manage our newsletter.
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Analytics providers to understand site traffic.
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Regulators or law enforcement, if legally required.
Your data will never be sold.
6. International Transfers
Some third parties may store data outside the UK (e.g., email platforms in the US). We ensure all transfers are safeguarded by appropriate data protection mechanisms (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses).
7. Data Retention
We only keep personal data as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected or to meet legal or regulatory obligations.
8. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and track usage. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings. For more info, see our [Cookie Policy].
9. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
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Access your data
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Correct inaccurate data
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Request erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
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Restrict or object to processing
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Withdraw consent at any time
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Lodge a complaint with the ICO at https://ico.org.uk/concerns
To exercise any of your rights, contact us at: [email protected]
10. Email Newsletter and Marketing
We will only send you marketing communications if you have opted in. You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in the email or by contacting us.
We comply with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
11. Data Security
We implement appropriate measures to protect your personal data. However, no system is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. All updates will be posted on this page, and significant changes will be notified via email where appropriate.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about your personal data, please contact:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://ringrosefabric.bigcartel.com