Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
At online1984.com, we value and prioritize the privacy and security of our users and are fully committed to protecting personal data in accordance with applicable data protection legislation, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). This Privacy Policy outlines the lawful, fair, and transparent manner in which we collect, use, retain, share, and protect your personal data when you use our website and services.
We take a privacy-first approach in all aspects of our operations and strive to give you full control over your personal information.
2. Scope of This Policy and Role as Data Controller
This Privacy Policy applies to all personal data processed through the website available at online1984.com and any associated domains or services operated by us. For the purpose of data protection laws, the data controller determining the purposes and means of processing your personal data is the company operating online1984.com.
You may contact us at any time regarding any concerns or inquiries about this Privacy Policy by emailing [email protected].
3. Categories of Data Processed
When using online1984.com, we may collect, store, and process the following categories of personal data:
3.1 Usage Data
Data about your interactions with our website, including but not limited to your IP address, device type, browser type and version, operating system, referring URLs, access times, pages viewed, and session analytics.
3.2 Account Data
Information submitted when you create an account or register for services, including your full name, mailing address, email address, phone number, and log-in credentials.
3.3 Profile Data
Details regarding your preferences, settings, purchase history, browsing behavior, saved items, wishlists, and other personal information you add to your user profile.
3.4 Communication Data
Records of communications with you, including support requests, emails, chat messages, and correspondence through the contact form on online1984.com.
3.5 Technical Data
Device identifiers and system configuration data, such as geolocation (to the extent permitted), device model and operating system, browser plug-in types, network information, and diagnostic logs.
3.6 Transaction Data
Activity related to purchases, including product orders, delivery information, payment method (excluding sensitive card details), billing address, and invoice records.
3.7 Preference Data
Information regarding your marketing preferences, product interests, survey responses, and opt-in/opt-out selections for promotional content.
4. Legal Bases for Processing Personal Data
We process your personal data only when there is a valid legal basis under applicable data protection laws. These legal bases include:
– Your explicit consent (where legally required, e.g., for marketing emails or non-essential cookies).
– Performance of a contract with you or to take steps at your request before entering into a contract.
– Compliance with a legal obligation to which we are subject.
– Our legitimate interests, such as improving website performance, preventing fraud, and enhancing the user experience, provided they do not override your fundamental rights and freedoms.
Where we rely on consent, you have the right to withdraw it at any time by contacting [email protected].
5. Your Data Protection Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction and subject to applicable law, you have the following data subject rights:
– Right of Access: You may request access to the personal data we hold about you.
– Right to Rectification: You are entitled to request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete data.
– Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
– Right to Restrict Processing: You may request that we pause the processing of your data in certain scenarios.
– Right to Data Portability: You can obtain and reuse your personal data for your own purposes across different services.
– Right to Object: You may object to processing based on our legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe your data protection rights have been violated.
6. Security Measures
We implement industry-standard technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal data. Our security protocols include:
– Encryption of data in transit and at rest.
– Access controls to limit access to personal data on a need-to-know basis.
– Regular backups to secure environments.
– Staff training on data protection and privacy best practices.
– Security audits and vulnerability management procedures.
Despite these precautions, no online platform can guarantee absolute security. You are encouraged to use strong passwords and take necessary protective measures when using online1984.com.
7. International Transfers
Your personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside of your country of residence, including but not limited to the United States. For GDPR-covered users, when such international transfers occur beyond the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure a high level of protection by implementing appropriate safeguards such as:
– Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.
– Binding Corporate Rules (where applicable).
– Transfers to jurisdictions that the European Commission has deemed to provide an adequate level of protection.
For CCPA-covered users, transfers are performed in accordance with applicable U.S. privacy regulations and data security standards.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Retention periods vary by category:
– Usage and Technical Data: retained for up to 12 months for analytics and diagnostic purposes.
– Account and Profile Data: retained for the duration of your account and up to 6 years thereafter for legal compliance and fraud prevention.
– Communication Data: retained for up to 3 years for support and legal documentation.
– Transaction Data: retained for up to 7 years for financial and regulatory purposes.
– Preference Data: retained for as long as your preferences remain active or until you withdraw consent.
9. Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies on online1984.com to optimize your browsing experience. Our cookies fall into the following categories:
– Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly (e.g., session management, security).
– Functional Cookies: Enhance performance and remember your preferences (e.g., language settings).
– Analytics Cookies: Help us understand visitor interactions and improve website functionality (e.g., Google Analytics).
– Performance Cookies: Monitor website performance and usage statistics.
We do not use cookies to identify you personally unless you voluntarily provide information through user registration or interaction.
10. Cookie Management and Compliance
In compliance with GDPR and CCPA, you are offered clear choices for enabling or disabling non-essential cookies. Upon first visit, you will encounter a cookie consent banner that allows you to manage your preferences.
You may also modify your cookie settings via your browser preferences or our cookie management tool at any time. Opting out of cookies may impact certain features on online1984.com.
CCPA-covered users may request to opt out of the “sale” of personal information by submitting a “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” request through our website or by contacting [email protected].
11. Children’s Privacy
Protecting children’s privacy is of paramount importance. Our services are not directed toward individuals under the age of 13 and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children under this age. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected data from a child without verified parental consent, we will take appropriate steps to delete such data from our records.
Parents or legal guardians who believe that their child has submitted personal data may contact us at [email protected].
12. Policy Updates and Notifications
We reserve the right to update and amend this Privacy Policy as necessary to reflect legal, technical, or business developments. Any material changes will be communicated to users through prominent notices on online1984.com or via email when legally required. Your continued use of the site following changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
We encourage users to periodically review this policy for updates.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal data, you may contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://online1984.com
We are committed to maintaining and advancing full compliance with data protection regulations, and we welcome any inquiries or feedback regarding our privacy practices.
Thank you for trusting online1984.com with your personal information.