Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Emily Toronto
Information on the Handling of Personal Data
At Emily Toronto, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit or make a purchase from our website.
Personal data refers to any information that can be used to identify you directly or indirectly.
1. Data Controller
The data controller responsible for processing personal data on this website, in accordance with applicable privacy laws (including the General Data Protection Regulation and relevant Canadian privacy standards), is:
Emily Toronto
Email: info@emilytorontostore.com
The data controller determines the purposes and means of processing personal data.
2. Website Security
This website uses SSL/TLS encryption to protect your personal data during transmission. You can recognize a secure connection by “https://” in the address bar and the lock symbol in your browser.
We do not use automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or significant effects on users.
3. Data Collected When Visiting Our Website
When you visit our website for informational purposes, we may automatically collect technical data transmitted by your browser. This may include:
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Pages visited
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Date and time of access
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Amount of data transferred
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Referring URL
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Browser type and version
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Operating system
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IP address (where applicable, anonymized when possible)
This data is processed to ensure the proper functioning, security, and improvement of our website. It is not used to personally identify visitors unless required for security or legal reasons.
4. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to improve user experience and enable essential website functions.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device. Some cookies are deleted after your session, while others remain stored to recognize your browser on future visits.
Cookies may be used for:
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Shopping cart functionality
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Website performance improvements
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Analytics and user experience optimization
Where required, we request your consent for non-essential cookies through a cookie banner. You may change or withdraw your consent at any time.
You can also disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect website functionality.
5. Contacting Us
If you contact us via email or a contact form, we collect the information you provide solely to respond to your inquiry.
The legal basis for processing is either your consent or our legitimate interest in communication.
Your data will be deleted once your request has been resolved, unless legal retention requirements apply.
6. Customer Accounts and Orders
When you place an order or create a customer account, we collect the necessary information to process and fulfill your purchase.
You may request deletion of your customer account at any time by contacting us. Data will only be retained if legally required or necessary for transaction processing.
7. Email Marketing
If you subscribe to our newsletter, we may send you promotional emails and updates.
Subscription is based on your explicit consent. We may store your email address, IP address, and subscription time for verification purposes.
You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in our emails or by contacting us directly.
If you have previously purchased from us, we may send you emails about similar products based on our legitimate interest. You may opt out at any time.
8. Order Processing and Payments
To process your order, we may share necessary data with shipping carriers and payment providers.
Payment processing may be handled by third-party providers such as PayPal, Shopify Payments, or similar services. These providers only receive the data required to complete the transaction.
Each payment provider has its own privacy policy governing data use.
9. Reviews and Feedback
We may send optional review requests after a purchase to improve our services. Participation is voluntary and based on consent.
You may opt out at any time.
10. Analytics and Advertising
We may use tools such as Google Analytics, Google Ads, or Meta (Facebook) Pixel to analyze website performance and improve marketing.
Where required, these tools operate based on consent. IP anonymization may be enabled where applicable.
You may opt out of tracking through browser settings or provider opt-out tools.
11. Retargeting
We may use retargeting technologies to display relevant advertisements on other platforms. This is based on cookies and user activity.
You may disable personalized advertising through your browser or advertising platform settings.
12. Your Rights
You have the right to:
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Access your personal data
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Correct inaccurate data
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Request deletion of your data
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Restrict or object to processing
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Data portability
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Withdraw consent at any time
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File a complaint with a relevant data protection authority
If you object to marketing communications, we will immediately stop using your data for that purpose.
13. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for legal, operational, or contractual reasons. After this period, data is securely deleted.
14. Contact
For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:
Emily Toronto
Email: info@emilytorontostore.com