Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy - Aoraki-Wellington

1) Information on the Collection of Personal Data and Contact Details of the Controller

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We are pleased that you are visiting our website and thank you for your interest. Below, we inform you about how we handle your personal data when using our website. Personal data refers to all data that can personally identify you.

1.2

The controller responsible for data processing on this website, according to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), is Aoraki-Wellington. The controller is the natural or legal person who alone or jointly with others determines the purposes and means of processing personal data.

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For security reasons and to protect the transmission of personal data and other confidential content (e.g., orders or inquiries), this website uses SSL or TLS encryption. You can recognize an encrypted connection by the "https://" prefix and the padlock symbol in your browser.

For any questions regarding data protection, you can contact us at:

📧 Email: Info@aorakieatelier-wellington.com

2) Data Collection When Visiting Our Website

When you visit our website purely for informational purposes (without registering or transmitting information), we only collect the data that your browser sends to our server (so-called "server log files"). These include:

  • The website visited
  • Date and time of access
  • Amount of data sent (in bytes)
  • The source/referrer through which you accessed the site
  • The browser used
  • The operating system used
  • The IP address (possibly anonymized)

Processing is carried out in accordance with Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR based on our legitimate interest in improving the stability and functionality of our website. The data will not be shared or used for other purposes. However, we reserve the right to review server log files retrospectively if there are indications of unlawful use.

3) Cookies

To enhance the user experience and enable specific website functionalities, we use cookies. Some cookies are deleted when you close your browser (session cookies), while others remain on your device to allow us or our partners to recognize your browser upon future visits (persistent cookies).

Cookies store information such as browser and location data or IP addresses. Persistent cookies are deleted after a predefined period. Some cookies help facilitate the ordering process by remembering items in your shopping cart.

We may collaborate with advertising partners who also store cookies on your device. You will be informed separately if such cookies are used.

Managing Cookies:

You can configure your browser to notify you about cookie settings, allow cookies on a case-by-case basis, or disable them altogether. Below are links to instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:

Please note that disabling cookies may restrict website functionality.

4) Contacting Us

When you contact us (e.g., via contact form or email), personal data is collected based on your inquiry. The extent of the data depends on the contact form fields.

This data is stored and used solely for the purpose of responding to your request and managing the related technical administration. The legal basis is our legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR). If your inquiry relates to a contract, Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR serves as an additional legal basis.

Your data will be deleted once your inquiry has been fully addressed unless legal retention obligations prevent this.

5) Use of Your Data for Direct Marketing

5.1 Email Newsletter Subscription

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we will send you regular updates on our offers. The only mandatory data required is your email address.

We use a double opt-in process, meaning we will only send newsletters after you confirm your subscription via a verification email. Upon confirmation, you consent to us using your data as per Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR.

You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in the newsletter or by contacting us. Your email will then be removed from our distribution list.

5.2 Newsletter for Existing Customers

If you provide your email during a purchase, we may use it to send promotional offers related to similar products (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR). You may opt out anytime.

6) Order Processing and Payment Services

We share your personal data with delivery service providers for order fulfillment and with financial institutions for payment processing as necessary (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR).

6.1 Payment Providers

7) Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data (Art. 15 GDPR)
  • Request correction of inaccurate data (Art. 16 GDPR)
  • Request deletion of your data (Art. 17 GDPR)
  • Restrict processing of your data (Art. 18 GDPR)
  • Data portability (Art. 20 GDPR)
  • Withdraw consent at any time (Art. 7(3) GDPR)
  • Object to data processing based on legitimate interest (Art. 21 GDPR)

If you believe your data is being processed unlawfully, you can file a complaint with a supervisory authority (Art. 77 GDPR).

8) Duration of Data Storage

The duration of data storage depends on legal retention periods (e.g., tax and commercial law regulations). After these periods expire, data will be deleted unless it is still required for contract fulfillment or our legitimate interests.

For further inquiries, please contact us at:

📧 Email: Info@aorakiatelier-wellington.com