Privacy Policy

PRIVACY POLICY

SECTION 1 - WHAT DO WE DO WITH YOUR INFORMATION?

When you purchase something from our store, we collect the personal information you provide during the checkout process, such as your name, address, phone number and email address.
We use this information to process your order, arrange shipping and provide customer support.

When you browse our store, we also automatically receive your computer’s Internet Protocol (IP) address, which helps us understand your browser type and operating system for security and performance purposes.

If you provide consent, we may send you marketing communications about new products, promotions, and updates related to Wiecel® barefoot shoes.

Text marketing (if applicable): If you opt in, we may send text messages related to your order or product updates. Checkout Reminder messages may be triggered automatically.

SECTION 2 - DATA CONTROLLER

The data controller according to the UK GDPR and EU GDPR is:

THEWORLDISYOURS LTD
5 South Charlotte Street
Edinburgh, EH2 4AN
United Kingdom
Email: info.wiecelstore@gmail.com

This company is responsible for the protection and lawful processing of your personal data.

SECTION 3 - CONSENT

When you provide personal information to complete a transaction, place an order or request support, you consent to its collection and use for that specific purpose.

If we ask for your information for marketing, we will request your explicit consent or provide an option to decline.

Withdraw Consent:
You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at:
info.wiecelstore@gmail.com

SECTION 4 - DISCLOSURE

We may disclose your information if required by law or if you violate our Terms of Service.

SECTION 5 - SHOPIFY

Our store is hosted on Shopify Inc., which provides the e-commerce platform enabling us to sell our products to you.

Your personal data is stored securely on Shopify’s servers, protected by industry-standard security measures (including SSL encryption and PCI-DSS compliance).

For more information:
https://www.shopify.com/legal/privacy

SECTION 6 - THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

Third-party providers (e.g., payment processors, shipping carriers, marketing platforms) will only collect, use and disclose personal information to perform the services we request from them.

Examples include:

  • Payment processors: PayPal, Klarna, Stripe

  • Shipping carriers: Royal Mail, DPD, DHL, GLS

  • Analytics/Advertising: Google, Meta (with your consent)

For providers operating outside the UK/EU, your information may be transferred under Standard Contractual Clauses to ensure lawful data protection.

Links to external sites are not governed by this Privacy Policy.

SECTION 7 - SECURITY

We follow industry best practices to protect your personal information from loss, misuse, unauthorized access or alteration.
Payment information is encrypted and handled in compliance with PCI-DSS standards.

SECTION 8 - COOKIES

Our website uses cookies for:

  • Store functionality (e.g., cart and checkout)

  • Analytics (e.g., Google Analytics)

  • Personalised advertising (where consent is given)

Cookie preferences can be managed in your browser settings.

SECTION 9 - AGE OF CONSENT

By using this site, you confirm that you are at least the age of majority in your region.

SECTION 10 - CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this policy at any time. Changes take effect once posted on this page.

QUESTIONS OR REQUESTS REGARDING YOUR PERSONAL DATA

To access, correct, delete or request restrictions regarding your personal information, contact us:

Email: info.wiecelstore@gmail.com
We respond within 14 business days.