Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

1) Information on the Collection of Personal Data and Contact Details of the Controller

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We appreciate your visit to our website and thank you for your interest. Below, we inform you about the handling of your personal data when using our website. Personal data is all data that can identify you personally.

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The controller responsible for data processing on this website in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is:

Edel Schmuck
Email: info@edelschmuck.com

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For security reasons and to protect the transmission of personal data and other confidential content (e.g., orders or inquiries), this website uses SSL or TLS encryption. You can recognize an encrypted connection by the “https://” prefix and the lock icon in your browser.

2) Data Collection When Visiting the Website

When using the website for informational purposes only (i.e., without creating an account or submitting information), we only collect the data your browser transmits to our server (“server log files”):

  • Page visited

  • Date and time of access

  • Amount of data transferred (bytes)

  • Referring source

  • Browser type and version

  • Operating system

  • IP address (possibly anonymized)

Processing takes place pursuant to Art. 6 (1) f GDPR, based on our legitimate interest in ensuring the functionality and stability of the website.

3) Cookies

We use cookies to make visiting our website user-friendly and functional. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use both:

  • Session cookies (automatically deleted once the browser is closed)

  • Persistent cookies (stored and recognized upon your next visit)

Cookies may collect information such as browser data, IP address, and location. Processing occurs pursuant to Art. 6 (1) b GDPR (contractual obligation) or Art. 6 (1) f GDPR (legitimate interest in functionality).

You can adjust cookie settings in your browser at any time.

4) Disclosure of Personal Data

To process orders, we share necessary data with:

  • Shipping companies

  • Payment providers

  • IT service providers (only if required)

Data is not transferred to third parties without your consent, unless we are legally obligated to do so (Art. 6 (1) c GDPR, e.g., for investigations or legal rulings).

5) Newsletter and Electronic Communication

When subscribing to our newsletter, we collect your email address (and optionally your name). This is done solely with your explicit consent (Art. 6 (1) a GDPR).

You may unsubscribe at any time via the link in our emails or by contacting us directly.

6) Additional Information on Cookies

We use both session and persistent cookies to enhance user experience (e.g., saved shopping cart, language selection). Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) b GDPR or Art. 6 (1) f GDPR.

For third-party cookies (e.g., analytics, marketing), we obtain your consent.

7) Web Analytics and Tracking

We may use tools such as Google Analytics to analyze user behavior. IP addresses are anonymized. Processing takes place based on our legitimate interest in improving user experience (Art. 6 (1) f GDPR) or with your consent (cookie banner).

8) Social Media and Embedded Content

When clicking social media buttons or using embedded content (e.g., Instagram), data may be transferred to third parties. We have no influence over their processing. Please review their respective privacy policies.

9) Comments, Contact Forms, and Inquiries

When you contact us via form, we process your data (name, email, message) solely to handle the inquiry. The legal basis is your consent (Art. 6 (1) a GDPR) or contractual necessity (Art. 6 (1) b GDPR).

10) Data Retention

We store your data:

  • As long as necessary for order processing

  • According to statutory retention periods (e.g., accounting, taxation)

  • To protect legitimate interests (e.g., customer service, dispute resolution)

Afterwards, data is deleted or anonymized.

11) Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access (Art. 15)

  • Rectification (Art. 16)

  • Erasure (“right to be forgotten,” Art. 17)

  • Restriction of processing (Art. 18)

  • Data portability (Art. 20)

  • Object (Art. 21)

  • Withdraw consent at any time (Art. 7 (3))

  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (Art. 77)

You may contact us at any time via email.

12) Transfer of Data to Third Countries

If we transfer personal data outside the EU/EEA, we use appropriate safeguards (e.g., EU Commission standard contractual clauses) to ensure GDPR compliance.

13) Automated Decisions / Profiling

We do not use automated decisions or profiling that would have legal or significant effects on you.

14) Data Security

We apply modern technical and organizational measures (TLS encryption, access control, secure servers) to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, loss, or disclosure.

15) Changes to This Privacy Policy

This privacy policy may be updated if legal requirements change or if we expand our services. Updates will be marked with a “Last Updated” date. By continuing to use our website, you accept the updated terms.