Welcome to www.northernaccessories.co.uk. We are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, www.northernaccessories.co.uk.

By using this Site, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old, or the legal age in your jurisdiction to purchase the products offered on our website.

2. Who We Are

Data Controller: Northern Accessories LTD
Email: sales.northernaccessories@gmail.com

3. What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

a. Information You Provide Directly

• Full name

• Email address

• Billing and shipping address

• Phone number (optional)

• Payment information (handled by secure third-party processors)

• Account login details (if applicable)

b. Information Collected Automatically

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device type and operating system

• Pages visited and time spent on site

• Cookies and similar technologies (see our [Cookie Policy])

4. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process your data based on the following lawful grounds:

PurposeLawful BasisTo process orders and deliver goodsContractual necessityTo send service-related emailsLegitimate interests / ContractTo send marketing emailsConsent (opt-in only)To comply with legal obligationsLegal obligationTo detect and prevent fraudLegitimate interests / Legal obligation

5. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Process orders and manage your account

• Deliver products and services to you

• Provide customer support

• Send updates on orders and shipping

• Send marketing communications (if opted in)

• Improve our website and services

• Comply with legal and tax obligations

6. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share it with:

• Service providers: payment gateways (e.g., Stripe, PayPal), courier services, email service providers

• Analytics providers: to help us improve the website experience (e.g., Google Analytics)

• Regulatory authorities or law enforcement: when required by law

All third parties are required to protect your data and only process it on our instructions.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes we collected it for, including for legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

• Customer data: Up to 7 years (for tax/accounting purposes)

• Marketing data: Until you unsubscribe or withdraw consent

8. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to access – obtain a copy of your data

• Right to rectification – correct inaccurate data

• Right to erasure – request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")

• Right to restrict processing – request limited use

• Right to data portability – transfer your data to another service

• Right to object – object to processing (especially for marketing)

• Right to withdraw consent – at any time (for marketing or other consent-based uses)

To exercise any of these rights, please email us at sales.northernaccessories.co.uk

9. Marketing and Communications

We will only send you marketing emails if you have explicitly opted in. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email or by contacting us.

10. Cookies

Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and collect analytics data. Please see our [Cookie Policy] for more information.

11. Data Transfers Outside the UK

Some of our service providers are located outside the UK (e.g., in the EEA or US). Where data is transferred internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

12. How We Protect Your Data

We use appropriate technical and organisational security measures to protect your personal data, including:

• SSL encryption

• Secure payment gateways

• Firewalls and access controls

13. Complaints

If you have concerns about how we handle your personal data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):

Website: https://ico.org.uk
Phone: 0303 123 1113

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The most current version will always be posted on this page with the effective date.

15. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or your data rights, please contact us:

Email: sales.northernaccessories.co.uk

Legal Use Only

All products sold on this website are intended solely for legal purposes in the United Kingdom. Our products are not for use with any illegal substances and must be used in accordance with all applicable UK laws and regulations.

Age Restriction

This website and its products are strictly for persons 18 years of age or older. By purchasing from us, you confirm that you are at least 18.

No Medical or Health Claims

Nothing on this website should be interpreted as medical advice or a claim of health benefits. Products are sold as collectibles, novelty items, or for lawful personal use only.

Customer Responsibility

It is the customer’s responsibility to ensure that any product purchased is legal to possess and use in their area. We accept no liability for misuse of our products or for purchases made in breach of local laws.

Information Accuracy

While we strive to keep product descriptions and information up to date, we make no warranties or guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content on this site.

Limitation of Liability

We are not liable for any loss, injury, or damage resulting from the use or misuse of any products purchased from us.

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