Privacy Policy


Effective Date: 10 November 2024

At HolidaySockShop, operated by William Yeroshchuk (“we,” “us,” “our”), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, share, and protect your personal data when you visit our website or make a purchase. It also informs you of your rights and how you can exercise them under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

  • Identity Data: Includes your first and last name.
  • Contact Data: Includes your email address, shipping and billing addresses, and phone number.
  • Financial Data: Payment card details for order processing (note that we do not store this data; it is securely processed by our payment provider).
  • Transaction Data: Details of your purchase history and items ordered.
  • Technical Data: Includes IP address, browser type and version, time zone setting, location, browser plug-in types and versions, operating system and platform, and other technology on the devices you use to access our website.
  • Usage Data: Information about how you use our website, such as pages visited, and purchase activity.
  • Marketing and Communication Data: Includes your preferences in receiving marketing communications from us.

2. How We Collect Data

We collect data in the following ways:

  • Direct Interactions: When you fill out forms, create an account, make a purchase, or subscribe to our marketing communications.
  • Automated Technologies: As you interact with our website, we automatically collect Technical Data using cookies, server logs, and other similar technologies.
  • Third Parties: We may receive Technical Data from analytics providers like Google Analytics, payment processors, and third-party service providers.

3. How We Use Your Data

We will use your personal data only when the law allows us to. Most commonly, we use your data in the following circumstances:

  • To Process Orders and Deliver Products: We use Identity, Contact, and Financial Data to process orders and manage payments.
  • To Manage Your Account: We use Identity and Contact Data to create and manage your account, process your requests, and communicate with you.
  • To Improve User Experience: We analyze Usage Data to optimize our website’s performance, content, and security.
  • To Market Products: We use your Contact and Marketing Data to send you marketing communications if you have opted in. You may opt out of these communications at any time.
  • To Fulfill Legal Obligations: We may use your data to comply with applicable laws and regulations.

4. Legal Basis for Processing Your Data

Under GDPR, the legal bases for processing your data are:

  • Contractual Necessity: To fulfill our contract with you when you make a purchase or create an account.
  • Legitimate Interests: To improve our website, provide customer service, and protect our business.
  • Consent: For sending marketing communications when you have opted in.
  • Compliance with Legal Obligations: To adhere to laws and regulatory requirements.

5. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. We may share your data in the following ways:

  • Service Providers: We may share your data with third-party vendors who help us operate our website, process payments, deliver orders, or provide analytics.
  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose your data to law enforcement or regulatory authorities if required to do so by law.
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, we may transfer your personal data to the relevant third party, with appropriate safeguards.

6. Data Security

We implement robust security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. These measures include:

  • Secure server environments
  • Encryption of payment information
  • Restricted access to data only to authorized personnel
  • Regular review and updating of security protocols

However, no method of data transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

  • Order Information: Retained for as long as necessary for order fulfillment, returns, and warranty services.
  • Marketing Data: Retained until you opt-out of receiving marketing communications.
  • Technical and Usage Data: Retained for the minimum time needed for analysis and website improvement.

8. Cookies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your user experience. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more information on how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Policy.

9. Your Rights Under GDPR

Under the GDPR, you have certain rights regarding your personal data:

  • Right to Access: You can request access to your personal data and obtain a copy.
  • Right to Rectification: You have the right to correct any inaccuracies in your personal data.
  • Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances.
  • Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we restrict the processing of your data under certain conditions.
  • Right to Data Portability: You can request that we transfer your data to you or a third party.
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: You may withdraw your consent to receive marketing communications at any time.
  • Right to Object: You have the right to object to our processing of your personal data if it impacts your fundamental rights and freedoms.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at willy123453@gmail.com. We will respond to your request within one month, as required by GDPR.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or regulatory obligations. When we make changes, we will post the updated policy on this page and update the “Effective Date” at the top. We encourage you to review this page periodically for the latest information on our privacy practices.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: willy123453@gmail.com
Business Name: William Yeroshchuk
Website: www.holidaysockshop.com