Global Emporium (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your personal data is handled in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you use our website globalemporium.com.au.

1. Data Controller

The Data Controller responsible for your personal data is:

Global Emporium

2. Personal Data We Collect

We collect and process the following personal data:

Identity Data: Name, username, and date of birth.

Contact Data: Phone number and mailing address.

Financial Data: Payment details such as credit/debit card information.

Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information.

Usage Data: Information on how you use our website and services.

Marketing Data: Preferences regarding receiving marketing communications.

3. How We Use Your Personal Data

Purpose               Legal Basis for Processing

Account Creation              Performance of a Contract

Order Fulfillment              Performance of a Contract

Marketing and Promotions          Consent

Customer Support           Legitimate Interests

Fraud Prevention              Legal Obligation

Improving Services           Legitimate Interests

4. Third-Party Data Sharing

We share your personal data with third-party service providers to improve our services, including:

Payment Processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)

Marketing Platforms (e.g., MailChimp)

Hosting Providers

5. International Data Transfers

Your personal data may be transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience.

7. Your GDPR Rights

As a data subject, you have the following rights under GDPR:

Right to Access

Right to Rectification

Right to Erasure

Right to Data Portability

Right to Restrict Processing

Right to Object

Right to Withdraw Consent

To exercise your rights, please contact us.

8. Data Retention & Security

We retain your personal data as long as necessary and implement security measures such as:

Secure servers

Encryption of sensitive data

Regular security audits

9. Third-Party Links

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.