Privacy Policy
General
This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which about-timepieces.com collects, uses, maintains and discloses information collected from users (each, a “User”) of the website (“Site”). This privacy policy applies to the Site and all products and services offered on www.about-timepieces.com.
Who we are
www.about-timepieces.com is operated by 6 Zero Events Limited, who are the Data Controller and are based in Edinburgh, Scotland. The blog and review website offers information to users and subscribers about watches, timepieces and related products; and also operates an online store for the general public to browse and purchase watches and related products online. 6 Zero Events Ltd can be contacted at any time by emailing [email protected]. We aim to respond to all enquiries within 24 hours of receipt.
Personal identification information
We collect personal identification information from Users in a variety of ways in connection with activities, services, features or resources we make available on our Site. Users may visit our Site anonymously. We will collect personal identification information from Users only if they voluntarily submit such information to us. This includes names and email addresses, as well as any information deemed reasonably required during use of the Site, or to place an Order.
Users can always refuse to supply personal identification information, however it may prevent them from engaging in certain Site related activities.
No third parties are permitted access to your personal identification, unless to enable the provision of a specific service (for the purpose of fulfilling your order and for manufacturer warranties).
Outwith our obligations as a data processor, please be assured that we act with discretion at all times. We will never disclose our customers’ identities, unless we receive specific agreement in writing prior. Your privacy is assured in this respect.
Non-personal identification information
We collect non-personal identification information about Users whenever they interact with our Site. Non-personal identification information may include the browser name, the type of computer and technical information about Users means of connecting to our Site, such as the operating system and the Internet service providers utilised, and other similar information.
Web browser cookies
Our Site uses “cookies” to enhance User experience. User’s web browser places cookies on their hard drive for record-keeping purposes and sometimes to track information about them.
You can choose to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies; however, you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. Doing so may mean that some parts of the Site may not function properly.
How we protect your information
We adopt appropriate data collection, storage and processing practices and security measures to protect against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure or destruction of your personal information, username, password, transaction information and data stored on our Site.
Sharing your personal information
We do not sell, trade, or rent Users personal identification information to others.
We may share generic aggregated demographic information not linked to any personal identification information regarding visitors and users with our business partners, trusted affiliates and advertisers for the purposes outlined above. Encryption and anonymisation techniques are deployed before this information is shared.
We share your personal information with suppliers for the purpose of fulfilling your order and for manufacturer warranties.
At no time will User data be transferred outside of the EEA, unless it is a requirement to fulfil a specific order from a manufacturer based outside of the EEA.
Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to other websites of interest. However, once Users have used these links to leave our site, they should note that we do not have any control over that other website. Therefore, we cannot be responsible for the protection and privacy of any information which Users provide whilst visiting such sites and such sites are not governed by this privacy statement. Users should exercise caution and look at the privacy statement applicable to the website in question.
Direct Marketing
We will not send Users any emails, or contact them regarding any events or promotional activities unless explicit consent has permitted us to do so. We will send you new reviews that are posted to the Site and/or we may send you new product information and exclusive offers from time to time, however this will happen only if you have subscribed to receive them – you can opt-out at any time.
Compensation
If Users believe they have suffered material or non-material damage as a result of an infringement of their rights as a Data Subject, they have the right to receive compensation from the controller or processor for the damage suffered. Users may lodge a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority and we will liaise with them fully to resolve the complaint.
Changes to this privacy policy
6 Zero Events Ltd has the sole discretion to update this privacy policy at any time. When we do, we will revise the updated date at the bottom of this page. We encourage Users to frequently check this page for any changes to stay informed about how we are helping to protect the personal information we collect. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this privacy policy periodically and become aware of modifications.
Your acceptance of these terms
By using this Site, Users signify their acceptance of this policy. If Users do not agree to this policy, please do not use our Site. Continued use of the Site following the posting of changes to this policy will be deemed as acceptance of those changes.
Data Protection Registration number: ZA774995
This Privacy Policy was last updated on 27 February 2021