Privacy Policy for Expecting Skincare
Effective Date: 01.01.2025
At Expecting Skincare (“we,” “our,” or “us”), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website www.expectingskincare.co.uk (the “Site”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you use our Site:
a. Personal Information
Personal information is information that can be used to identify you. This may include, but is not limited to:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Payment information (if applicable)
- Social media handles (if connected through third-party services)
b. Non-Personal Information
We also collect non-identifiable information automatically when you visit our Site, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Pages visited
- Time spent on the Site
- Referring URL
c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and other tracking technologies (e.g., web beacons, pixels) to improve your experience on our Site. These technologies allow us to remember your preferences, track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns, and analyse how users interact with the Site. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide and improve our services and Site functionality
- To process transactions or fulfil requests (such as newsletter signups or customer enquiries)
- To communicate with you, including sending updates, promotional materials, or customer support messages
- To personalise your experience on the Site and deliver targeted content or advertising
- To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights and interests
3. How We Share Your Information
We will not share your personal information with third parties except in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party vendors, contractors, or service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as payment processing, email marketing, or analytics.
- Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law or to comply with a legal process, such as a subpoena or court order.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of our business, your personal information may be transferred as part of the transaction. We will notify you via email or a prominent notice on our Site if such a transfer occurs.
4. Data Security
We take the security of your personal information seriously. We implement a variety of technical and organisational measures to protect your data from unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.
5. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access and Correction: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you and request corrections or updates.
- Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal information, subject to applicable legal retention requirements.
- Opt-Out of Marketing Communications: You can unsubscribe from our marketing emails at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in the email or contacting us directly.
- Cookie Management: You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect your experience on the Site.
6. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to external websites that are not operated or controlled by us. This Privacy Policy applies only to our Site. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it as soon as possible.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on this page and update the “Effective Date” at the top of the policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates.
9. Affiliate Link Disclosure
Our website contains affiliate links to products and services. If you click on an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. These commissions help support the operation of our website and allow us to continue providing valuable content.
a. How Affiliate Links Work
When you click on an affiliate link, a cookie may be placed in your web browser to track any sales for the purpose of assigning commissions. This tracking information is typically anonymous and does not include personal details such as your name, email address, or payment information.
b. Third-Party Affiliate Programs
We participate in affiliate marketing programs operated by third-party businesses. These third parties may collect information about your visits to our website and other websites in order to provide targeted advertisements and track affiliate link activity.
c. Your Choices
If you prefer not to have your activity tracked via affiliate links, you can disable cookies in your web browser settings or opt out of targeted advertising through various online tools.
d. Affiliate Relationships
We only recommend products and services that we genuinely believe will provide value to our visitors. However, it is important to conduct your own research before making any purchase decision.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Expecting Skincare
[email protected]