Privacy & Cookie Policy

Effective Date:01/07/2025
Last Updated: 11/07/2025

[NAME] ("we", "us", or "our") values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy & Cookie Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you visit or use our website www.apparelmonkey.co.uk (the "Website") and related services ("Apparel Monkey Services").

This policy is managed and hosted via our authorised partner www.deconetwork.com, and reflects our obligations under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

If you have questions or concerns about how we use your data, please contact us at apparel@apparelmonkey.co.uk.

1. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be notified to you via email, by placing a notice on our Website, or within your account dashboard. We encourage you to review this page periodically to remain informed.

2. What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

a. Personal Information (Directly Provided)

Full name
Postal address
Email address
Telephone number
Payment details (processed securely via our third-party payment provider)
Account information (e.g. username, login history)

b. Technical Data (Automatically Collected)

IP address
Browser type and version
Device identifiers
Operating system and platform
URL clickstreams (how you arrived at our site)

c. Usage and Marketing Data

Purchase history
Preferences and feedback
Email engagement (e.g. opens and clicks)

We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 13 years of age.

3. How We Collect Your Data

We collect data through the following methods:

Direct input – e.g. when you make a purchase, register, or contact us.
Automated technologies – e.g. cookies, server logs, web beacons.
Third-party sources – e.g. analytics providers or payment processors.

4. How We Use Your Data

We process your data under lawful bases including contractual necessity, legitimate interest, legal obligation, or consent. We use your information to:

Fulfil orders and manage your account
Communicate with you (e.g. confirmations, updates, support)
Send marketing materials (with your consent)
Improve our website and services
Detect and prevent fraud or misuse

5. Who We Share Your Data With

We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share it with:

Service providers – e.g. payment processors, website hosting, IT support
Delivery partners – to ship your orders
Affiliates – where required and only with your opt-in consent
Legal authorities – where required by law or court order
Business successors – if our business is sold or merged

All third parties are subject to appropriate contracts and safeguards, including UK-compliant data processing agreements.

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyse site usage. Cookies are small files stored on your device.

a. Types of Cookies We Use

Type	Purpose
Essential	Enable core site functionality, e.g. login, checkout.
Analytics	Track usage and performance (e.g. via Google Analytics).
Functional	Store preferences and enhance customisation.
Marketing	Deliver relevant ads based on browsing habits (with your consent).

b. Cookies Used on This Site

First-party cookies:

Name	Purpose
login_token	Keeps user logged in between visits
_pc_session_id	Stores session info (referrer, page visited)
c_rt_ppr	Session management for load balancing
set_sa	Stores affiliate/sales agent ID on sign-up

Third-party cookies (e.g. Google Analytics):

Provider	Name	Purpose
Google	_utma, _utmb, _utmc, _utmz	Collect anonymous visitor and traffic stats

Note: Some cookies are placed by third-party tools used by DecoNetwork and affiliates. Site owners are responsible for declaring any additional cookies.

c. Managing Cookies

You can manage or delete cookies at any time via your browser settings. For detailed instructions, visit www.aboutcookies.org.

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking via:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

7. How We Protect Your Data

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard your personal data. These include:

SSL encryption
Secure payment gateways
Regular system monitoring
Restricted access controls

However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. Please use caution when submitting personal information online.

8. Your Rights Under UK Law

You have the right to:

Access your personal data
Rectify inaccurate or incomplete data
Erase your data ("right to be forgotten")
Restrict or object to processing
Data portability
Withdraw consent at any time (where applicable)
Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)

To exercise any of these rights, please email apparel@apparelmonkey.co.uk. Proof of identity may be required.

9. Children’s Privacy

This Website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware of any such data, we will delete it immediately.

10. External Links

Our Website may link to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review the privacy policies of any external sites before sharing your data.

11. Communications and Marketing

We may contact you with service updates, marketing content, or offers. You can:

Opt out via your account settings
Use the "unsubscribe" link in our emails
Email us at stuart.nimmo@had-print.co.uk to withdraw consent

We will never contact you for marketing unless you have given clear consent.

12. Contact Us

For questions, requests, or complaints regarding this policy or your personal data, please contact:

Apparel Monkey
Email: apparel@apparelmonkey.co.uk
Website: www.apparelmonkey.co.uk