Privacy and data protection

Privacy Policy

Your privacy is fundamental to our commitment to providing natural wellness solutions with transparency and trust.

Last updated: December 2024

At Natural Wellness UK, we are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website natural-wellness-uk.com and use our wellness products and services.

This policy complies with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and other applicable privacy laws. We encourage you to read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

  • Date of birth and health-related preferences
  • Payment information (processed securely by third parties)
  • Account credentials and profile information

Automatically Collected Information

  • Pages visited, time spent, and navigation patterns
  • Referring website and search terms
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, all aimed at providing you with the best natural wellness experience possible:

Product and Service Delivery

Processing orders, delivering products, and providing customer support

Personalized Experience

Customizing product recommendations based on your wellness preferences

Communication

Sending order confirmations, updates, and important service notifications

Marketing and Wellness Education

Sending newsletters, wellness tips, and product information (with your consent)

Legal and Regulatory Compliance

Meeting legal obligations and protecting our legitimate business interests

Website Improvement

Analyzing usage patterns to enhance user experience and site functionality

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We understand that your personal information is sensitive. We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

Trusted Service Providers

We work with reputable third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting business, or serving customers. These providers have access to your information only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are contractually obligated to protect your data.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or others.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity, subject to the same privacy protections.

Your Rights and Choices

Under UK GDPR, you have several important rights regarding your personal data. We are committed to helping you exercise these rights:

Right of Access

Request copies of your personal data

Right to Rectification

Correct inaccurate or incomplete information

Right to Erasure

Request deletion of your personal data

Right to Restrict Processing

Limit how we use your information

Right to Data Portability

Receive your data in a structured format

Right to Object

Object to processing for marketing purposes

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to your request within one month and may require additional information to verify your identity.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) if you believe we have not handled your data in accordance with the law.

Data Retention and Security

How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

  • Account information: Until account deletion
  • Marketing data: Until consent withdrawal

How We Protect Your Data

We implement robust technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
  • Secure server infrastructure and access controls
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Staff training on data protection

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and personalize content. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us understand how you use our website.

Essential Cookies

Required for basic website functionality

Duration: Session
Type: Strictly Necessary

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand website usage

Duration: 2 years
Type: Performance

Marketing Cookies

Used for personalized advertising

Duration: 1 year
Type: Functional

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control and manage cookies in various ways. Please note that removing or blocking cookies may impact your experience on our website.

Our cookie preference center (accessible from footer)
Opt-out tools provided by industry organizations

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than the United Kingdom. When we transfer your personal data outside the UK, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information:

Adequacy Decisions

Transferring to countries approved by the UK government

Standard Contractual Clauses

Using approved contractual terms for protection

Binding Corporate Rules

Internal policies approved by authorities

Certification Schemes

Working with certified service providers

Contact Us and Updates

Get in Touch

Address

Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2ER, United Kingdom

Business Hours

Monday-Friday: 9:00-17:00
Saturday: 10:00-16:00

Privacy Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website
  • Updating the "Last modified" date

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about our privacy practices.

Need more information about our privacy practices?

Contact Our Privacy Team