Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Last Updated: January 1, 2025
Whionever DIY ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website whionever.diy (the "Website"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our Website and purchase our products.
By using our Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Website.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Place an order for our DIY craft kits
- Create an account on our Website
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Contact us for customer support
- Participate in surveys or promotions
The personal information we collect may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Shipping address
- Billing address
- Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our Website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website
- Geographic location (based on IP address)
1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Website. For detailed information about our use of cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
2.1 Order Processing and Fulfillment
- Process and complete your orders
- Arrange shipping and delivery
- Send order confirmations and shipping updates
- Process payments and prevent fraud
2.2 Customer Support
- Respond to your inquiries and requests
- Provide customer service and technical support
- Handle returns and refunds
2.3 Marketing and Communications
- Send promotional emails about new products and special offers (with your consent)
- Personalize your experience on our Website
- Conduct surveys and gather feedback
2.4 Website Improvement and Analytics
- Analyze Website usage and trends
- Improve our Website's functionality and user experience
- Develop new products and services
- Monitor and prevent security issues
2.5 Legal Compliance
- Comply with applicable laws and regulations
- Respond to legal requests and prevent illegal activity
- Protect our rights and property
3. Lawful Basis for Processing (for EU/EEA Users)
We process your personal information based on the following lawful bases:
- Contract Performance: Processing is necessary to fulfill our contract with you (e.g., delivering your orders)
- Consent: You have given explicit consent for marketing communications and non-essential cookies
- Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests (e.g., fraud prevention, Website improvement)
- Legal Obligation: Processing is necessary to comply with legal requirements
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with:
4.1 Service Providers
We share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:
- Payment processing (e.g., payment gateway providers)
- Shipping and logistics (e.g., courier services)
- Email marketing (e.g., email service providers)
- Website hosting and analytics
- Customer support tools
These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
4.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests, such as:
- Court orders or subpoenas
- Government investigations
- Requests from law enforcement agencies
4.3 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
Specifically:
- Order Information: Retained for 2 years after your last order for accounting and customer service purposes
- Marketing Data: Retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion
- Website Analytics: Anonymized and aggregated data may be retained indefinitely
After the retention period, we will securely delete or anonymize your personal information.
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
6.1 Access and Portability
You have the right to request a copy of the personal information we hold about you in a structured, machine-readable format.
6.2 Correction
You have the right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
6.3 Deletion
You have the right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions (e.g., accounting records, legal obligations).
6.4 Restriction and Objection
You have the right to:
- Restrict the processing of your personal information
- Object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Opt out of marketing communications at any time
6.5 Withdraw Consent
If we process your information based on consent, you have the right to withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal.
6.6 How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request within 30 days.
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction, including:
- Encryption of sensitive data (e.g., payment information)
- Secure socket layer (SSL) technology for data transmission
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Access controls and employee training
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
9. Children's Privacy
Our Website and products are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately, and we will delete it.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than India. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our Website with a new "Last Updated" date
- Sending an email notification (if you have provided your email address)
Your continued use of our Website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Jurisdiction and Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of India. Any disputes arising from this policy or our privacy practices shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Gurugram, Haryana, India.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Whionever DIY
Plot No. 42, Sector 18
Gurugram, Haryana 122015, India
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +91-1244567890
Your privacy matters to us. We are committed to protecting your personal information and being transparent about our data practices. Thank you for trusting Whionever DIY with your information.