Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Last updated: 05/12/2025
Retro Reads & Relics (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect your information in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018 and other applicable UK privacy laws.
By using this website or interacting with our eBay store, you agree to the terms outlined below.
1. Who We Are
Business Name: Retro Reads & Relics
Business Type: Sole Trader
Owner: Adam Richardson
Email: hello@retroreadsandrelics.com
Website: www.retroreadsandrelics.com
Official eBay Store: Retro Reads and Relics
We are the “data controller” of your personal information.
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal information:2.1 Information you provide directly
Name and contact details.
Email address.
Any information submitted via contact forms or email enquiries.
Newsletter signup details.
2.2 Information collected automatically
IP address.
Browser type and device information.
Pages visited and interaction data.
Cookies and tracking technology (via Wix analytics or third-party tools).
2.3 Information from third-party platforms (eBay)
When you purchase from our eBay store, we receive limited order information from eBay to fulfil your order, including:
Buyer name and shipping address.
Item purchased.
eBay username.
Any messages you send via eBay.
We do not receive your payment details — eBay manages all payment processing securely.
3. How We Use Your Personal DataWe may use your information for the following purposes:
3.1 To provide services
Fulfil orders placed via eBay.
Respond to customer enquiries.
3.2 For marketing (only with your explicit consent)
Email newsletters, promotions, or updates relating to Retro Reads & Relics.
Blog updates.
You may unsubscribe from these updates at any time.
3.3 For website improvement & analytics
To understand website performance and monitor traffic patterns.Improve overall user experience.
3.4 Legal and compliance purposes
To comply with tax, accounting, and regulatory obligations.To prevent fraud or misuse.
4. Lawful Basis for Processing
We process personal data under the following lawful bases (as required by UK GDPR):
Consent: e.g., newsletter signup.
Contract: to fulfil eBay orders or respond to direct enquiries.
Legal obligation: retaining tax and accounting records.
Legitimate interests: website analytics, fraud prevention, and improving our services.
5. How We Store and Protect Your Data
We take the security of your data seriously.
Data is stored securely through Wix, eBay, and secure email providers.
Access to information is strictly restricted to the business owner.
We use industry-standard SSL encryption on this website.We do not sell or share your information with third parties except as necessary to fulfil an order or comply with law.
6. Sharing Your Information
We may share your personal data with:
Service providers: such as Wix, email marketing tools, or analytics providers.Delivery networks: courier services used to dispatch your items.
Authorities: HMRC or other regulatory bodies when strictly required by law.
We do not sell, trade, or rent personal data.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
This website uses cookies for site functionality, performance, analytics, and security. You may manage cookie preferences through your browser settings at any time. A separate Cookie Policy can be provided on request or accessed via the links on this website.
8. Your Rights Under UK GDPR
You have the right to:
Access your personal data or correct inaccurate information.
Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”).
Object to or restrict data processing.
Withdraw consent at any time (e.g., unsubscribe from emails).
Request data portability.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: hello@retroreadsandrelics.com.
We will respond within one month as required by law.
9. Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary:
Email enquiries: 12 months.Newsletter subscriber data: until you unsubscribe.
Analytics data: as per Wix or third-party tool retention settings.
Tax/Accounting data: up to 6 years in line with UK tax regulations.
10. International Data Transfers
Wix and some analytics or email services may process data outside the UK. These providers comply with UK GDPR adequacy requirements or use standard contractual clauses for data protection.
11. Links to Third-Party Websites
This website contains links to our eBay listings, social media accounts, and external resources. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their individual policies separately.
12. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.
13. Contact Information
For questions or privacy-related requests, please contact:
Business: Retro Reads & RelicsEmail: hello@retroreadsandrelics.com
Data Controller: Adam Richardson
Location: United Kingdom