Privacy policy

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 21, 2025

At Fiorenza Fashion ("we", "us", or "our"), protecting your privacy is fundamental to our business. This Privacy Policy details how we collect, process, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website at fiorenza-fashion.com, make purchases, browse our collections, or engage with us through any other channel (collectively, the "Services").

🛡️ Your Privacy at a Glance

We believe in transparency about how your data is handled. This policy explains our practices regarding:

  • What personal information we collect and why
  • How we use and protect your data
  • When and with whom we share information
  • Your rights and choices regarding your privacy
  • Our commitment to data security and retention

1. Policy Updates and Notifications

We may periodically update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When significant changes occur, we will:

  • Post the updated policy on our website
  • Revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of this document
  • Notify you via email or prominent website notice when legally required
  • Provide additional notice for material changes affecting your rights

2. Personal Data We Collect

The type and amount of personal information we collect depends on how you interact with our Services. We gather information through three primary channels:

Information You Provide Directly

When you engage with our Services, you may voluntarily provide:

  • Order Information: Full name, billing and shipping addresses, email address, phone number
  • Account Details: Username, password, account preferences, and profile information
  • Communication Data: Messages sent through our contact forms, customer service inquiries, and support correspondence
  • Review Content: Product reviews, ratings, and feedback you choose to share
  • Marketing Preferences: Email subscription choices and communication preferences

Information Collected Automatically

Our website automatically gathers technical and usage information, including:

  • Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type and version
  • Network Data: IP address, approximate geographic location, internet service provider
  • Website Usage: Pages visited, time spent on site, navigation patterns, search queries
  • Shopping Behavior: Items viewed, cart activity, purchase history, product preferences

Third-Party Sources

We may receive information about you from trusted partners and service providers:

  • Shopify Platform: E-commerce infrastructure and payment processing data
  • Payment Processors: Transaction verification and fraud prevention information
  • Analytics Services: Website performance and user behavior insights via Google Analytics
  • Review Platforms: Product feedback and rating management tools

3. How We Use Your Personal Information

We process your personal data for specific purposes, each with a lawful basis under UK GDPR:

Purpose Data Used Legal Basis
Order Processing & Fulfillment Contact details, shipping address, payment info Contract Performance
Customer Service & Support Account information, communication history Contract Performance
Marketing Communications Email address, purchase history, preferences Consent / Legitimate Interest
Website Improvement Usage data, analytics information Legitimate Interest
Security & Fraud Prevention Transaction data, device information Legitimate Interest
Legal Compliance All relevant personal data Legal Obligation

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Fiorenza Fashion uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalized services. Our cookies serve several purposes:

  • Essential Cookies: Enable core website functionality like shopping cart and account access
  • Performance Cookies: Help us understand website usage through Google Analytics
  • Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and customization choices
  • Marketing Cookies: Deliver relevant advertising and promotional content

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. For Shopify-specific cookie information, visit: https://www.shopify.com/legal/cookies

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share your data in the following circumstances:

Service Providers and Partners

  • Shipping Companies: To deliver your orders safely and efficiently
  • Payment Processors: Shopify Payments and other secure payment platforms
  • Technology Partners: Website hosting, analytics, and technical support services
  • Review Management: Third-party platforms that manage product reviews and ratings
  • Marketing Services: Email marketing and promotional campaign management

Legal and Business Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or to:

  • Comply with legal obligations, court orders, or government requests
  • Protect our rights, property, or safety, and that of our customers
  • Investigate fraud, security breaches, or policy violations
  • Facilitate business transfers, mergers, or acquisitions

6. Data Security and Protection

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information:

  • Encryption: All sensitive data is encrypted during transmission and storage
  • Access Controls: Strict limitations on who can access your personal information
  • Regular Monitoring: Continuous security assessments and vulnerability testing
  • Secure Infrastructure: Industry-standard security protocols and technologies

Important: While we employ robust security measures, no internet transmission or electronic storage method is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but continuously work to maintain the highest protection standards.

7. Data Retention and Disposal

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for legitimate business purposes:

  • Active Customers: Throughout your relationship with us and as needed for ongoing service
  • Order Records: Maintained for warranty, returns, and legal compliance requirements
  • Marketing Data: Until you unsubscribe or request removal
  • Analytics Information: Typically anonymized and retained for business improvement purposes

When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it according to industry best practices.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Under UK data protection laws, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Fundamental Rights

  • Right of Access: Request a copy of personal data we hold about you
  • Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
  • Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your personal information
  • Right to Object: Oppose certain types of data processing, especially for marketing

Communication Preferences

  • Marketing Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from promotional emails using the link in our messages
  • Cookie Management: Control tracking preferences through browser settings
  • Account Updates: Modify your profile and preferences through your account dashboard

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at support@fiorenza-fashion.com. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request and will respond within the timeframes required by law.

9. Third-Party Websites and Links

Our website may contain links to external sites not operated by Fiorenza Fashion. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party websites, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

10. Children's Privacy Protection

Fiorenza Fashion does not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 16 years of age. Our Services are not designed for or directed at children. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child without appropriate consent, we will take immediate steps to delete such information.

11. International Data Transfers

Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the UK where data protection laws may differ. When we make such transfers, we implement appropriate safeguards including:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses approved by UK authorities
  • Adequacy decisions for countries with equivalent protection standards
  • Other legally approved transfer mechanisms as appropriate

12. Complaints and Disputes

If you have concerns about how we handle your personal information, please contact us first using the details below. We take privacy seriously and aim to resolve issues promptly. If you're not satisfied with our response, you may file a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) or your local data protection authority.

📞 Privacy Contact Information

For privacy-related questions, data requests, or concerns, please reach out to us:

🕒 Response Times

  • Business Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (GMT)
  • Response Goal: We aim to respond to privacy inquiries within 24 hours during business hours
  • Complex Requests: Data rights requests will be processed within legally required timeframes (typically 30 days)
This privacy policy was last updated on July 21, 2025.