Privacy and Cookie Policy
This privacy policy relates to www.athenafabrics.co.uk . It sets out how the website uses and protects any information that you give and governs the privacy of the users who choose to use this website.
This policy details how we protect your privacy, along with the obligations and requirements of the users, websites and website owners. We will do everything that we can to protect your privacy and take a proactive approach to protecting user privacy throughout interaction and use of the website. Should we request information by which you can be identified when using this website, you can be assured it will only be used in accordance with this privacy statement.
Athena fabrics may change this policy from time to time by updating this page. You should check this page from time to time to ensure you are happy with any changes. This policy is effective from 18/09/2018
The website:
The website complies to all UK national laws and user privacy requirements. In using the website, it is essential for us to capture some information about your device and your visit.
Information we may capture includes:
• Information relating to your IP address and visit
• Name and title
• Contact information including your email address
• Demographic information such as postcode
We capture information in order to understand your needs and provide you with a better service. For example we may need your information to:
• Remember who you are after you have logged in so that you can more easily use the website
• Ensure your data is processed securely
• Undertake internal record keeping
• Monitor our website to ensure this is running effectively
Information that we collect is done through the use of cookies.
Cookies:
Cookies are used to capture essential information and better the users experience while visiting the website. Cookies allow web applications to respond to you as an individual.
Where applicable the website uses a cookie control system allowing the user on their first visit to allow or disallow the use of cookies on their device. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually amend browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. If you choose to deny the use and saving of cookies from this website then you may not be able to access all/some of the website content.
Links to other websites:
This website may contain links to other websites that we think may be of interest or provide information. Once you have used links to leave our site, it should be noted that we do not have control over that other website. Therefore, we cannot be responsible for the protection and privacy of any information provided while visiting such sites and these sites are not governed by this privacy statement. Websites should have their own applicable privacy statements that you may wish to access through their site.
Communication:
Users of the website or those who contact the website/its owners do so at their own discretion. As such, all personal details provided are done so at the users own risk. Personal information is kept private and stored securely until such a time it is no longer required or has no use, as per the Data Protection Act 1998.
The website and its owners use information submitted to provide you with further information about products/services offered by the website or assist you in answering any queries that may have been submitted. This includes using your details to subscribe you to any email newsletter program the website operates, but only if this was made clear to you and your express permission granted.
This is by no means an entire list of your user right with regards to receiving email marketing material. Your details are not passed on to any third parties.
If you have previously agreed to us using your personal information for marketing purposes, you may change your mind at any time by emailing us at info@athenafabrics.co.uk
Electronic Newsletter:
The website operates an email newsletter program, used to inform subscribers about products and services supplied by the website. Users can subscribe through an automated process at their own discretion.
Subscriptions are taken in compliance with UK Spam laws detailed in the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003. All personal details relating to subscriptions are held securely and in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998. No personal details are passed on to third parties or share with companies/people outside of those that operate this website.
In compliance with UK Spam Laws and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 subscribers are given the opportunity to unsubscribe at any time through an automated system. This process is detailed at the footer of each email campaign.