PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: July 10, 2025

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This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your personal information when you visit or make a purchase from our websites: linaandthelions.com or linaandthelionsstore.com (collectively, the “Site”).

Information We Collect

1. Device Information

When you browse the Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

  • Your web browser

  • IP address

  • Time zone

  • Cookies on your device

  • Pages/products you view

  • How you arrived at the Site (referrer)

  • How you interact with the Site

We collect this data using:

  • Cookies – Data files stored on your device. Learn more or disable cookies: www.allaboutcookies.org

  • Log files – Track activity and gather browser/IP data

  • Pixels, tags, web beacons – Record user behavior and engagement

2. Order & Account Information

When you make a purchase or attempt to do so, we collect:

  • Name

  • Billing and shipping addresses

  • Payment information (e.g., credit/debit card)

  • Email address

  • Phone number

We refer to this as “Order Information.”

3. Email Signups & Communication

When you subscribe or contact us, we collect your name and email address to send newsletters, product updates, and marketing communications.

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data to:

  • Fulfill orders and provide customer support

  • Process payments and shipping

  • Send order confirmations and updates

  • Screen for potential fraud or risk

  • Improve and optimize the Site (analytics, testing, feedback)

  • Communicate with you, based on your preferences

Sharing Your Information

We may share your data with trusted service providers who help us operate our business:

  • Squarespace (site host & analytics) – Privacy Policy

  • Shopify (for orders, if applicable) – Privacy Policy

  • Google Analytics – Privacy Policy

  • Mailchimp (email marketing) – Privacy Policy

You can opt out of Google Analytics here: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

We may also share your data when legally required (e.g., court order, law enforcement request), or to protect our legal rights.

Behavioral Advertising

We may use your information to show you targeted ads or marketing based on your activity. You can opt out of personalized advertising using these tools:

Do Not Track

We do not alter our data practices in response to "Do Not Track" signals from browsers.

Your Rights

If you're a resident of the UK, EU, or EEA, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction, update, or deletion

  • Withdraw consent for marketing

  • Object to certain types of data processing

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

If you're a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal data. We do not sell your data.

Data Retention

We retain your order and contact information unless and until you ask us to delete it.

Minors

Our Site is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal obligations. Any updates will be posted on this page with the new effective date.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies on linaandthelions.com to improve your experience, understand user behavior, and deliver personalised content.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small data files placed on your device or browser. They allow the website to remember your actions and preferences over time.

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential cookies: Required for the website to function (e.g., shopping cart, checkout).

  • Performance cookies: Help us understand site usage (e.g., via Google Analytics).

  • Functionality cookies: Remember user preferences (e.g., form settings).

  • Marketing cookies: Track user activity for personalized ads (e.g., Facebook Pixel, Google Ads).

Third-Party Cookies

We may use cookies from:

  • Google Analytics – Learn more

  • Facebook/Meta Ads

  • Mailchimp

  • Shopify or Squarespace

  • Affiliate networks and advertising partners

These cookies may track how long you stay on our site, which pages you visit, and whether you make a purchase. They help us improve the site and tailor content.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings. However, disabling some cookies may affect the functionality of our Site.

You can also manage third-party cookies using the following tools:

For more information about cookies, visit: www.allaboutcookies.org

Contact Us

If you have any questions or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at:

Email: contact@linaandthelions.com
Mail:
Lina and the Lions
1a Bonet Lane
Brinsworth
South Yorkshire
S60 5NE
UK