Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy – Laurens Society

Last updated: 19 August 2025

Laurens Society operates this website and online store, including all related content, features, products and services (the “Services”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share personal information when you visit our website, make a purchase, or otherwise interact with us. Laurens Society is powered by Shopify, which enables the operation of our online store.

By accessing or using the Services, you confirm that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

Personal Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that can identify you directly or indirectly. This may include:

  • Contact Information: name, address, email address, phone number

  • Order & Payment Information: payment method, transaction details

  • Account Information: username, password, settings, preferences

  • Order History: items viewed, added to cart, purchased, returned

  • Communications: messages sent via email or contact forms

  • Device & Usage Information: browser type, device identifiers, IP address, pages visited, interaction data

We do not collect or store full credit card numbers. All payments are processed securely by Shopify Payments and/or the payment provider you select at checkout.

How We Collect Personal Information

We collect personal information when:

  • You place an order or create an account

  • You browse or interact with our website (including through cookies)

  • You contact us for support

  • Third-party services (e.g., payment processors, shipping partners) provide information related to your transaction

How We Use Personal Information

We use your personal information to:

  • Process and fulfill your orders

  • Provide customer support and respond to inquiries

  • Improve and personalize your shopping experience

  • Detect and prevent fraud or misuse of our Services

  • Send order confirmations, shipping updates, and support information

  • Send marketing communications where permitted (you may unsubscribe at any time)

Sharing Personal Information

We may share personal information with:

  • Shopify (hosting, platform operation, checkout, security, analytics)

  • Payment providers (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay)

  • Shipping carriers and logistics partners

  • Marketing and analytics partners, where legally permitted

  • Authorities, where required by law or legal request

We do not sell personal information.

Relationship With Shopify

Our store is hosted on Shopify. Shopify processes certain personal information to provide the Services, prevent fraud, and maintain platform functionality.

To learn more about how Shopify handles your data, review:
https://www.shopify.com/legal/privacy/customers

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enable website functionality

  • Remember your preferences

  • Improve website performance

  • Personalize and measure marketing

You may disable cookies through your browser, but some site features may not work as intended.

Data Transfers

Your personal information may be stored or processed outside your country of residence. If transferred from the EEA/UK, we rely on legal safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses.

Data Retention

We keep personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our Services

  • Comply with legal obligations

  • Resolve disputes

  • Enforce agreements

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal information

  • Request correction or deletion

  • Request a copy of your data

  • Withdraw consent (where applicable)

  • Opt out of marketing communications

Australian residents may exercise these rights under the Privacy Act 1988 and Australian Privacy Principles.

To request access, update, or deletion, contact us using the information below.

Children

Our Services are not intended for minors. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe a minor has provided information, please contact us to request deletion.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be reflected with an updated “Last Updated” date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact:

Laurens HQ (Laurens Society)
Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 104, 1012 SG Amsterdam, Netherlands
📧 Email: info@laurenssociety.com
📞 Phone: +31 6 490 34 304