PRIVACY POLICY
Last updated: 03/11/25

1. Who we are

We are Foundry Archives. When in this policy we say “we”, “us”, “our”, we mean Foundry Archives. When we say “you”, “your”, we mean a visitor, user, or customer of our website [your-website.com].

2. What this policy covers

This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your personal data when you:

  • Visit and use our website

  • Place an order, subscribe to emails, or otherwise interact with us

It also outlines your rights regarding your data.

3. What we collect

We may collect:

  • Name, email address, delivery details

  • Payment info (via trusted third-party processors)

  • Order history and support conversations

  • IP address, browser/device type, usage data

  • Marketing preferences if you opt-in

4. How we collect data

  • You provide it directly (placing orders, subscribing, contacting us)

  • We collect it automatically (cookies, analytics)

  • Sometimes through services we use (e.g. payment providers)

5. Why we use your data

We process your data to:

  • Fulfil orders and deliver your items

  • Manage your account or customer service enquiries

  • Send optional marketing (if you’ve opted in)

  • Improve how our site works

  • Comply with legal requirements

6. Who we share data with

We only share data when needed to run our store:

  • Payment processors (to handle transactions)

  • Shipping providers (to deliver your order)

  • Marketing tools (if you opted in)

  • Analytics providers (to understand site use)

We never sell your data.

7. Cookies & tracking

We use cookies to:

  • Help the site run properly

  • Understand how visitors use it

  • Show you relevant content (if you consent)

You can manage cookies in your browser or via our cookie banner.

8. How long we keep data

We keep your data only as long as needed:

  • To fulfil your order or request

  • For customer service or tax purposes

  • Or until you unsubscribe / ask us to delete it

9. Your rights

Under UK data law, you can:

  • Request a copy of your data

  • Correct it

  • Ask us to delete it

  • Withdraw consent (e.g., marketing emails)

  • Lodge a complaint with the UK ICO at ico.org.uk

10. Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your data, including SSL encryption and secure third-party platforms. But no system is 100% secure, and you share information at your own risk.

11. Changes to this policy

We may update this policy. When we do, we’ll change the date at the top. Continued use of the site means you accept the updated policy.

12. Contact us

For questions or requests related to your data, contact:
info@foundryarchives.com (email expected to go live soon)