Certainly, here is your privacy policy with updates to suit Italian regulatory standards as of March 4, 2024:
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**Contact / Owner of the Treatment**
If you have any questions regarding our privacy practices or this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to exercise any of your rights, please contact us via email at theweddingcrestlab@gmail.com or by mail at:
**Maria Paola Tintis**
Owner, The Wedding Crest Lab
Via Mosca 53 int. 28,
09047 Selargius CA, Italy.
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**Why this Policy**
This Privacy Policy describes how **Maria Paola Tintis**, owner of The Wedding Crest Lab (referred to as “we”, “us”, or “our”), collects, uses, and discloses personal data when you interact with or purchase from [www.theweddingcrestlab.com](http://www.theweddingcrestlab.com) (the “Site”) or contact us through any other channels (collectively referred to as the “Services”). “You” and “your” refers to any individual using our Services, whether as a customer, visitor, or any other individual whose data we collect as described herein.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using our Services, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your data as described here. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use the Services.
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**Updates to This Policy**
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or to comply with Italian or EU legal and regulatory requirements. The latest version will be posted on our Site with the “Last updated” date, and we will take steps required by law to inform users of significant updates.
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**Personal Data Collection and Use**
We collect, use, and store personal data to deliver and enhance our Services. This data includes information provided by users directly, data collected automatically, and information obtained from third-party sources.
1. **Directly Provided Data**
– Contact Information: Including your name, email, phone number, and address.
– Order Information: Including billing and shipping details, payment information, and transaction details.
– Account Data: Including usernames, passwords, and any security preferences.
– Customer Support: Including any details you voluntarily provide in communication with us.
2. **Data Collected Automatically**
– **Cookies and Tracking Technologies**: We use cookies and similar technologies to collect data on usage and interactions with our Site. This data includes device details, IP addresses, and other browsing behavior data.
3. **Data from Third-Party Sources**
– **Service Providers**: Data may be collected by third-party providers, such as Shopify, for payment processing, order fulfillment, and data analysis.
Data collected from third parties is treated under this Privacy Policy, although we are not responsible for the accuracy of this information or the privacy practices of these third parties.
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**Use of Personal Data**
We use your personal data for various purposes including:
– **To Provide Services**: To process payments, fulfill orders, deliver products, and respond to inquiries.
– **Marketing and Advertising**: To send you promotional offers, updates, and tailored advertising on our Site and third-party platforms.
– **Security and Prevention**: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, or other harmful activities.
– **Customer Communication**: To respond to requests, complaints, and customer support needs.
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**Cookies and Opt-Out Options**
We use cookies on our Site for improved functionality and analytics, including those provided by Shopify. Users may adjust browser settings to manage cookies. Note that disabling cookies may impact some Site functionalities.
For more information on targeted advertising and to opt-out, you can follow the guidelines provided by organizations like the **Network Advertising Initiative** (NAI) and the **Digital Advertising Alliance** (DAA).
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**Data Sharing**
In certain circumstances, we may disclose your data to third parties. These circumstances include:
– **Service Providers**: For order processing, payment services, customer support, etc.
– **Marketing Partners**: For ad services and promotional activities.
– **Legal Compliance**: To comply with legal obligations or in response to lawful requests by public authorities, including to meet national security or law enforcement requirements.
Over the past 12 months, we have shared data as described above, specifically for purposes related to **targeted advertising**.
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**User Rights under GDPR and Italian Law**
Italian and EU residents have rights regarding their personal data, including the rights to:
– Access or obtain copies of personal data we hold.
– Request correction of inaccuracies in personal data.
– Request deletion of personal data (subject to legal obligations).
– Restrict or object to processing.
– Data portability, where applicable.
– Withdraw consent at any time where consent is the basis of processing.
– Lodge complaints with Italian Data Protection Authority (Garante per la Protezione dei Dati Personali).
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the contact information above. We may require verification of identity before processing requests.
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**Data Retention and Security**
We retain data only as long as needed to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, to comply with legal obligations, or as required for business purposes. While we use industry-standard measures to protect your data, please be aware that no transmission over the internet is completely secure.
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**International Data Transfers**
Data may be transferred and processed in countries outside the EU, including the United States. We rely on standard contractual clauses or equivalent mechanisms to ensure an adequate level of data protection when transferring data internationally.
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**Children’s Privacy**
Our Services are not directed to children under 16, and we do not knowingly collect data from children. Parents or guardians may contact us to request deletion of any data collected from a child.
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**Complaints and Further Information**
If you have concerns regarding our handling of your data, please reach out to us using the contact details provided. You also have the right to contact the Italian Data Protection Authority (Garante) should your concerns remain unresolved.
**Effective Date**: March 4, 2024
**Contact Information**:
Email: theweddingcrestlab@gmail.com
Address: Maria Paola Tintis, Via Mosca 53 int. 28, 09047 Selargius CA, Italy
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Please review this document to ensure it aligns with all necessary legal requirements specific to your business setup and jurisdiction.
