Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Alpine Editions (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects personal data when you visit our website, contact us, sign up for our newsletter, or make a purchase.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data in a transparent and secure manner, in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable French and German data protection laws.
2. Data Controller
The data controller responsible for processing your personal data is:
Alpine Editions
304 Chemin de Trélechamps
74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
France
Email: enquiries@alpine-editions.com
3. What Personal Data We Collect
We only collect personal data that is necessary for the operation of our website and services. This may include:
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Contact details, such as name and email address, when you:
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submit an enquiry form
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sign up for our newsletter
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Order and billing information, when you make a purchase via our online shop
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Technical data, such as IP address, browser type, and device information, which is automatically collected to ensure the website functions correctly and securely
We do not collect sensitive personal data.
4. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data only for the following purposes:
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To respond to enquiries submitted via our contact forms
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To send newsletters and updates only if you have explicitly opted in
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To process and fulfil orders placed via our online shop
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To operate, maintain, and secure our website
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To comply with legal and accounting obligations
We do not sell or rent personal data to third parties.
5. Newsletter
If you subscribe to our newsletter, we will use your email address solely to send you occasional updates about our projects and activities.
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Subscription is voluntary
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You can unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in each newsletter
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We use a double opt-in process where required
6. Cookies
Our website uses only essential cookies that are necessary for the website to function properly, such as:
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enabling core site functionality
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supporting forms and shopping features
We do not use cookies for advertising, profiling, or tracking across other websites.
You can configure your browser to block cookies; however, some parts of the website may not function correctly as a result.
7. Online Shop & Payments
Our online shop is powered by Shopify. When you make a purchase, your personal data is processed securely by Shopify and relevant payment service providers solely for the purpose of completing your order.
We do not store full payment card details on our own systems.
More information about Shopify’s data practices can be found in Shopify’s own privacy policy.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:
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Enquiry data is retained only as long as needed to respond and follow up
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Newsletter data is retained until you unsubscribe
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Order data is retained in accordance with legal and accounting requirements
9. Your Rights Under GDPR
You have the right to:
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Access your personal data
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Request correction of inaccurate data
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Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)
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Restrict or object to certain processing
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Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)
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Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority
To exercise your rights, please contact us at:
enquiries@alpine-editions.com
10. Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against loss, misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect legal or operational changes. The current version will always be available on this website.
12. Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact:
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