1. Introduction

ABMAUK (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is 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, make a purchase, or engage with our services. Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data and how we will treat it.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of personal data about you:

  • 1.1 Personal Identification Information:

    • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, billing address, and shipping address.
    • Payment Information: Credit card details, payment method, and transaction history. Note that we do not store your payment information; it is processed through secure payment gateways.
  • 1.2 Account Information:

    • Username, password, preferences, and settings related to your account.
  • 1.3 Order Information:

    • Details about the products you purchase, including product names, quantities, and prices.
  • 1.4 Non-Personal Identification Information:

    • Browser type, IP address, Internet Service Provider (ISP), referring/exit pages, date/time stamps, and clickstream data.
  • 1.5 Technical Data:

    • Device type, operating system, and other technical data related to your use of our website.
  • 1.6 Cookies and Tracking Technologies:

    • We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website and analyze user behavior.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect from you in the following ways:

  • 2.1 To Process Transactions:

    • To manage your orders, including processing payments, shipping, and providing order confirmations and updates.
  • 2.2 To Improve Our Services:

    • To analyze how our website is used, improve our products and services, and personalize your experience.
  • 2.3 To Communicate With You:

    • To send you order confirmations, shipping notifications, promotional materials, newsletters, and other information that may be of interest to you. You can opt out of marketing communications at any time.
  • 2.4 To Conduct Research and Analysis:

    • To gather insights about our customers’ needs and preferences to enhance our offerings and customer service.
  • 2.5 To Comply with Legal Obligations:

    • To meet legal, regulatory, or contractual obligations and to protect our rights or the rights of others.
  • 2.6 To Enforce Our Terms and Conditions:

    • To monitor compliance with our terms and conditions and to protect against fraud.

3. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data

We rely on the following legal bases to process your personal data:

  • 3.1 Consent:

    • You have provided your explicit consent for us to process your personal data for specific purposes.
  • 3.2 Contractual Necessity:

    • Processing is necessary for the performance of a contract with you (e.g., fulfilling orders).
  • 3.3 Legal Compliance:

    • We may need to process your data to comply with legal obligations.
  • 3.4 Legitimate Interests:

    • We process personal data for our legitimate interests, provided these do not override your rights and interests.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal data to third parties without your consent, except in the following circumstances:

  • 4.1 Service Providers:

    • We may share your data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you, as long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential.
  • 4.2 Business Transfers:

    • In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your personal data may be transferred as part of that transaction.
  • 4.3 Legal Compliance:

    • We may disclose your personal data when required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or a government agency).
  • 4.4 Protection of Rights:

    • We may disclose your personal data to enforce our terms and conditions, protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others.

5. International Data Transfers

If we transfer your personal data outside the UK or the European Economic Area (EEA), we will ensure that adequate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws, including the use of standard contractual clauses or other mechanisms recognized by the law.

6. Data Security

We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal data, including encryption, firewalls, and secure server hosting. However, please remember that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We will retain your personal data only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. The specific retention periods will depend on the type of data and the purpose for which it was collected.

8. Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • 8.1 Right to Access:

    • You have the right to request copies of your personal data.
  • 8.2 Right to Rectification:

    • You have the right to request that we correct any information you believe is inaccurate or incomplete.
  • 8.3 Right to Erasure:

    • You have the right to request that we erase your personal data, under certain conditions.
  • 8.4 Right to Restrict Processing:

    • You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal data, under certain conditions.
  • 8.5 Right to Data Portability:

    • You have the right to request that we transfer the data we have collected to another organization, or directly to you, under certain conditions.
  • 8.6 Right to Object:

    • You have the right to object to our processing of your personal data, under certain conditions.
  • 8.7 Right to Withdraw Consent:

    • If we are processing your personal data based on your consent, you have the right to withdraw your consent at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

9. Cookies

  • 9.1 What Are Cookies?:

    • Cookies are small files placed on your device that help us improve your experience on our website. They can be either session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (remain on your device for a set period).
  • 9.2 Types of Cookies We Use:

    • Essential Cookies: Necessary for the operation of our website, enabling you to navigate and use its features.
    • Analytical Cookies: Help us understand how visitors engage with our website, enabling us to improve our services.
    • Functionality Cookies: Used to remember your preferences and provide enhanced features.
    • Targeting Cookies: May be set through our site by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other sites.
  • 9.3 Managing Cookies:

    • You can set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. If you do so, note that some parts of the website may not function properly.
    • You can also manage your cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not operated by us. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites, and we are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under this age. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child under 16, we will take steps to delete such information.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates. Your continued use of our website following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of such changes.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

ABMAUK
Email: nabimusa@aol.com