Introduction
At PiratcesWCap ("we," "our," or "us"), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at piratceswcap.com, including any other media form, media channel, mobile website, or mobile application related or connected to it (collectively, the "Site").
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Site. By accessing the Site, placing an order, or providing personal information to us, you consent to our collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We collect information that you provide directly to us, information we obtain automatically when you visit the Site, and information from third-party sources. The types of data we may collect include:
Personal Data
When you use our Site, we may collect the following personal information:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, mailing address, phone number
- Account Information: Username, password, account preferences
- Payment Information: Credit card details, billing address, payment history (note: payment card information is processed by our payment processors and we do not store complete payment card information)
- Order Information: Products purchased, order history, shipping details
- Communication Information: When you contact us, we collect information about your communication and any information you provide
- Photographer Information: For photographers who submit work, we may collect professional information, portfolio details, and biographical information
Automatically Collected Data
When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information, including:
- Usage Information: Pages viewed, time spent on pages, clicks, actions taken
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type
- Location Information: General location based on IP address
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information and enhance your experience
How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect for various purposes, including to:
- Process and fulfill your orders, including sending confirmations, invoices, and shipping updates
- Create and manage your account, including authenticating your identity
- Provide customer service and respond to your inquiries, requests, and feedback
- Personalize your experience and deliver content and product offerings relevant to your interests
- Improve our website, products, and services
- Send marketing communications about products, services, offers, and promotions
- Conduct research and analysis to better understand our customers
- Protect the security and integrity of our business, prevent fraud, and enforce our policies
- Comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes
- For photographers, manage the submission, review, and publication process for photographs
How We Share Your Information
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We share information with third-party vendors, consultants, and other service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as payment processing, order fulfillment, customer service, and marketing
- Photographers: If you purchase a photograph, we may share your information with the photographer for copyright, licensing, and attribution purposes
- Business Transfers: If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities
- Protection of Rights: We may disclose information to protect the safety, rights, or property of PiratcesWCap, our users, or others
We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes without your explicit consent.
Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and use information about you as you navigate our website. Cookies are small data files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems
- Performance Cookies: These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site
- Functional Cookies: These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization
- Targeting Cookies: These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests
Managing Cookies
You can set your browser to refuse all or some browser cookies, or to alert you when websites set or access cookies. If you disable or refuse cookies, please note that some parts of this website may become inaccessible or not function properly. For more information about the cookies we use, please see our Cookie Banner when you first visit our site.
Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
- Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: You can request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information in certain circumstances
- Restriction: You can request that we restrict the processing of your information
- Data Portability: You can request to receive your personal information in a structured, commonly used format
- Objection: You can object to our processing of your personal information
- Withdraw Consent: If we process your information based on your consent, you can withdraw it at any time
Managing Your Communication Preferences
You can opt out of receiving marketing communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions included in each email, or by contacting us directly.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to, and maintained on, computers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where the data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction. If you are located outside the United Kingdom and choose to provide information to us, please note that we transfer the information to the United Kingdom and process it there.
Children's Privacy
Our Site is not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so that we can delete the information.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
PiratcesWCap
Studio 77q Collins Mews
Lake Jennifertown TF4 2NU
United Kingdom
Email: privacy@piratceswcap.com
Phone: +44 600 004 1532
