Privacy & Cookies Policy

1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Modelandkits collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our website at modelandkits.com. By using our site, you agree to this policy.

2. Information We Collect
We may collect and process:

  • Personal identification information
  • Delivery and billing addresses
  • Payment information (processed securely)
  • Order history and preferences
  • Technical data (IP address, browser type)
  • Cookie data and usage statistics

3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:

  • Process and deliver your orders
  • Manage your account
  • Communicate about orders and products
  • Improve our website and services
  • Prevent fraud and ensure security
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data based on:

  • Contractual necessity (order fulfillment)
  • Legal compliance (tax requirements)
  • Legitimate interests (website improvement)
  • Your consent (where required)

5. Data Sharing
We may share information with:

  • Delivery partners
  • Payment processors
  • Professional advisors
  • Marketing platforms (with consent)

6. International Transfers
Your data may be transferred outside the UK/EEA with appropriate safeguards in place.

7. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access.

8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined, typically 6 years for order information for tax purposes.

9. Your Rights
You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Object to processing of your data
  • Request data portability
  • Withdraw consent at any time

10. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to:

  • Remember basket contents
  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyze site traffic
  • Personalize advertisements

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

11. Third-Party Links
Our site may contain links to third-party websites. This policy doesn’t cover external sites.

12. Marketing Communications
We only send marketing communications with your consent. You can unsubscribe at any time.

13. Children’s Privacy
Our website isn’t intended for children under 16, and we don’t knowingly collect their data.

14. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy. The current version will always be posted on modelandkits.com.

15. Contact Us
For questions about this policy or your personal data, contact us through modelandkits.com.

16. Complaints
You have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

17. Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential cookies (site functionality)
  • Analytical cookies (site improvement)
  • Marketing cookies (personalized ads)

18. Managing Cookies
You can manage cookie preferences through our cookie banner or browser settings.

19. Data Protection Officer
We have appointed a Data Protection Officer who can be contacted through modelandkits.com.

20. Automated Decision Making
We don’t use fully automated decision-making processes with legal effects.

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