Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 01.02.2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to martinscircus.com. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website and use our online shop.

2. Data Controller

Martin Schwarz

For any questions regarding this policy, please contact us at info@martinscircus.com.

3. What Data We Collect

We collect the following types of data:

• Personal Data: Name, email address, phone number, billing and shipping address.
• Payment Information: Processed securely by our third-party payment processor; we do not store payment details.
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and usage data through cookies and analytics.
• Order and Transaction Data: Details of products purchased.

4. How We Use Your Data

We use your data for the following purposes:

• To process and fulfill orders.
• To provide customer support.
• To communicate updates, promotions, and newsletters (only with consent).
• To comply with legal and tax obligations.
• To analyze website traffic and improve our services.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data based on the following legal grounds:

• Contractual Necessity: To process orders and provide customer service.
• Legitimate Interests: To enhance our services and ensure security.
• Legal Obligation: To comply with tax and accounting regulations.
• Consent: For marketing communications (you may withdraw your consent at any time).

6. Data Sharing and Transfers

We do not sell your data. We may share your data with:

• Payment processors (e.g., PayPal, Stripe) to process transactions.
• Shipping providers to deliver your orders.
• Service providers (e.g., analytics, hosting) to maintain our website.
• Legal authorities when required by law.

If data is transferred outside the EU/UK/Switzerland, we ensure adequate safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses).

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for order processing, legal compliance, and legitimate business needs.

8. Your Rights

You have the following rights:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
• Restrict or object to data processing.
• Withdraw consent for marketing.
• Request data portability.
• Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies for functionality, analytics, and marketing. You can manage cookies via your browser settings.

10. Security Measures

We implement security measures to protect your data, including access controls.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.

12. Contact Us

For any questions regarding this privacy policy, contact us at info@martinscircus.com.