1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how Shark Samples (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you visit or make a purchase from our website.
We are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with applicable laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
2. Data We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal data:
- Identity data (name, billing name)
- Contact data (email address)
- Payment data (processed securely via third-party providers – we do not store card details)
- Technical data (IP address, browser type, device information)
- Usage data (pages visited, interactions on the site)
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
- Process and fulfill your orders
- Provide access to purchased digital products
- Communicate with you regarding your order or inquiries
- Improve our website and user experience
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data based on:
- Performance of a contract (purchase of products)
- Legal obligations (accounting, tax)
- Legitimate interests (site improvement, fraud prevention)
- Consent (for marketing communications, if applicable)
5. Data Sharing
We may share your data with trusted third parties, including:
- Payment processors (e.g. Stripe, PayPal)
- Hosting provider (Infomaniak)
- Analytics services (e.g. Google Analytics, if used)
We do not sell your personal data.
6. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary:
- Order data: up to 10 years (legal accounting obligations)
- Customer account data: until deletion request
- Marketing data: until you unsubscribe
7. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction or deletion
- Object to processing
- Request data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise your rights, contact: contact@sharksamples.com
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority, such as the CNIL.
8. Cookies
We use cookies to improve your browsing experience and analyze site traffic.
You can accept or refuse cookies through the cookie banner when visiting the site.
For more details, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
9. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data.
However, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure.
10. International Transfers
Some data may be transferred outside the European Union (e.g. via third-party services). In such cases, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.
11. Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page.
12. Contact
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact:
Name: Roman Winkler
Business name: Shark Samples
Email: contact@sharksamples.com
Address: TBD (to be updated before public launch)